Gyeonggi Province Conducts 385 Inspections Through "Safety Prevention Hotline," Up 50% From Last Year

Gyeonggi Province conducted 385 free safety inspections through the "Safety Prevention Hotline (010-3990-7722)" from January to September this year. This represents a 50% increase compared to the same period last year (256 cases) and has already surpassed the total number of inspections conducted throughout the previous year (384 cases).

The Safety Prevention Hotline is a dedicated reporting channel for Gyeonggi Province residents, allowing anyone to request assistance if they discover or feel threatened by potential safety hazards.

This hotline was introduced in November 2022 under the direction of Gyeonggi Province Governor Kim Dongyeon, following the Itaewon tragedy, as an expansion of the existing citizen safety inspection request system.

Gyeonggi Province is conducting safety inspections on issues reported through the Safety Prevention Hotline. Provided by Gyeonggi Province

As the application process shifted to a dedicated phone line (hotline) and satisfaction with the safety inspection results increased, the number of safety inspection requests has continued to rise each year.

Of the 385 cases received this year, 366 were related to facilities, 15 to daily life safety, and 4 to disasters and other issues.

Gyeonggi Province believes that the introduction of advanced equipment such as safety inspection drones, analytical software, and smart glasses, along with expert lectures and seminars, has enhanced the expertise of inspection personnel and increased residents' trust in the inspection results.

Jung Yeonseok, Head of the Gyeonggi Province Special Safety Inspection Team, stated, "If you discover a hazardous facility in your daily surroundings, you can request a safety inspection at any time through the Safety Prevention Hotline," adding, "The participation and interest of all residents are essential to making Gyeonggi Province a safer and better place to live."

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