{"id":2205637,"date":"2024-07-02T08:00:38","date_gmt":"2024-07-01T23:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/?p=2205637"},"modified":"2024-07-01T17:38:53","modified_gmt":"2024-07-01T08:38:53","slug":"south-korea-to-bolster-safety-for-foreign-workers-after-deadly-factory-blaze","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/koreapro.org\/2024\/07\/south-korea-to-bolster-safety-for-foreign-workers-after-deadly-factory-blaze\/","title":{"rendered":"South Korea to bolster safety for foreign workers after deadly factory blaze"},"content":{"rendered":"

South Korea\u2019s government <\/span>plans to announce<\/span><\/a> measures in July to strengthen industrial safety for foreign workers following a <\/span>deadly fire<\/span><\/a> at a battery plant in Hwaseong that killed 23 people, including 18 foreign workers. Labor minister Lee Jung-sik stated that the government will expand safety training, increase support to reduce workplace risks and reinforce inspections in vulnerable sectors employing foreign workers.<\/span><\/p>\n

The measures will be based on field surveys and input from workers, industry associations and other groups. The government\u2019s response comes after many workers at the Aricell plant <\/span>reportedly stated<\/span><\/a> that they did not receive any safety training prior to the June 24 blaze. Lee emphasized the government\u2019s commitment to improving safety for foreign workers and preventing similar tragedies in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n

WHY IT MATTERS<\/b><\/p>\n

The Hwaseong Aricell factory fire has drawn attention from China, with foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning <\/span>requesting<\/span><\/a> a prompt investigation and foreign minister Wang Yi <\/span>reportedly emphasizing<\/span><\/a> the need for responsible handling. Xing Haiming, the Chinese Ambassador to South Korea, expressed condolences and pledged support for the victims\u2019 families.<\/span><\/p>\n

Domestically, the fire has sparked discussions about worker safety and the treatment of foreign laborers. The Gyeonggi Southern Police Agency <\/span>reportedly stated<\/span><\/a> that it is conducting an investigation into workers\u2019 allegations that they had not received safety training.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, Ruling People Power Party floor leader Choo Kyung-ho wrote on <\/span>social media<\/span><\/a> calling for improved safety measures and support for foreign workers, stating that the fire was a \u201cshameful accident reminiscent of those in underdeveloped countries.\u201d The 22nd National Assembly could revisit the <\/span>Serious Accident Punishment Act<\/span><\/a>, which was expanded to include businesses with five to 49 employees in January, to strengthen it going forward.<\/span><\/p>\n

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