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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Unlicensed Structural Changes, Ignored Warning Signs, and No Fire Safety’ Tragedy at An Safety Industrial Facility Resembles Arisell Fire Accident

The recent fire tragedy at a safety industrial facility in Daejeon has drawn parallels to the Arisell fire accident, highlighting issues of ignored safety protocols and unapproved structural changes.

Mar 23 • 09:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Families of Arisell and Kim Yong-gyun express grief over repeated accidents and comfort the victims' families of the Daejeon factory fire

The families of victims from the Arisell incident and Kim Yong-gyun's family visited sites to mourn and support the families affected by the Daejeon factory fire, demanding thorough investigations and proper recovery of victims' remains.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Another avoidable factory fire kills 14 in Daejeon

A fire at a Daejeon car parts factory resulted in 14 deaths and 60 injuries, highlighting serious safety neglect in industrial settings.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Conveyor Belt Should Have Stopped [Because]

A Vietnamese migrant worker, Nguyen Van Tuan, tragically lost his life while working on an overloaded conveyor belt in Icheon, South Korea, raising questions about safety and labor conditions for migrant workers.

Mar 23 • 08:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Grease and vapor fueling fire at Daejeon Safety Industry... Manufacturing workers say it's not someone else's problem

Concerns grow among manufacturing workers in South Korea following a deadly fire at a safety equipment factory, highlighting the risks associated with the accumulation of grease and vapors in industrial environments.

Mar 23 • 08:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why Did Another Major Fire Disaster Occur? Unlicensed Renovation, Grease Residue, and Sandwich Panels Are the Three Major Issues

A fire at a factory in Daejeon, South Korea resulted in 14 deaths and numerous injuries, spurring questions about safety regulations and structural issues.

Mar 22 • 12:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Exclusive: Former Safety Industrial Employee Says Fire Hazard from Oil Accumulation and Vapor Had Been a Concern for a Long Time

A former employee of Safety Industrial in Daejeon has raised concerns that fire hazards due to oil accumulation and vapor had been known long before a recent fire claimed 14 lives.

Mar 22 • 12:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] ‘Flames Discovered from the Ceiling, Engulfed in Fire in Less than a Second’

A fire that claimed 14 lives at a Daejeon manufacturing facility was reported to have started with sparks from the ceiling, rapidly engulfing the building.

Mar 22 • 12:09 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Why Do Such Disasters Keep Happening? Fire at Daejeon Factory Claims 14 Lives

A tragic fire at a Daejeon automotive parts factory resulted in 14 fatalities and 60 injuries, raising concerns about ongoing safety neglect in industrial settings.

Mar 22 • 09:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

[Exclusive] '74 people injured' Safety Industrial, Sodium of 'Grade 1 Hazardous Material' Imported Unlawfully

Following a deadly fire at a car parts manufacturing facility in Daejeon, it has been confirmed that Safety Industrial violated safety regulations concerning the handling of sodium, classified as a Grade 1 hazardous material.

Mar 22 • 08:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Silent Enemy in Your Pantry: The Scientific Study Revealing Why These 3 Common Foods in the U.S. Are Under Scrutiny for Cancer Risk

A new study highlights daily foods commonly consumed in the U.S. that may pose cancer risks due to industrial processing and additives.

Mar 21 • 17:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TRAGEDY: At least 11 workers trapped in fire at South Korean car factory

A fire at a South Korean auto parts factory has resulted in at least 11 fatalities and dozens of injuries, as rescue teams conduct searches in the ruins of the building.

Mar 21 • 08:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Daejeon Factory Fire, 'Illegal Facilities' Built by Dividing Floors Contributed to the Disaster

The recent fire at a Daejeon factory, which resulted in multiple casualties, was exacerbated by the presence of illegal facilities not included in the original building design.

Mar 21 • 08:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Ten people died in a fire at a factory in South Korea on Friday

A tragic factory fire in South Korea resulted in ten fatalities on Friday.

Mar 21 • 06:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Ministry of Justice forms a dedicated investigation team for the Daejeon factory fire... 'Thorough identification of responsibility'

The South Korean Ministry of Justice has established a dedicated investigation team to determine the causes and accountability for a recent factory fire in Daejeon that resulted in multiple casualties.

Mar 21 • 03:16 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Fire at a South Korean auto parts factory leaves 10 dead and 4 missing

A fire at an auto parts factory in Daejeon, South Korea, has resulted in 10 deaths, over 60 injuries, and four missing persons as rescue efforts continue.

Mar 21 • 01:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ministry of Labor activates Central Accident Response Headquarters for Daejeon fire, focusing on rescue operations

The South Korean Ministry of Labor has activated the Central Accident Response Headquarters in response to a significant fire at an auto parts manufacturing facility in Daejeon, prioritizing rapid rescues and thorough accident responses.

Mar 20 • 13:11 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

14 people missing after fire at South Korean car factory

A fire at a car factory in South Korea has left 14 people missing and injured approximately 45 others, with 21 in serious condition.

Mar 20 • 09:42 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

14 Missing and Over 50 Injured in Factory Fire in South Korea

A factory fire in Daejeon, South Korea has left 14 individuals missing and more than 50 injured, with many in serious condition.

Mar 20 • 08:33 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] President Yoon instructs to mobilize all rescue resources for Daejeon factory fire

President Yoon has directed all available rescue resources to be mobilized in response to a factory fire in Daejeon that injured 50 people, including 35 seriously.

Mar 20 • 07:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fire again at the company in Otrokovice, damages amount to millions

A fire broke out again at a company in Otrokovice, causing millions in damages.

Mar 19 • 19:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Death of Migrant Workers Continues to Be an Ongoing Issue

The article highlights the tragic deaths of migrant workers in South Korea, emphasizing the alarming frequency of industrial accidents they face.

Mar 18 • 10:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government to invest 750 billion won in smart glasses and safety robots... "We will accelerate AI transition"

The South Korean government plans to invest over 750 billion won to support the development of AI applications, including industrial robots, to accelerate the transition to artificial intelligence.

Mar 17 • 23:31 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Employee crushed to death in horror industrial accident after press machine unexpectedly turns on

A Ford employee in Ohio died after being crushed by a malfunctioning industrial machine during routine maintenance at a company plant.

Mar 17 • 16:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Ukrainian drones reach the Urals. Sergei Shoigu warns of paralysis in the Russian industry

Sergei Shoigu warns that the rapid development and deployment of Ukrainian drones pose significant risks to the safety of Russia's Urals region, highlighting its industrial and defense importance.

Mar 17 • 13:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

We must reveal the reason for 23-year-old Tuan's death... Urging the Blue House to prepare measures for migrant workers after six fatalities in a month

Six migrant workers have died in Korea due to industrial accidents within three weeks, prompting migrant workers' organizations to demand urgent measures from the government at a press conference in front of the Blue House.

Mar 17 • 07:04 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Staff extinguished fire in industrial dryer

Staff managed to extinguish a fire that erupted in an industrial dryer.

Mar 16 • 12:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Another ‘Tu-An’ has died after 133 days... "How many more must die?"

A young Vietnamese worker, Tu-An, tragically died in an industrial accident in South Korea, raising concerns about worker safety for migrant laborers.

Mar 16 • 09:21 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A key work tool caught fire at the metal scrap yard

A fire broke out at a metal recycling company in Lithuania, affecting a crucial piece of work equipment, a press, but there were no casualties reported.

Mar 13 • 09:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Young migrant worker dies in industrial accident in Buan... Labor community demands thorough investigation

A young migrant worker died in an industrial accident in Buan, prompting calls from the labor union for a thorough investigation and preventive measures.

Mar 13 • 02:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man dies in workplace accident after falling from ladder in interior SP

A 29-year-old man named Gilson Cardoso died after falling from a ladder in an industrial warehouse in São Carlos, SP.

Mar 12 • 13:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Strong bang in the Turku area - Now the reason has been revealed

A significant bang in the Turku area was caused by the detonation of explosives found at an industrial site in Rusko.

Mar 11 • 10:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"Improving Work Environment, Guaranteeing Days Off..." What Issues Will Subcontractor Unions and Main Contractors Discuss Under the Yellow Envelope Law?

The implementation of the 'Yellow Envelope Law' has opened negotiations between subcontractor unions and their main contractors, sparking discussions primarily focused on labor safety and working conditions.

Mar 11 • 10:36 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Launch of Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies Department of Industrial Safety and Housing Management Alumni Association... Full-fledged Alumni Network

The Cyber Hankuk University of Foreign Studies has officially launched the Alumni Association of its Department of Industrial Safety and Housing Management, marking the beginning of an extensive alumni network program.

Mar 11 • 08:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Accident at Daegu Manchon Station's Drilling Machine Site Results in Violations of Industrial Safety Law; Three Individuals Charged

Three individuals have been charged for violations of industrial safety laws following an accident involving a drilling machine at the construction site of Daegu Manchon Station.

Mar 10 • 05:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fire hits plastic factory warehouse in Jardim Alzira, Santo André, in Greater São Paulo

A fire broke out in a bubble wrap factory warehouse in Santo André, Greater São Paulo, on the morning of October 9, resulting in significant community concern but no reports of casualties so far.

Mar 9 • 10:33 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Work Accident in Ås: - Appears Serious

A serious work accident occurred at an industrial building in Ås, Norway, resulting in one person being injured and taken to the hospital.

Mar 7 • 12:47 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Work accident at Herøya in Porsgrunn

A man was exposed to nitrous gas at Herøya Industrial Park in Porsgrunn and has been hospitalized.

Mar 5 • 19:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Bas-Rhin: one dead and two injured after an explosion at a gas bottle factory

One person has died and two others are injured following a gas explosion at a factory in Bischwiller, Bas-Rhin.

Mar 5 • 18:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Worker dies during overhead crane inspection at Usiminas in Ipatinga

A worker at Usiminas died while performing an inspection on an overhead crane in Ipatinga, Brazil.

Mar 4 • 14:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Industrial Hall in Tuusula is Burning - Residents Asked to Close Windows and Ventilation

A large industrial hall is on fire in the Ristikivi industrial area of Tuusula, prompting local authorities to advise residents to close windows and ventilation systems to prevent smoke inhalation.

Mar 4 • 10:58 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

It took more than three hours to extinguish the fire

A significant fire in an industrial area of Hafnarfjörður took over three hours to extinguish, with no injuries reported.

Mar 2 • 19:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

India: Accident at an Explosives Manufacturing Company, 17 Dead

An explosion at an explosives manufacturing company in Nagpur, India, resulted in 17 fatalities and left 18 injured, prompting reactions from state officials and the Prime Minister.

Mar 1 • 09:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

12 Workers Died in 14 Months at Daebul Industrial Complex... "The Death March Must Stop"

A foreign worker died at the Daebul National Industrial Complex in Jeollanam-do, leading to renewed criticism of safety practices in the region.

Mar 1 • 02:52 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Another worker collapsed before the death of a Daebul Industrial Complex worker, but work continued

Following the recent death of a worker due to asphyxiation, it has come to light that another worker collapsed at the same site shortly before the incident, prompting calls for better safety measures.

Feb 27 • 02:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Allowed to bring in duty-free items up to $800 even if unable to depart due to flight cancellations

The South Korean government announced that travelers affected by flight cancellations can bring in duty-free items worth up to $800, in addition to expanding tax deductions for safety facilities in companies to prevent industrial accidents.

Feb 27 • 02:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

KFTC Initiates Review of Four Companies Including POSCO E&C for Shifting Safety Costs to Subcontractors

The Korea Fair Trade Commission has begun a review of four construction companies, including POSCO E&C, for allegedly unfairly shifting industrial safety costs and responsibilities to subcontractors.

Feb 25 • 04:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Repetitive Industrial Accidents in Construction: Due to Aging Workforce and Reduced Construction Costs, the Adequate Wage System as a Solution

A survey reveals that construction industry stakeholders attribute the recurrent industrial accidents primarily to insufficient construction costs, an aging and low-skilled workforce, and illegal subcontracting practices.

Feb 24 • 06:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Vibra Energia base is closed after fuel tank explosion in Volta Redonda

The Vibra Energia facility was closed following an explosion of a fuel tank that left one young person seriously injured and two others missing.

Feb 23 • 13:21 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Danish Combined Heat and Power Plant Hit by Major Ammonia Leak

An ammonia leak occurred at the combined heat and power plant in Korsør, Denmark, with police reporting that up to six tons of the chemical was released due to suspected defective valves.

Feb 22 • 05:26 UTC

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