The Daejeon factory disaster that occurred on the 20th has a shocking resemblance to the AriSel disaster from two years ago, which claimed the lives of 23 individuals. Despite the high fire risk due to the use of flammable materials in the factory, poor safety measures and illegal structural changes have exacerbated casualties. Even after experiencing the first tragedy, the authorities' formal oversight and the management's neglect of safety have not changed, resulting in repeated tragic accidents.

Following the investigation, reports indicate that the illegal expansion of the factory to include a break room and gym on the second floor made it difficult for victims to escape during the fire, contributing significantly to loss of life. The lack of adequate space for evacuation proved critical, much like the scenario faced at AriSel in Hwaseong, where employees struggled to escape due to an improperly placed emergency exit. Previous legal actions against the management, such as the 15-year prison sentence given to the AriSel CEO for negligence that led to the previous tragedy, underline the persistent issue of inadequate safety compliance.

Long-time employees of the Daejeon factory had warned about the facility's hazards and had frequently called for safety measures to be implemented. Reports reveal that employees raised concerns within workplace communities about the risks from "oil mist," including potential fire hazards and noxious odors, but management failed to act. An expert visiting the factory for employee health evaluations indicated a severe presence of cutting oil on the floor, yet no effective measures were introduced to address the issues. Union officials claim that consistent safety warnings were disregarded by management, contributing to the catastrophic outcome, which raises questions about the overall commitment to worker safety among corporate leaders in the area.