Kim Tae-seung, president of Korea Railroad Corporation (Korail), conducted an on-site inspection of the Central Line logistics operations to assess safety management practices.
On September 17, Korail announced that Kim visited the logistics site in Danyang, North Chungcheong Province, where he checked vehicle handling operations and safety equipment with on-site staff.
The Dodam Station on the Central Line serves as a logistics hub for Korail, primarily handling cement and gravel. The North Chungcheong branch is responsible for over 90% of cement rail transport and more than 30% of total rail logistics.
A new safety fence for the Eumseong train warning system was installed at Dodam Station in July. This month, remote-controlled access doors have been implemented to enhance track access management.
During his visit, Kim discussed ways to improve the working environment with logistics staff, aiming to foster a culture where safety is the top priority for all employees.
Kim emphasized, "It is crucial to not overlook even the smallest risks on-site and to create an environment where employees can work with peace of mind. Let us ensure that all decision-making on-site is based on 'safety' and work together to establish safety as our guiding principle."
Meanwhile, on August 29 at 7:20 a.m., a tragic incident occurred at Uiwang Station on the Gyeongbu Line, where a Korail employee in his 50s lost his life. He was reportedly struck by a train while performing vehicle handling operations.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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