Following an incident involving the exposure of two employees at a Samsung semiconductor manufacturing plant in South Korea, the company is facing investigation by the relevant authorities.
Exposure of workers
Circumstances of the incident
South Korean regulatory authorities opened a case against Samsung Electronics in connection with the exposure of two plant employees for the production of semiconductor products in the city of Giheun. According to a statement from the Nuclear Safety Commission of the Republic of Korea (NSSC), hospitalized workers are experiencing unusual symptoms on their fingers, indicating exposure to X-ray radiation.
Samsung's reaction
In an official comment, Samsung acknowledged the fact of accidental exposure of employees of the Giheun plant and confirmed that the victims are undergoing the necessary medical examination at the company’s expense. The technology giant said it is ready to cooperate with regulatory authorities and take measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Investigation into causes
The Government Nuclear Safety Commission has initiated an investigation to determine the exact causes of worker exposure . At the moment, it is known that the use of the equipment that became the source of radiation has been suspended. If violations of security standards are confirmed, appropriate measures may be taken against Samsung.
Past precedents
This case is not the first in the history of Samsung. In 2012, the South Korean government linked the development of cancer in a former company employee to exposure to harmful factors at one of the factories. After this incident, Samsung apologized to the victims and established a special compensation fund for workers diagnosed with cancer and the families of deceased employees.
Glossary
- Samsung Electronics is a South Korean company, one of the largest manufacturers of electronics and semiconductor products in the world.
- Gihaeung is a city in South Korea where Samsung's semiconductor manufacturing plant is located.
- The Nuclear Safety Commission of the Republic of Korea (NSSC) is the government body that regulates nuclear safety issues in the country.
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South Korean authorities have launched an investigation after two Samsung workers were exposed to dangerous X-rays at one of the company's factories. Victims experience alarming symptoms associated with radiation.
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Катарина
I'm just shocked by this incident at the Samsung factory! 🤯 Two people were exposed to radiation at once. This is a very serious violation of safety regulations.
Ганс
Yeah, bad news for Samsung. In theory, such high-tech industries should have the strictest safety standards. I wonder how this could even happen? 🤔
Пьер
Unfortunately, cases of occupational exposure at Samsung factories are not uncommon. In 2012, one of their employees died of cancer due to a similar incident. 😔 They must be extremely attentive.
Альфонсо
Hmm, quite a sad situation. I hope the affected employees make a full recovery. And Samsung urgently needs to conduct a thorough investigation and strengthen security measures. The reputational risks are huge! 😬
Бруно
Of course, any manufacturer must ensure maximum safety for its workers. But let's wait for the results of the investigation before drawing conclusions. 🧐 Perhaps it was just a ridiculous accident.
Ярослав
What are you talking about, there should be no accidents at such enterprises! 😡 Clearly someone committed serious violations. Samsung has already created a compensation fund for workers with cancer. It's time for them to fix the situation!
Григорий
Hmm, all these newfangled technologies and production... 🙄 It was much simpler before, when people worked in ordinary plants and factories. Nowadays, incidents happen all the time. Lots of problems with this progress!
Анна
Gregory, what are you saying? 😄 Technology moves the world forward, making our lives better. It’s just that any production requires increased attention to safety. Modern factories like Samsung should be at the forefront of this process!