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http://dx.doi.org/10.15683/kosdi.2021.9.30.442

Analysis of the Operation Status and Function based on the Overseas Accident Investigation Agency  

Lee, Kyung-Su (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
Yang, Seung-Ho (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
Kim, Yeon-Ju (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
Park, Jihye (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
Kim, Tai-Hoon (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
Kim, Hyunju (Disaster Scientific Investigation Division, National Disaster Management Research Institute)
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Journal of the Society of Disaster Information / v.17, no.3, 2021 , pp. 442-453 More about this Journal
Abstract
Purpose: The objective of this study is to suggest desirable direction of Korean accident investigation organization by analyzing the operation status and way of overseas developed countries' investigation agency. Method: To accomplish the objective of this study, we were examined four main characteristics of accident investigation agencies of the U.S., Japan, and Sweden, focusing on (1); the background of the establishment, (2);organizational structure, (3);major tasks and functions, (4); accident investigation procedures. Result: First, the purpose of its establishment and task is to prevent recurrence of disasters and accidents, at the same time, administrating and researching duties such as legal system, policy, recommending improvement and conducting scientific disaster-cause analysis to contribute safety for the government. Second, it is operated as an independent organization under the president, not belonging to the ministry, in order to enable fair investigation in an impartial position. Third, it has the authority to be recognized for its expertise in the results of investigation. In other words, it is operated as a permanent organization with professional personnel, and secures authority through the accident research with indepth investigation and high-quality recommendations. Conclusion: The overseas investigation agencies rapidly manage and coordinate their operational practices in order to resolve national requirements and social conflicts with fairness, accuracy and expertise in accident investigations. In order to prevent the recurrence of similar events, Korea needs to efficiently reconstruct its investigative functions distributed by each government department. In addition, institutional improvement is needed to make general adjustments at the national level, organize and operate control tower for when the accident has happened.
Keywords
Disaster Scientific Investigation; National Transportation Safety Board; Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board; Japan National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health; Accident Investigation Agency;
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