South Korean police and the Ministry of Employment and Labor raided the Ourhome second plant and two offices in Yongin to investigate a worker's accident [1], [2], [3].

The investigation focuses on whether safety protocols were ignored at the facility, as the incident left a subcontracted worker in critical condition. This raid signals a rigorous effort by authorities to determine if systemic failures in the primary and subcontracting relationship contributed to the injury.

The victim, a worker in his 50s [1], became trapped in a conveyor belt [1], [2], [3]. Reports on the worker's condition vary, with some sources stating he is in critical condition [2] and others reporting he was transported to a hospital in cardiac arrest [3].

The search warrants were executed approximately 15 days after the accident occurred [1], [2]. Authorities targeted two offices belonging to the primary contractor and the subcontractor [1], [2]. During the raid, investigators seized work logs, operation plans, and documents regarding measures to prevent the recurrence of such accidents [2].

"The conveyor belt involved in the accident does not require intervention when operating normally," a police official said [2].

Police officials said that they have secured work logs and operation plans, as well as materials related to recurrence prevention measures from the two offices [2].

An Ourhome representative said the company is putting all its efforts into preventing a recurrence [3].

“The conveyor belt involved in the accident does not require intervention when operating normally”

The investigation into the Ourhome plant incident highlights the ongoing legal scrutiny regarding the 'safe work' responsibilities of primary contractors over subcontracted employees. By seizing recurrence prevention documents and work logs, authorities are likely looking for evidence of negligence or a failure to implement mandated safety standards, which could lead to severe penalties under South Korea's strict industrial safety laws.