Research on Actual Situation Analysis and Response Measures for On-Site Fatal Accidents of Firefighters

This study analyses the on-site fatal accidents of firefighters from 2002 to 2021 and proposes response measures to reduce fatal accidents. For this purpose, detailed analyses were conducted by type of work, cause, region, day of the week, rank, age, and years of service. The most common type of fatal accident was engaged in firefighting, followed by drowning and traffic accidents. There were more fatal accidents in Gyeonggi and Gangwon province on Thursdays. There was a disproportionately high rate of fatal accidents among those in leading positions(fire sergeant and senior firefighter) in the field and those in their late 30s. Firefighters with less than five years of experience had a high rate of fatalities. Based on these analyses, this study makes the following recommendations for reducing fatal accidents. First, a strategy for responding to fatal accidents that considers various causes and factors is needed. Second, response strategies should be tailored to each region and location. Third, a response strategy for early problem-solving is needed. Lastly, we need safety education based on the life cycle.