[Unofficial translation provided by the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre]

“Why did Jeju air subsidiary's ground worker collapse?”, 29 October 2024

It was reported that a 30-year-old worker at Jeju Air's subsidiary, JAS, was found collapsed on the job. The cause was identified as a cerebral hemorrhage…. His overtime reaching over 90 hours in the days leading up to the incident. Ground handling in the aviation sector is known for its unique working hour exemptions.

…The family of Mr. Kim suspects that his condition may be a result of overwork-related injuries, as his overtime hours can reach up to 90 hours a month. …

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…A representative from Jeju Air stated, “Due to the unique conditions at Jeju Airport, additional work may sometimes be required,” … “We have never attempted to conceal any workplace injuries and have provided relevant documentation at the request of Mr. Kim’s representatives, assuring our full cooperation with any claims.”