Subcontracted diver dies during marine environmental survey in Yeosu

A subcontractor diver in his 30s died while carrying out an marine environment survey commissioned by Korea Western Power in waters near Myodo, Yeosu, South Jeolla Province. At around 11:30 a.m. on the 8th, a report was received that diver A, 32, had not surfaced after diving. The Yeosu Coast Guard rescue team found A on the seabed at a depth of about 20 meters after about 1 hour and 40 minutes and transported him to a hospital, but he ultimately died. A is believed to have dived with one coworker to retrieve a tidal current observation device installed underwater. The Ministry of Employment and Labor has issued an order to suspend work and is investigating whether the Serious Accidents Punishment Act and the Occupational Safety and Health Act were violated, while the coast guard is also confirming the exact circumstances of the accident.