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Samsung Under Investigation After Radiation Exposure Incident at Giheung Plant

Two workers hospitalized with abnormal symptoms following X-ray exposure; safety measures and further tests underway

  • South Korea's Nuclear Safety and Security Commission is investigating the incident at Samsung's chip plant.
  • The affected workers exhibited erythema and edema on their fingers but had normal blood test results.
  • Samsung has suspended the use of the implicated machine and is cooperating with authorities.
  • Previous incidents have linked Samsung to radiation and chemical exposure among employees.
  • Further administrative measures may be taken if safety violations are confirmed.
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