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Study on International Cases of Chemical Safety Management Based on Collaborative Governance

  • Analyses & Alternatives
  • Abbr : A&A
  • 2025, 9(2), pp.95~118
  • DOI : 10.22931/aanda.2025.9.2.004
  • Publisher : Korea Consensus Institute
  • Research Area : Social Science > Social Science in general
  • Received : January 17, 2025
  • Accepted : May 22, 2025
  • Published : June 30, 2025

Jang Ikhyun 1 YOON 1 Yoon-A Cho 2 LEE, JAEWAN 3

1한신대학교
2화학물질안전원
3호서대학교

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ABSTRACT

As society advances, interest in the safety management of chemical substances and the prevention of accidents is increasing. In chemical safety management, it is important for not only experts, governments, and businesses but also citizens to participate. Since chemical safety management requires specialized knowledge, simply securing participation does not ensure effective citizen engagement. This study examines ways to enhance citizen participation in chemical substance management and disaster response based on case studies from the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany. An analysis from the perspectives of participation, accountability, and responsiveness revealed that all three countries—America, Germany, and the UK—place significant importance on citizen participation in establishing chemical regulations. They strive to provide sufficient information to the general public through public hearings and seminars. Additionally, efforts are made to ensure the effectiveness of regulations by imposing penalties for corporate violations. These countries also work to improve citizens' understanding by explaining whether public opinions are reflected in regulatory decisions. In disaster response, they emphasize the participation of civil society and citizens, incorporate public feedback into response manuals, and request businesses to disclose detailed information about hazardous substances related to their operations. Based on these case studies, this research explores measures to enhance citizen participation in chemical substance management in South Korea.

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