Suphanburi,, “Deputy Prime Minister Somsak” went to the Suphanburi area urgently to follow up on the firework factory explosion, revealing that the Prime Minister was concerned and ordered to expedite compensation for the families of the deceased. Call a meeting for all parties Discuss the causes – solve long-term problems tomorrow
Mr. Somsak Thepsuthin, Deputy Prime Minister As Acting Prime Minister Went to the area to help victims in the case of firework explosions. At Rong Chang Temple, Sala Khao Subdistrict, Suphan Buri Province To express condolences and support to the families of the deceased. along with explaining guidelines for assistance to the family of the deceased which Mr. Somsak Sit and talk with relatives of the deceased. Confirming that Mr. Settha Thavisin, Prime Minister, is concerned. and ordered all agencies to provide urgent relief.
Mr. Somsak told the media that Mr. Settha had assigned himself, who is acting Prime Minister, to go to the area to help those affected in every way. Ready to
provide convenience to the people, which has now been reported that There were 23 deaths, so the Prime Minister has emphasized on providing compensation to the families of the deceased. Currently, there is a fund to help victims of disasters. Office of the Prime Minister It will help compensate for the death of 50,000 baht, funeral expenses of 30,000 baht, child care expenses for children under 25 years of age, another 50,000 baht, for a total of 130,000 baht each, as well as compensation money. of the Ministry of Justice Giving the deceased another approximately 200,000 baht and also having compensation money from the Ministry of Social Development. and Ministry of Interior Another number, therefore, includes the family of the deceased. Each person will receive compensation of approximately 300,000 baht.
‘Tomorrow I will have a meeting with all relevant agencies at 11:00 a.m. at Government House. To discuss every issue that occurred. Including integration in solving problems Don’t let another explosion happ
en again. Ready to discuss amending various regulations. By the conclusion of the meeting I will present it to the Prime Minister. At the Cabinet meeting next Tuesday Because of this matter, the Prime Minister has special concerns. So I urgently traveled to the area,’ Mr. Somsak said.
Mr. Somsak said that as for the cause of this incident It has been reported that The firecracker factory has explosives, namely gunpowder, that are the detonators. But what causes people to be injured or die is because of the accelerator. is potassium cholate (KClo3) which is a catalite substance which when gunpowder explodes cause combustion As a result, there was an explosion and compression force that caused those in the area to die suddenly. It is a loss that occurs every year, so from now on we must solve the problem. which from the inspection found that The factory has applied for a license to make and trade fireworks legally.
‘The Ministry of Defense inspected the purchase of explosive chemicals and found that they were
in compliance with the law. As for the Ministry of Industry, an investigation found that This fireworks storage location Didn’t get permission to be a factory. As a result, there was no inspection of hazardous substances. Therefore, he viewed this as a weak point. because there is no verification As for the impact from this Ministry of Public Health We have been inspecting areas where chemicals may have occurred since last night,’ Mr. Somsak said.
The cause of the explosion was because of gunpowder. and potassium cholate Is it too much? Mr. Somsak said that potassium cholate It is a substance that does not contain the sword itself. But it is a catalyst or catalite. causing high compressive strength It is a substance that must be controlled in quantity. which did not confirm the exact cause Because it is under investigation by the police, but he sees that all the laws and regulations currently exist Unable to control the safety of a factory like this in every issue. It will be a matter that must be expedited
to study whether What rules must be adjusted?
As for the case of the death of a family with up to 6 people, Mr. Somsak said that it reflects that sometimes people do not have enough income for their jobs, so we must also solve the problem of poverty. and must create guarantees for people to work worthwhilely Especially working in a factory like this. containing explosives They should have life insurance. Because the risk is very high.
When asked whether the criteria for requesting permission needed to be adjusted or not. Because this factory has had an incident happen before. But you can change your name and apply for a new license. Mr. Somsak said that there are deficiencies in government regulations that can cause that. Therefore, we have to see if changing the name and applying for a license is possible. He still doesn’t know today. But this question will also be asked at tomorrow’s meeting. Because we have to solve the root cause, including regulations, laws, and patterns of each agency.
Reporters repo
rted that After visiting the disaster relief center, Mr. Somsak visited the factory where the incident happened. to follow up on the impacts that occur Before bringing all the information Summary at tomorrow’s meeting.
Source: Thai News Agency