On days when events or professional baseball games are held at the Gocheok Sky Dome, the number of visitors at the nearby Gu-il Station increases by an average of 174%. Kim Won-sik, the chief of Gu-il Station, received a police commendation for his efforts in preventing safety incidents and maintaining order during large crowds.
Korea Railroad Tourism Networks announced that Kim received the commendation on October 21 at a ceremony held at the Guro Police Station in Seoul, commemorating the 81st Police Day.
Gu-il Station is adjacent to Gocheok Sky Dome, making it a focal point for visitors before and after events. The venue hosts an average of 106 events annually, with visitor numbers at Gu-il Station increasing by an average of 174% on event days.
Kim has implemented safety management measures considering the scale of attendees and congestion within the station. He was recognized for his contributions to preparing for the influx of visitors during large events and ensuring safe movement and order within the station.
Song Kwang-seok, CEO of Korea Railroad Tourism Networks, stated, "This commendation acknowledges the efforts of our staff who work diligently to ensure customer safety on-site. We will continue to strengthen safety management in preparation for large-scale events."
Korea Railroad Tourism Networks is a specialized railway customer service company formed through the merger of Korea Railroad Networks and Korea Railroad Tourism Development, handling station services, parking, train operations, and railway tourism.
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