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KBO League's SSG Landers is significantly strengthening its response system to ensure the health and safety of spectators amid the intense summer heat.
On the 15th, SSG announced that starting from the 16th, it will establish a heatwave response system across all areas of IncheonSSG Landers Field and implement emergency measures for spectator safety during extreme heat periods, prioritizing fan safety above all else.
This measure is a proactive response to the increase in extreme heat days and the rise in heat-related illness cases. The team decided to take comprehensive preventive actions, including establishing an emergency transport team for rapid response and expanding cooling supplies. First, it has systematized a three-step response process—'detection-movement-action'—to enable swift handling of heat-related illnesses.
Upon initial detection, the incident is immediately reported to the customer service (CS) staff. If the patient cannot move independently, they are transported to the medical room using a dedicated stretcher. Subsequently, mild cases receive measures such as glucose administration within the medical room, while severe cases trigger 119 emergency calls and transport procedures.
To support this, SSG has established and operates a dedicated emergency transport team. Additional rest spaces beyond the medical room have also been secured to accommodate patients. In addition to existing beds in the medical room, resting areas have been prepared in the infield event waiting room and outfield facility offices.
Supplies for preventing heat-related illnesses and cooling equipment at major gates have also been expanded. The number of ice boxes available at gates has increased from two to six, and more than 300 glucose packets are now stocked both indoors and outdoors.
To ensure cooling at gates with high spectator concentration, one mobile air conditioner and one fan each will be operated at the Starbucks gate and Gate 7, while one fan each will be added at the Skybox gate and Gate 6.
When the forecasted apparent temperature reaches 31°C or higher, operations of the outdoor children's playground will be suspended. The electronic scoreboard will continuously broadcast essential information such as heatstroke prevention guidelines and the location of the medical room to do its utmost in preventing safety accidents among spectators.
The safety of staff guarding the stadium is also being prioritized. Personnel responsible for facilities and security will receive training on health prevention guidelines during extreme heat, and sufficient rest periods will be guaranteed. In case of any abnormal symptoms, they will be immediately relieved from duty to prevent safety accidents before they occur.
SSG is taking action not just in words but through concrete measures and systems for fan safety. There have been recent cases where the SSG club actively looked after its fans. A representative example was the match against Incheon Kiwoom Heroes on June 4. At that time, an emergency situation occurred when a fan suddenly lost consciousness and collapsed while watching the game. Spectators nearby and on-site emergency responders immediately performed first aid, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Fortunately, the fallen fan regained consciousness and was transported to a hospital. The fan has since recovered their health.
Players also stepped forward to express gratitude. Upon learning that the collapsed fan was wearing Kim Kwang-hyun's (38) jersey, Kim Kwang-hyun personally sought out the fan and the heroes who assisted in the rescue via social media. Through tips received, Kim Kwang-hyun identified the individuals involved and invited citizens such as Choi Hyun-muk, who has since recovered his health, and Park Ju-young, a hero who saved a life through swift emergency care, to the baseball stadium to present gifts and convey thanks.
At that time, Kim Kwang-hyun said, "It is extremely fortunate that you have recovered your health and can return to the baseball field," adding, "Above all, I sincerely thank these benefactors who readily stepped forward to help at a moment when life was in critical danger."
The SSG club did not stop there; it further strengthened personnel, equipment, and response procedures to prepare for other emergency situations, creating an environment where fans can cheer with peace of mind.
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