Starting today (19th), social distancing has been upgraded from step 1.5 to step 2.

On the 16th, the government said that it would raise the quarantine in the metropolitan area from the 1st stage to the 2nd stage, but in consideration of the socio-economic impact, it'recommended' to restrict various gatherings and multi-use facilities.

From today, it is a'complete second stage' social distancing, in which the forced action of the'group prohibition order' is enforced.

Let's look at [Pick Q&A] to see what's going to change in our lives with the second level of upgrade.
Q. So, it was the first stage, what is the difference from the second stage?

A. Step 1 is the'distance in life' that we have been doing over the past few months. It is based on thoroughly wearing a mask while doing everyday social and economic activities.

The second stage is “the situation where the corona epidemic continues to spread in the local community beyond the level that can be handled by a conventional medical system.” “Reducing patient incidence to a level 1 level” is the 2nd goal.

Q. What is the biggest difference when you reach the second stage?

A. An executive order banning all private and public gatherings or events with 50 or more indoors and 100 or more outdoors face-to-face will be enforced. First of all, from today to the 30th.

From private gatherings such as weddings and reunions to concerts, gatherings and events with 50 or more indoors and 100 or more outdoors are prohibited in Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Incheon in principle.

Q. I have to go to the wedding this weekend. Does the government check all the number of people attending these private meetings?

A. Yesterday, when the government announced measures to strengthen quarantine in the metropolitan area, it said that “each local government will check it”. It is said that detailed guidelines will be created and distributed so that local governments can check the size of attendees, such as wedding halls and funeral halls.

Q. What happens if you hold a wedding with 50 or more people indoors, or if you are caught in attendance as a guest?

A. If caught, you may be fined up to 3 million won for violating the Infectious Disease Prevention Act. Whether the organizers of events such as weddings or attendees can face fines.

If there is a confirmed case at the meeting, the government may request compensation for hospitalization/treatment costs and quarantine expenses.

Q. Even if you were invited to a wedding, the attendees paid a fine?

A. The government has left the room to say, "It is in principle, but it is also possible to judge and adjust who is responsible." It is expected that the organizers will be held accountable.

However, all attendees who can predict the size of the Gwanghwamun assembly in August 15, if found, may face fines.

Q. What specific events are prohibited by the quarantine authorities?

A. Personal meetings typically include weddings, funerals, reunions, clubs, outings, 60th birthday parties, first birthday parties, workshops, etc., including exhibitions, fairs, public hearings, academic conferences, memorials, retreats, assemblies, festivals, and concerts. .

Q. Are recruitment exams completely banned?

A. In principle, recruitment or certification exams are also prohibited. However, events of government and public institutions or essential business activities of companies can be carried out through consultation with the competent local government in consideration of various circumstances. Tests, etc. may be possible if only 50 people enter the room. It would be most accurate to contact the agency directly.

Q. It is said that the operation of'high-risk facilities' will be discontinued. Where is the high-risk facility?

A. Entertainment bars such as clubs and room salons, Collate, Danran bar, emotional bar, hunting pot tea, singing practice, indoor standing performance hall, indoor group exercise (aerobics, zumba dance, spinning, etc.), buffet (specialty stores, wedding halls, etc.), PC Room, door-to-door sales, direct sales promotions, and large academies with more than 300 people are all 12 types. The PC room was newly designated as a high risk facility this time as a measure to protect students.

These industries have been shut down from 0 a.m. today.

The distribution center is also included in high-risk facilities according to the standards for'distance-by-step standards and implementation plans' announced on June 28th. However, it was classified as an essential industrial facility and was excluded from this collective ban. The courier is operated normally.

Q. Churches only allow non-face-to-face worship. Can I go to churches or temples this weekend?

A. Religious facilities other than churches can be visited and worshiped or worshiped in person while complying with the existing quarantine rules. The government has decided to allow face-to-face worship in religious institutions other than churches, as no cases of group infection have occurred. The government said it is discussing ways to voluntarily strengthen quarantine with the religious community.

This is'News Pick'.

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(SBS New Media Department)