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Standardization Framework for Forensic Investigation of Construction Accidents

건설사고 조사의 포렌식 표준화 체계에 관한 연구

Bon-Min Gu1*
,
In-Hwan Son2
,
Kwang-Bin Kim3
,
Jong-Moon Kim4
,
Seoung-A Bang5
구 본민1*
,
손 인환2
,
김 광빈3
,
김 종문4
,
방 승아5
1Member, Chief Executive Officer, PI Company Co., Ltd.; President, Korea Construction Forensic Association
2Member, Dongil Engineering Co., Ltd.; Member, Korea Construction Forensic Association
3Member, Sewon Consultant & Engineering Co., Ltd.; Member, Korea Construction Forensic Association
4Member, Korea Construction Forensic Association
5Member, Senior Researcher, Corporate Research Institute, PI Company Co., Ltd.
1정회원, ㈜ 피아이컴퍼니 대표이사, 사단법인 한국건설포렌식협회 회장
2정회원, ㈜ 동일기술공사 전무이사, 사단법인 한국건설포렌식협회 정회원
3정회원, ㈜ 세원씨앤이 대표이사, 사단법인 한국건설포렌식협회 정회원
4비회원, 사단법인 한국건설포렌식협회 정회원
5정회원, ㈜ 피아이컴퍼니 기업부설연구소 책임연구원
*Corresponding Author
28 February 2026. pp. 57-68
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Abstract

This study examines the structural limitations of the current investigation framework for construction-related accidents in Korea and evaluates the need to establish a forensic-based standardization system. The existing investigation framework is fragmented across project owners, contractors, supervising engineers, and administrative authorities, which limits objectivity and consistency in identifying accident causes and determining responsibility. This fragmented structure often leads to duplicate investigations and procedural delays, resulting in prolonged disputes and increased socioeconomic costs. To address these challenges, this study proposes the adoption of a techno-legal construction forensic model that integrates technical evidence acquisition procedures with judicial processes. Furthermore, key components for improving the reliability and efficiency of construction accident investigations are identified, including ISO-based standardization guidelines, a systematic data management framework, and professional certification and training systems. The findings of this study are expected to serve as foundational references for improving scientific credibility and facilitating the introduction and development of an efficient construction forensic investigation system.

Keywords
Accident cause determination
Accident investigation
Construction accidents
Forensic engineering
Legal framework
Standardization

본 연구는 국내건설 관련 사고에 대한 조사체계의 구조적 한계를 진단하고, 포렌식 기반 표준화 체계 구축의 필요성을 고찰하였다. 현행 조사체계는 발주기관·시공사·감리·행정기관 간 역할이 나누어져 있어 건설사고 원인 규명과 책임소재를 판단하는데 있어 객관성과 일관성을 확보하기에는 한계가 있다. 이러한 사고조사 구조는 중복 조사와 시간 지연 유발하고 분쟁을 장기화하여 사회-경제적 비용을 증가하게 된다. 본 연구는 이러한 문제를 해결하기 위해 기술적 증거 확보 절차와 사법적 절차를 통합한 기술과 법률의 융합형(Techno-Legal) 건설 포렌식 모델의 도입 필요성을 제안하였다. 아울러 국제표준인 ISO 기반의 표준화 지침과 데이터 관리체계 그리고 전문인력 인증과 양성체계 등 핵심 구성요소를 제시하여 건설사고 조사체계의 신뢰성과 효율성 제고 방안을 도출하였다. 본 연구결과는 건설사고에 대한 과학적 신뢰 확보와 효율적인 건설 포렌식 조사 시스템 도입과 개발의 기초자료로 활용될 것으로 기대된다.

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Information
  • Publisher :The Korean Geotechnical Society
  • Publisher(Ko) :한국지반공학회
  • Journal Title :Journal of the Korean Geotechnical Society
  • Journal Title(Ko) :한국지반공학회 논문집
  • Volume : 42
  • No :1
  • Pages :57-68
  • Received Date : 2026-01-06
  • Revised Date : 2026-02-12
  • Accepted Date : 2026-02-13
  • DOI :https://doi.org/10.7843/kgs.2026.42.1.57
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