This Act was enacted to clearly define the rights of all citizens regarding safety and the responsibilities of the State and local governments; provides for special protection of people vulnerable to safety accidents and the rights of victims of safety accidents; guarantee objective and independent investigations into the causes of safety accidents and the adequacy of the State's response; and establish systems for safety impact analysis and assessment. Its ultimate purpose is to build and a safe society in which all citizens can protect their lives, bodies and property from safety accidents (Article 1).