Erijuhiseid

Erijuhiseid is an Estonian term that refers to special instructions or directives issued to address exceptional circumstances, tasks, or conditions that deviate from standard procedures. They are intended to guide behavior and actions when normal rules do not apply or when contingencies arise.

The word combines eri- meaning “special” with juhised meaning “instructions.” In use, erijuhised can appear as a distinct section or annex within documents such as manuals, safety protocols, legal and administrative forms, or operational guidelines. They may also be described as temporary or conditional directives that supplement general guidelines.

Erijuhiseid are commonly employed in fields such as healthcare, safety and compliance, manufacturing, aviation, IT, and public administration. They specify exceptions, thresholds, safeguards, or alternative steps that must be followed under defined conditions, often including activation criteria, responsible roles, documentation requirements, and restoration or expiration details.

A typical erijuhis outlines the scope and applicability, the circumstances that trigger the instruction, the exact steps to follow, and who is accountable for implementation. It may also note any required training, reporting, or approval processes, as well as contact points for questions or clarifications.

See also: juhised, erijuhend, special directives. In practice, erijuhised differ from general guidelines or standard operating procedures by focusing on exception handling and conditional actions rather than routine operations.