Erityisolosuhteissa

Erityisolosuhteissa is a Finnish term used to describe conditions that depart from ordinary norms due to special needs, risks, or administrative requirements. The phrase is commonly found in official, legal, and policy language and is translated roughly as “under special conditions” or “under exceptional circumstances.” It signals that standard procedures, timelines, or rights may be adjusted to ensure safety, welfare, or feasibility.

The term is applied across multiple sectors. In education and social welfare, it can refer to arrangements that accommodate individuals with special needs or during periods requiring additional support. In health care and safety contexts, erityisolosuhteissa indicates that procedures are modified or supplemented by additional safeguards or controls. In public administration and labor regulation, it denotes deviations from routine rules to address emergencies, risk management, or unique operational constraints. The exact measures depend on the context and may involve altered schedules, supervision levels, or access restrictions.

Usage and interpretation often depend on accompanying documentation or regulations that specify what constitutes “special conditions” in a given area. The concept is closely related to, but distinct from, terms such as poikkeusolot (exceptional conditions) and poikkeuslainsäädäntö (exceptional legislation), which describe broader legal frameworks for deviations from standard rules.

See also: poikkeusolot, poikkeuslainsäädäntö, erityistarpeet, turvallisuusmääräykset.