Hätävastaus

Hätävastaus refers to the emergency response system in Finland. It is a nationwide system designed to coordinate and provide assistance during emergencies. The primary emergency number in Finland is 112, which connects callers to the Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). This PSAP then dispatches the appropriate emergency services, which include the police, ambulance, fire department, and social services.

The 112 service is accessible by phone, and increasingly, through mobile applications that can transmit location data. The system aims to ensure rapid and effective aid to those in need, regardless of the type of emergency. It operates on a 24/7 basis. Key principles of the hätävastaus system include ensuring that the correct services are sent to the incident promptly and that callers receive appropriate advice while waiting for help to arrive. The system is managed by the Ministry of the Interior and relies on cooperation between various public safety authorities.