Tootmisvajadustega

Tootmisvajadustega is an Estonian term meaning "with production needs." It is used in social policy, labor market discussions, and education to describe people who require supports or modifications to participate in productive activities, such as work, training, or production processes. The term is descriptive and social rather than a clinical diagnosis; it focuses on the conditions that enable participation rather than on pathology.

Common forms of support associated with the concept include workplace accommodations (for example ergonomic equipment or modified tasks), assistive technologies, flexible work arrangements, and accessible facilities. In Estonia, the term features in debates about inclusive employment and disability rights, especially when describing how employers, educators, and public services can reduce barriers to productive participation.

The phrase is typically used alongside broader categories such as erivajadustega inimesed (people with special needs) or puuetega inimesed (disabled people), but it emphasizes functional requirements related to production activities rather than a fixed diagnostic category. Some critics warn that the label can be too broad or risk stigmatization if not combined with concrete supports and individual assessment; proponents argue it foregrounds practical supports and social inclusion.

See also: disability in Estonia; inclusive employment; workplace accommodations; disability rights.