alihankintasäännöksissä

Alihankintasäännökset refers to the regulations and legal provisions governing subcontracting arrangements in Finland. These rules are designed to ensure fair practices and protect the rights of all parties involved in a subcontracting chain, particularly the subcontractors. The primary legislation addressing subcontracting is the Act on Contractor's Obligations and Liability when an Employer Uses a Contractor (laki työntekijän asemasta uskotunmiehen valinnasta työhön tulevan vahingon varalta). This act, often referred to as the "contractor's liability act," aims to prevent the exploitation of workers and ensure that responsibilities for working conditions, wages, and social security contributions are clearly defined and met throughout the subcontracting chain.

Key aspects covered by alihankintasäännökset include the liability of the main contractor for the obligations of their subcontractors towards their employees. This means the main contractor can be held responsible if a subcontractor fails to pay wages, social security contributions, or comply with other employment-related laws. The regulations also often stipulate requirements for written subcontracting agreements, which should clearly outline the scope of work, payment terms, and responsibilities. Furthermore, there are provisions related to the "rautio-lainsäädäntö" (iron law), which further strengthens the liability of the main contractor for tax and social security payments made by subcontractors. These rules are crucial for maintaining a level playing field in the market and ensuring that all workers receive fair treatment and that tax and social security obligations are met.