haittailmoitukset

Haittailmoitukset is a Finnish term formed from haitta meaning harm and ilmoitus meaning notification. It refers to notices or alerts about potential or actual harm, issued to inform the public or specific groups about risks, incidents, or safety concerns. The term is used descriptively rather than as a formal regulatory category, and it appears in risk communication, emergency management, and consumer safety contexts.

In practice, haittailmoitukset can cover a range of topics, including hazardous materials spills, severe weather, public health advisories, product recalls, cybersecurity incidents, or environmental hazards. They are typically released by authorities such as safety agencies, public health administrations, municipalities, or companies responsible for the risk, and distributed through official channels, media, websites, and digital alert systems. A standard element is a clear description of the hazard, affected areas or groups, recommended protective actions, time frame, and a point of contact for updates.

The use of the term varies by organization and sector, and there is no single statutory definition. Haittailmoitukset are part of broader risk communication practices intended to prevent harm by informing people promptly and accurately.

See also: public warning system, product recall, emergency management, risk communication.