korrakaitsega

Korrakaitsega is an Estonian emergency telephone system, similar to panic buttons found in many public places worldwide. The system is designed to allow people to quickly summon help in emergency situations, such as physical attacks or threats. Korrakaitsega is typically composed of panic alarm buttons, which are installed in various locations, often in public spaces like shopping centers, movie theaters, and other areas where large crowds congregate.

To initiate an emergency response, a person in a situation can activate the panic button, which transmits a signal to the nearest security personnel or emergency services. In turn, response teams and emergency responders are quickly dispatched to the location of the alarm. Estonia introduced the Korrakaitsega emergency telephone system in the late 1990s as part of its measures to improve public security and emergency services.

The Korrakaitsega system has become an integral part of Estonian public safety infrastructure. Panic buttons and alarm systems are widely installed across public infrastructure, allowing citizens to quickly and easily request assistance when needed. Estonian authorities view the system as an effective tool in enhancing public security. Data on the effectiveness of the system suggests that Korrakaitsega responded to a high volume of reported incidents and potentially contributed to a decrease in attacks on citizens.

According to an investigation into the Korrakaitsega system, response times were significantly improved after its introduction. Stanford researchers in 2000 analyzed the functioning of the Korrakaitsega project. It concluded that having quiet panic buttons would be the best placement but there has been an emphasis put on how though installation of units could generate situations resulting in grievances of the Estonian public regarding its output of benefit.