mittauslainsäädännöksi

Mittaustalainsäädännöksi refers to the Finnish legal framework governing measurements and metrology. This body of law establishes the rules and regulations for how measurements are conducted, the accuracy required for various applications, and the bodies responsible for overseeing these aspects.

The primary legislation in this area is the Act on the National Measurement System (Laki kansallisesta mittausjärjestelmästä). This act defines the units of measurement used in Finland, which are based on the International System of Units (SI). It also outlines the responsibilities of the National Metrology Institute (MIKES), which is the central authority for metrology in Finland. MIKES is responsible for maintaining national measurement standards, ensuring their traceability to international standards, and providing calibration and measurement services.

Mittaustalainsäädännöksi also covers aspects related to legal metrology, which deals with measurements used in trade, for public safety, health, and environmental protection. This includes regulations concerning measuring instruments used in these sensitive areas, such as those for weighing goods, measuring fuel, or monitoring emissions. The law aims to ensure that measurements are reliable, accurate, and fair, thereby protecting consumers and businesses.

Furthermore, the legislation addresses the accreditation of testing and calibration laboratories, ensuring they meet international standards for competence. This accreditation process is crucial for building trust in measurement results used in various sectors. The overarching goal of mittauslainsäädännöksi is to support a functioning market, ensure consumer protection, and facilitate international trade by maintaining a robust and reliable measurement system.