ohjaamon

Ohjaamo is a Finnish term referring to the driver's cabin or control cabin of a vehicle, and by extension the cockpit or operating area where the operator controls the machine. In road transport, the ohjaamo is the space in the front of a truck or bus where the driver sits, with the steering wheel, pedals, instruments and control panels. In rail and maritime contexts, the term is used for the locomotive cab or ship's bridge, while in aviation the cockpit is commonly described as the ohjaamo in Finnish usage. The design prioritizes visibility, ergonomic layout and access to essential systems, with features such as adjustable seating, instrument clusters, steering and control devices, climate control and communication equipment. Safety considerations include a crash-absorbent structure for the cab, seat belts where applicable, intact glazing for visibility and protection against noise and vibration. Modern ohjaamot increasingly incorporate digital dashboards, touchscreens, telematics, and driver-assistance systems that monitor performance, fatigue and surrounding traffic, and support remote diagnostics or fleet management.

Separately, the term Ohjaamo is the name of a Finnish national service concept for young people. Ohjaamot are integrated service points, usually co-located in municipal service centers or job centers, offering guidance for 13–29-year-olds on education, training, employment, housing, health and social services. The aim is to create a one-stop shop to streamline access to multiple agencies, with outreach and personalized plans. The Ohjaamo concept was established in the 2010s and has been expanded nationally; partners include municipalities, TE services, Kela and educational institutions.