ohutusstandardit
Ohutusstandardit, or safety standards, are a set of guidelines and requirements designed to reduce risk and protect people, property, and the environment. They can be voluntary standards developed by consensus or legally required when transposed into national law or EU regulation. They provide common criteria for the design, production, operation, and testing of products, services, and workplaces.
The scope of ohutusstandardit is broad. They cover occupational safety, consumer product safety, electrical and mechanical
Standards are developed and maintained by multiple bodies. In Estonia, the national standardization activities are coordinated
Implementation often involves conformity assessment, testing, and certification. For products marketed in the EU or EEA,
Impact includes improved safety outcomes, consumer protection, and smoother trade. Critics note that standards can be