palontorjuntatehtävissä

Palontorjuntat, or fire protection measures, refer to the systems, processes, and practices designed to prevent fires, detect them early, and control or suppress them to protect lives and property. The scope includes both active fire protection, such as detection, alarm, and automatic suppression systems, and passive fire protection, such as fire-resistant construction and compartmentation that slow the spread of fire.

Key components include fire detection and alarm systems (smoke and heat detectors, manual call points, audible and visual alarms); fixed extinguishing systems (sprinklers, clean-agent or water-mist systems); portable fire extinguishers; emergency lighting and exit signage; and evacuation planning. These elements work together to provide early warning, containment, and safe egress.

Passive protection elements include fire-resistant walls, floors, doors, and firestopping to maintain compartment integrity during a fire, reducing heat transfer and limiting damage to uninvolved areas. In complex settings such as data centers, healthcare facilities, or industrial sites, additional considerations may apply for cooling equipment, hazardous processes, or sensitive assets, with tailored suppression or protection strategies.

Standards and regulation: Practices are governed by national building regulations in Finland (RakMK) and by international standards such as EN 54 for alarm systems and EN 12845 for fixed sprinkler systems; NFPA standards are also used in many projects. Regular maintenance, inspection, and testing are required to ensure readiness and compliance.

Maintenance and governance: Palontorjuntat require ongoing planning, routine drills, and documentation to ensure that systems function correctly in an emergency and that personnel are prepared to respond effectively.

The overall aim is to protect occupants, reduce property damage, and support business continuity through integrated design and disciplined lifecycle management.