primærvakten
Primærvakten is a term used in Norwegian contexts to describe the primary guard or first responder on a duty shift. The word combines primær and vakt (guard, watch) to designate the person or team assigned as the initial point of contact during a shift for security, safety, or medical emergencies. The exact role and responsibilities of the primærvakten can vary between organizations and sectors.
In healthcare settings, primærvakten typically refers to the on-call physician or nurse responsible for patient care
In security and facilities management, the primærvakten is the guard or security officer responsible for monitoring,
In other domains such as IT or industrial operations, a similar concept may be referred to as
See also: on-call rotation, shift work, first responder, on-call physician.