päästeasutuse

Päästeasutus is an Estonian term that translates to "rescue institution" or "rescue authority." It generally refers to an organization responsible for providing emergency services and responding to various types of crises. In Estonia, the primary institution fulfilling this role is the Rescue Board (Päästeamet). The Rescue Board is a government agency under the Ministry of the Interior. Its core mission is to prevent and mitigate risks, to organize rescue operations, and to provide aid in emergency situations. This includes responding to fires, accidents, natural disasters, and other hazardous events. The Rescue Board operates through a network of regional rescue centers and employs both professional rescuers and volunteers. Their activities encompass preparedness planning, public education on safety measures, and the direct execution of rescue and relief efforts. Beyond the central Rescue Board, the term päästeasutus could also encompass other entities involved in specific aspects of rescue or disaster management, such as voluntary rescue associations or specialized units within larger organizations, though the Rescue Board remains the overarching authority.