tapaturmalainsäädännön

Tapaturmalainsäädäntö refers to the body of Finnish legislation governing occupational accidents and diseases. It aims to provide a framework for compensation, rehabilitation, and prevention related to work-related injuries. The primary legislation in this area is the Occupational Accidents and Diseases Act (Työtapaturma- ja ammattitautilaki).

This legislation defines what constitutes an occupational accident and an occupational disease. An occupational accident is generally an injury that occurs to an employee during work or due to work-related conditions. An occupational disease is a disease that is caused by work or working conditions. The law outlines the criteria for recognizing a condition as work-related and thus eligible for compensation.

Key aspects of tapaturmalainsäädäntö include the provision of benefits to those who suffer work-related injuries. These benefits can include medical treatment, rehabilitation services, temporary or permanent disability pensions, and compensation for loss of earnings. The legislation also places obligations on employers to ensure a safe working environment and to report occupational accidents and diseases.

The system is primarily administered by the Finnish Workers' Compensation Center (TVK), which handles claims and payments. It is funded through contributions from employers. The overarching goal of this legal framework is to protect workers' health and economic well-being by ensuring that they receive appropriate support and compensation when facing work-related accidents or illnesses, while also promoting a culture of workplace safety and accident prevention.