turvapussit

Turvapussit are tamper-evident bags used to transport money, valuables, or confidential documents securely during handling and transit. They are designed to deter unauthorized access and to provide visible evidence of tampering through seals, serial numbers, and time-stamped markings. The bags are typically made from laminated plastic or other strong film materials and are sealed by a one-time-use mechanism that destroys when opened. Many turvapussit feature security seals that break or leave a distinct mark if someone tries to open the bag, along with printed serials for tracking and auditing. Some models include optional features such as RFID tags or interior compartments to organize contents.

In practical use, turvapussit are common in banking, cash handling, postal services, retail logistics, and government or healthcare settings. They support a chain-of-custody process by requiring authorized personnel to log the bag’s seal, contents, and hand-offs at each stage of transport. After use, sealed bags should be disposed of according to local regulations or securely destroyed if they contained sensitive information; bags that show tampering are flagged and investigated.

Standards and regulation vary by country and application. Many products are marketed as tamper-evident security bags and may comply with industry specifications or international standards for seals and tamper-evidence. International reference points include ISO 17712 for security seals, though exact requirements depend on the intended use.

The term turvapussit reflects Finnish usage, with turva meaning safety or security and pussi meaning bag, and the concept is shared in many security and logistics contexts globally.