turvasuoja
Turvasuoja, or safety protection, is a Finnish term for measures and devices designed to protect people, property, and processes from hazards. It covers physical barriers, protective enclosures, as well as safeguarding controls used in industrial, electrical, and building contexts.
Common forms include machine guarding (guards and enclosures that prevent access to moving parts), safety interlocks
Regulatory framework: In the EU and Finland, turvasuoja is guided by overarching safety legislation and standards
Maintenance and use: Regular inspection, functional testing, and replacement of worn parts are essential. Training for
Etymology and context: The term combines turva (safety) and suoja (protection) in Finnish. See also machine guarding,