työpaikkaturvallisuuden

Työpaikkaturva is a term used to describe the set of protections that aim to safeguard employees’ jobs against unjust dismissal and provide stability within the employment relationship. The concept combines statutory rights, collective agreements, and employer practices and is often associated with Nordic labor market models, where job security is balanced with labor market flexibility.

In Finland, for example, job security is largely shaped by the Employment Contracts Act (työsopimuslaki) and by sectoral and company-level collective agreements. The law distinguishes between permanent and fixed-term contracts, outlines grounds for termination, and requires a fair procedure. Dismissals may be based on economic reasons, production needs, or employee misconduct and usually require notice and justification. Collective agreements can extend notice periods, define consultation obligations, or set additional protections for certain groups of workers.

Beyond the statutory framework, job security is supported by active labor market measures, such as retraining, job placement services, and unemployment benefits, provided by social security and employment agencies. The adequacy of protection varies across sectors and contract types, and debates often focus on balancing employee security with employer flexibility, including coverage for non-standard or gig work and the role of collective bargaining in shaping protections.