työterveysrekistereihin

Työterveysrekisteri refers to occupational health registers in Finland. These registers are maintained by occupational healthcare providers and contain information related to an employee's health and work capacity. The primary purpose of these registers is to support the employer's responsibility for ensuring a safe and healthy working environment.

Information stored in a työterveysrekisteri typically includes health examinations, assessments of work capacity, recommendations for workplace adjustments, and information about occupational diseases or work-related illnesses. The content is determined by the services provided by the occupational healthcare provider and the specific needs of the employee and employer.

Access to työterveysrekisteri is strictly regulated by Finnish law, particularly the Act on the Promotion of Occupational Health (Työterveyshuoltolaki). Employees have the right to access their own records and to be informed about the information contained within. Employers generally have limited access, primarily to summaries or assessments that relate to the employee's suitability for their job and any necessary workplace accommodations, without revealing specific medical details. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of these registers, protecting the employee's personal health information.

These registers are crucial tools for proactive occupational health management, helping to prevent work-related health issues and to support employees' well-being and productivity throughout their working lives. They facilitate communication between the employee, occupational healthcare professionals, and, to a limited extent, the employer, for the benefit of maintaining a healthy workforce.