
Campaigns Improve People's Safety Skills
The primary responsibility for preventing accidents and ensuring one’s own safety and that of the surrounding environment lies with each individual. The goal of safety campaigns by the rescue services is to ensure that people and communities know how to prevent fires and other accidents in their environments and activities, and how to act correctly in the event of an emergency.
The Ministry of the Interior and rescue departments participate in several campaigns.
The NouHätä! CampaignLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
A nationwide rescue skills campaign for 8th-grade students. The campaign is coordinated in practice by the Finnish National Rescue Association (SPEK).
Fire Safety WeekLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
Held at the end of November, Fire Safety Week aims to improve everyone’s fire safety and fire safety skills.
Take part in the Day at the Fire Station event to learn important fire safety skills and explore the fire brigade’s work through fun activity stations.
Use the Palometri checklist to ensure that the basics of fire safety are in order at home. Also, take the Palometri test to see how fire-risk-prone you are.
Smoke Alarm Day aims to spark discussion and encourage people to take personal responsibility for their fire safety. A smoke alarm is not only legally required but also an affordable and easy way to protect lives and property. Smoke Alarm Day is also observed in other Nordic countries.
The week is coordinated by the Finnish National Rescue Association (SPEK).
112 DayLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
Held on February 11, 112 Day kicks off a joint campaign week by various safety actors, focusing on the prevention of accidents and damage at home, during leisure time, and at work.
Home and Leisure Accident Prevention ProjectLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
This project produces and distributes information on accident prevention to the public. It also coordinates the implementation of nationwide safety campaigns such as Stay on Your Feet and Accident Day.
Accident prevention work is carried out through a broad, cross-sectoral network.
Accident Prevention DayLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
Accident Day is observed when the 13th day of the month falls on a Friday. The day highlights ways to avoid everyday hazardous situations.
Stay on Your Feet CampaignLink to an external website, Opens in a new tab
This campaign promotes safe winter walking. The Seven Steps to Staying Upright help prevent slips and the injuries they cause.