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Länsi-Uusimaa Rescue Department Supervision and fire inspections The purpose of supervisory activities is to promote a good safety culture in the region and to reduce damage to property and personal injuries caused by fires. The purpose of supervi...

Private use of fireworks and fireworks displays The responsibility for the proper handling of fireworks and explosives, the determination of the notification obligation and compliance with safety requirements lie with the operator and consumer. Co...

Structural fire safety The rescue departments gives guidance in structural fire safety for example in construction projects and city planners. Contact your local rescue department for further information. Rescue departments will serve you in non-u...

Sales and storage of fireworks in connection with a shop The responsibility for the proper handling of fireworks and explosives, the determination of the notification obligation and compliance with safety requirements lie with the operator and con...

Open fire Special care must be taken with an open fire. Fire must be handled with sufficient care. Open fire refers to a campfire or other naked flame. The Rescue Act contains provisions and restrictions on lighting an open fire. Instructions issu...

Fire safety systems installed in buildings Fire safety systems, such as fire detectors and automatic fire extinguishing systems, are often installed in buildings based on legislation, such as building regulations and building permit procedure. Fir...

Construction of civil defence shelters for new builds The authority granting building permits may, based on a case-by-case assessment and after consulting the rescue authority, grant exemptions from the technical requirements as well as location a...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Guidance and advice for structural fire safety We guide town planners and people undertaking construction projects on structural fire safety. Our team of experts provides guidance during the planning, design and con...

Rescue operations Rescue operations involve preventing imminent accidents, minimizing the damage and injuries caused by accidents that have occurred, and providing first aid for injuries resulting from them. Rescue Operations in Accidents Rescue s...

Industrial handling and storage of hazardous chemicals Hazardous chemicals industrial handling are subject to quantity restrictions, and certain protective measures are required for storage. For more information, please contact your local rescue d...

Storage in residential apartments and associated storage units The storage of hazardous chemicals, fireworks and explosives is subject to restrictions, and certain protective measures are required. Contact your local rescue department for further ...

Capacity and evacuation arrangements The maximum capacity and evacuation arrangements are an essential part of the overall safety of a public event. Rescue departments help supervise the safety of public events. Contact your local rescue departmen...

Hazardous chemicals at public events Chemicals may be stored in assembly facilities and at large public events only in the quantities necessary for carrying out the activity. Rescue departments help supervise the safety of public events. Contact y...

Contract fire brigades Contract fire brigades play an important role in the system of rescue services. Under contracts made with the rescue services, they participate in fire-fighting, rescue missions and tasks related to accident prevention, prov...

Oil heating systems Below are instructions relating to oil heating systems and oil tanks. Contact your local rescue department for further information. Rescue departments will serve you in non-urgent matters during office hours. Oil tank inspectio...

Organising a public event at an unusual venue An organiser wishing to hold a public event in a space intended for a different purpose, such as an industrial hall or an office, must contact the rescue authority in good time. Contact your local resc...

Temporary structures Temporary structures erected for a public event must be indicated in the event’s emergency plan. Rescue departments help supervise the safety of public events. Contact your local rescue department for further information. Resc...

Handling fire Everyone has the duty to comply with the provisions and regulations aiming to prevent fires and other accidents. Fires can be prevented and avoided. Small steps and changes in your habits can often help avoid risks and dangerous situ...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Service level decision and self-monitoring The service level decision is the most important target document, which includes target descriptions concerning the quality, accessibility and effectiveness of rescue servi...

Helsinki City Rescue Department Temporary accommodation in places of assembly Temporary accommodation may be arranged in premises that have not been approved for overnight stays or accommodation, subject to certain conditions. The rescue authority...