Foreign workers in Finland can obtain their työturvallisuuskortti through online training programmes that combine mobile app self-study with live webinars. This hybrid approach allows non-Finnish speakers to complete half the course independently using multilingual materials, then finish with instructor-led sessions available in various languages. The certification is mandatory for construction and industrial work, with courses lasting 4-7 hours depending on whether it’s a ba

Working in Finland’s construction industry comes with high standards for safety and compliance. The Finnish authorities place significant emphasis on occupational safety and health, ensuring that every employee, whether local or foreign, is protected from workplace risks. Employers in Finland are legally obligated to create safe working conditions, while employees are equally required to follow safety instructions and practices. For foreign construction companies entering the

Finland is known for its high safety standards, especially in construction. Whether you’re a local worker or have just arrived from abroad, one rule applies to everyone: safety always comes first.

In the European Union, the main authority and knowledge hub for occupational safety and health (OSH) is the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work (EU-OSHA).