Question 1

What is the Occupational Safety Card needed for?

Accepted Answer

The Occupational Safety Card is a voluntary but widely used basic training that promotes a safety culture in Finnish workplaces. Its goal is to reduce workplace accidents and hazardous situations and to clarify responsibilities, especially at shared workplaces where employees from multiple companies work together.The card provides basic knowledge of workplace hazards, occupational safety, and safe working practices. It also supports employer orientation, as once the employee knows the basics, the site-specific training can focus on local risks. Additionally, it reduces overlapping training between client and contractor companies and motivates staff to maintain occupational safety.Although the law does not specifically require an Occupational Safety Card, many companies demand it as proof of an employee’s safety competence. In Finland, the system is managed by the Centre for Occupational Safety (TTK).

Question 2

Who needs to complete the Occupational Safety Card training?

Accepted Answer

You must complete the Occupational Safety Card if your employer, customer or contractor requires it. The card is voluntary, but many companies require it from their own employees and subcontractors.It is especially needed:
In industry and construction, where many accidents happen.In shipyards and the public sector.Other shared workplaces with employees from different companiesThere are also sector-specific trainings available, for example for the forest industry, ports, mining, chemical safety, and social and healthcare.

Question 3

How can you complete Occupational Safety Card?

Accepted Answer

Työturvakortit.fi offers a Centre for Occupational Safety (TTK) audited training that can be completed fully online.The training consists of two parts:Self-study using a mobile app, which you can do at your own pace.A webinar and online exam, where key points are reviewed and the final test is taken under instructor guidance.You only need a device (computer, tablet or phone) with a camera, microphone and internet connection. Each participant must have their own device.The basic training lasts 7 lessons including teaching, ending with the final test. For example, in Työturvakortit.fi, the training is done with 3.5 hours of self-study on the app and 3.5 hours of webinar.Refresher training (renewal), if the card is still valid, is shorter at 4 lessons and ends with a test. Then 2 hours are done with the app and the remaining 2 hours in a webinar.”

Question 4

What areas of occupational safety should an Occupational Safety Card holder understand?

Accepted Answer

An Occupational Safety Card holder must understand:
The principles and responsibilities of occupational safety at a shared workplace, including employer and employee roles, orientation and cooperation;Identifying and assessing hazards and stress factors, such as exposure and chemicals;The principles of safe and healthy work, zero accidents thinking, prevention and planning of hazardous work;The importance of human action for safety, including safe work practices, ergonomics, and how to act in near-miss or accident situations.

Question 5

Is training required to complete Occupational Safety Card?

Accepted Answer

Yes, training is always required to complete the Occupational Safety Card. Trainings are organized remotely (self-study + webinar), and each participant needs their own device with a camera, microphone and internet connection.Basic training lasts 7 lessonsRefresher training 4 lessons. Refresher training is only possible if the card is still valid.

Question 6

Is there a test when completing Occupational Safety Card?

Accepted Answer

Yes, obtaining the Occupational Safety Card always requires passing a test. At least 75% of answers must be correct, and you can retake the test twice.

Question 7

How do I register for Occupational Safety card training?

Accepted Answer

You can register for Occupational Safety Card training through the course listings on Työturvakortit.fi.

Question 8

What does the Occupational Safety Card training cost?

Accepted Answer

The price and payment methods for the Occupational Safety Card training can be seen under each specific training. See all of our upcoming trainings here!

Question 9

I did not pass the Occupational Safety Card test. Can I retake it?

Accepted Answer

You can retake the Occupational Safety Card test twice.

Question 10

How do I prepare for the Occupational Safety Card training and test?

Accepted Answer

You can prepare for the occupational safety training and test by carefully studying the areas of occupational safety training and the test. You can study the theory of occupational safety using the Trainify app. The price of the Työturvakortit.fi training includes Trainify learning materials!

Question 11

What is the Occupational Safety Card test like?

Accepted Answer

The Occupational Safety Card training always ends with a test that consists of 27 true/false statements and written tasks. To pass, at least 23 answers must be correct, which is 75%. The test is done electronically and takes about half an hour. The questions vary between trainings and retests always use different question sets. After the online test, you get immediate feedback and the result. You can retake the test twice. A retest is arranged as soon as possible!

Question 12

Does the Occupational Safety Card training include study materials?

Accepted Answer

When you purchase Työturvakortit.fi training, you also get access to all Trainify app study materials, which must be completed before participating in the webinar! The training also includes Centre for Occupational Safety materials, which the instructor provides at the start.

Question 13

Does the participant have to prove their identity during the Occupational Safety Card training?

Accepted Answer

Participants must prove their identity in the Occupational Safety Card training and test with a valid official ID. Accepted forms include:
An identification card issued by a government authority (police) with photo, passport, and driver’s license (including moped license).Alien’s passport and refugee travel document.A stamped document issued by the police or border guard, proving that the passport is in the possession of the authority. The document must include a copy of the passport.

Question 14

What are the accepted forms of identification?

Accepted Answer

An identification card issued by a government authority (police) with photo, passport, and driver’s license (including moped license).Alien’s passport and refugee travel document.A stamped document issued by the police or border guard, proving that the passport is in the possession of the authority. The document must include a copy of the passport.

Question 15

What documents are not accepted for proving identity?

Accepted Answer

Expired driver’s license, passport, identity cardFinnish Kela card with photoFinnish military passportResidence permit card (without passport)Copies of passport, ID card, etc.Identification documents that are missing the full name, full social security number, or whose photo is easily replaced

Question 16

How is completed Occupational Safety Card training verified?

Accepted Answer

A completed occupational safety training is proven by a valid Occupational Safety Card, which is now immediately available in mobile format through the Korttitieto service. After completing the training and passing the test, you will get access to the mobile card right away, allowing you to demonstrate your qualification instantly, for example on-site or to a client.The validity and details of the card can also be verified through the Occupational Safety Card Search service, which is a public register maintained by the Centre for Occupational Safety (TTK). There, employees, employers, and contractors can use strong authentication to verify that the card is valid, as well as view details such as the course’s industry sector and location.Printed cards are no longer automatically delivered to those who have completed the Occupational Safety Card. If needed, a plastic card can still be ordered at your own expense from the mobile card service for a fee of 20 euros

Question 17

I lost my Occupational Safety Card. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

If you have lost your Occupational Safety Card:
Check your card details in the Occupational Safety Card Search at Työturvallisuuskorttihaku.fi. This public registry maintained by TTK shows all valid Occupational Safety Cards. You can look up your details by entering your first and last name and date of birth. You’ll see the card validity, number, industry of the completed course and location. The service requires strong authentication.Get your card in mobile format from the Korttitieto service. There you can activate the Occupational Safety Card as a mobile card, which works just like a traditional card. You also see your validity and other details. Strong authentication (e.g. online banking codes) is required.Printed cards are no longer automatically delivered to those who have completed the Occupational Safety Card. If needed, a plastic card can still be ordered at your own expense from the mobile card service for a fee of 20 euros.See more detailed instructions on how to access your mobile card from Korttitieto service here!

Question 18

There is a typo on my Occupational Safety Card. What do I do?

Accepted Answer

If you notice a typo on your Occupational Safety Card, contact your trainer. They can order a corrected card for you. If you completed the training via Työturvakortit.fi, you can contact customer service by email: info@nuumi.fi.

Question 19

How long does it take to receive the official Occupational Safety Card?

Accepted Answer

The official Occupational Safety Card is available immediately in mobile format upon passing the exam via the Korttitieto service, allowing you to verify your qualification instantly after the training and test. Ordering a physical card usually takes two to three weeks.Please note! Printed cards are no longer automatically delivered to those who have completed the Occupational Safety Card. If needed, a plastic card can still be ordered at your own expense from the mobile card service for a fee of 20 euros.

Question 20

How long is the Occupational Safety Card valid?

Accepted Answer

The occupational safety card is valid for five years.

Question 21

How do you renew the Occupational Safety Card after it expires?

Accepted Answer

Renewing the Occupational Safety Card requires completing a seven-lesson training with a final test. This training is the same for first-timers and renewals, but those whose Occupational Safety Card is still valid can take a shorter four-lesson refresher training.

Question 22

Can the Occupational Safety Card be renewed by just taking the test?

Accepted Answer

The refresher course (renewal), if the card is still valid, takes a shorter duration of 4 lessons and ends with an exam. In this case, 2 hours are completed as self-study via the mobile app, and the remaining 2 hours in a webinar. The basic training course lasts 7 lessons, including the instruction, followed by the final exam. In the Työturvakortit.fi service, the training consists of 3.5 hours of self-study via the mobile app and a 3.5-hour webinar.

Question 23

Who manages the Occupational Safety Card system?

Accepted Answer

The occupational safety card system is managed by The Centre for Occupational Safety, which also maintains a registry of individuals who have completed the card.

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