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Published:Falls are a public health problem – most falls could be prevented
Falls are the most common type of accident in Finland, and particularly older people often suffer serious consequences as a result. Accident Day, observed on Friday 13 March, reminds us of the ways in…
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Published:Commuting involves dangers: thousands of people have a slipping accident every year
Year after year, falling and slipping are the top causes in commuting accident statistics. In 2024, over 13,500 pedestrians slipped or fell on their way to work. The Pysy pystyssä – Stay upright campa…
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Published:Be safe on the water and on the road this summer – check out our six safety tips
Holiday trips, boating and swimming increase the amount of time Finns spend on the water and on the road. This also leads to increased numbers of accidents. The Accident Prevention Day will be observe…
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Published:One in three Finns slipped last winter
According to a survey by the Finnish Road Safety Council, one in three Finns slipped last winter. Approximately 36,000 Finns sustain a brain injury each year, and up to 60% of these injuries result fr…
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Published:Safety issues to check at home at Christmas time – our checklist helps reduce accidents, especially in the home of an elderly person
Preparing for the Christmas season brings a lot of joy, but the festive season also involves accident risks, especially for the elderly. As we age, especially living alone and reduced functional capac…
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Published:Lack of muscle strength increases the risk of accidents also among working-aged Finns – test your functional capacity with just a few exercises
For a significant part of the population, mobility and muscle strength have decreased to an extent where the risk of accidents increases. The Accident Prevention Day campaign highlights how ph…
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Published:One in four people admit that they should have used anti-slip guards last winter
Nearly half of Finns slipped in the icy weather conditions of last winter, some taking a serious fall while others avoided injuries. One in four respondents to Liikenneturva’s survey admitted that ant…
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Survey: Finns have room for improvement in their preparedness for accidents at summer cabins – easy tips for making your cabin visit safer
At summer cabins, Finns are afraid of accidents, injuries and surprise encounters with animals. A survey ordered by the Finnish home accident prevention network shows that the safety of a cabin visit …
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Stay on your feet − the risks of slipping increase with age
Slipping and falling can happen to people of all ages. It is important to understand that you can reduce your own risk of slipping and falling. With age, there is an increased risk that injuries cause…
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Stay safe at the cabin in winter, too
The Accident Prevention Day campaign is here to remind you that you should also pay attention to staying safe during trips to the cabin in wintertime. Being prepared and having the right attitude can …
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Roughly one in three Finns will slip and fall during the winter – you can prevent falls by making small changes
More than one million accidents occur each year in Finland, of which more than one third are various kinds of slips and falls. You can also prevent slipping and falling through your own actions.
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Safety awareness helps avoid accidents at the cottage
Finns are spending more and more time at their holiday homes. The choices you make can also prevent accidents in the cottage environment. The Accident Prevention Day campaign takes place in May, culmi…
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