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Emergency Preparedness

The Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK) is constantly prepared for abnormal radiation situations.

Emergency preparedness aims at detecting the danger early and protecting the population effectively against the hazardous effects on radiation.
Emergency Preparedness

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What to do in a radiation hazard situation?

What to do in a radiation hazard situation

When there is an imminent radiation hazard stay indoors, follow the instuctions authorities provide and do not use telephone. Take an iodine tablet only after the authorities have told you to do so.

 

- When there is an imminent radiation hazard
- Sheltering indoors
- How to use iodine tablets

- Radiation doses and dose rates
Emergency Preparedness

Emergency preparedness

STUK receives information on 24-hour basis of all events and observations that might cause an exceptional situation.
We are prepared for emergencies

We are prepared for emergencies

In Finland, the probability of a serious radiation situation is small. Nonetheless, the risk of accidents exists. Therefore, preparations for such a situation have been made. Radiation situation is monitored constantly throughout the country. Even the smallest changes are reported immediately.

 

- Finns are protected
- Today's dose rates
International Co-operation

Nordic Manual

Co-operation, Exchange of Information and Assistance Between Nordic Authorities in
Nuclear or Radiological Incidents and Emergencies:

Nordic Manual (pdf)