Inspectors found that workers at the historic Tulli Kamari construction site in Tampere were exposed to hazardous exhaust gases from diesel engines due to poor ventilation during renovations.
The Occupational Safety Authority in Finland has taken action regarding violations at the historical Tulli Kamari construction site in Tampere. Workers were found to be exposed to cancer-causing toxins, with authorities identifying serious safety concerns during inspections conducted in April and May of 2025. During both visits, inspectors discovered that exhaust from diesel engines was contaminating indoor spaces, where adequate ventilation systems were not in place.
In particular, during the first inspection, construction workers engaged in foundation work in the basement of Tulli Kamari were noted to be exposed to harmful diesel exhaust. This situation arose from the ineffective removal of exhaust gases emitted by diesel-powered construction machinery that were used in the confined area. The Occupational Safety Authority provided directives to the employer, urging the implementation of preventative measures to minimize the generation of exhaust gases indoors and ensuring that effective extraction systems were established if gas emissions could not be avoided.
The implications of these findings are significant for worker safety standards in Finland. Increased scrutiny on construction sites like Tulli Kamari reflects a broader emphasis on occupational health and safety, particularly in areas with ongoing renovations. Authorities will likely take further actions to enforce compliance, which underscores the need to protect workers from exposure to hazardous substances in their work environments.
