Organization

The Safety Investigation Authority was founded 1.3.1996 in connection with the Ministry of Justice. The Authority carries out its functions independently and impartially. The Executive Director of the Safety Investigation Authority is responsible for its operation and ability to function.

The activities are divided into five investigative branches: aviation, rail traffic, maritime traffic, social and healthcare and other accidents. The Safety Investigation Authority, Finland can also investigate exceptional events upon the decision of the Finnish Government. Once nominated, the investigation group functions fully independently and impartially.  A Chief Investigator has been appointed for each investigative branch. They are responsible for the investigation of accidents and incidents in their respective fields together with senior Safety Investigators.

In addition, the Safety Investigation Authority can use the services of experts in the investigation for an hourly payment. The Safety Investigation Authority provides investigation training for its experts. They are appointed individually for a specific tasks, such as a member of the investigative group.