Credit License on Construction Sites: A New Obligation for Workplace Safety
Credit License on Construction Sites: A New Obligation for Workplace Safety
From 1 October 2024 , the mandatory credit license for construction companies and self-employed workers operating on temporary or mobile construction sites comes into force. This system, introduced by Legislative Decree 19/2024 (PNRR Decree 4) and included in the new Article 27 of the Consolidated Law on Safety , aims to improve safety at work and reduce accidents.
Who Should Get a Credit License?
The driving licence is mandatory for anyone carrying out construction, maintenance, repair and demolition activities, as indicated in Annex X of Legislative Decree 81/08 .
Who is exempt?
- Companies with SOA certification (classification ≥ III);
- Anyone who provides exclusively intellectual services.
Foreign workers must present an equivalent document issued by their country of origin.
How to Get a Driving License?
The request is made through the National Labor Inspectorate portal , using SPID or CIE . It is not necessary to attach documents, but only to self-declare the required requirements.
Requirements for obtaining
- Registration at the Chamber of Commerce;
- Mandatory training for employers and workers ( art. 37 Legislative Decree 81/08 );
- Single Document of Contribution Regularity ( DURC );
- Risk Assessment Document ( DVR );
- Single Document of Fiscal Regularity ( DURF );
- Designation of the Head of the Prevention and Protection Service (if applicable).
How Does the Credit License Work?
Each business or self-employed worker starts with 30 credits . Violations result in the deduction of credits, based on the severity:
| Violation | Deduction |
|---|---|
| Serious violations ( Annex I Legislative Decree 81/08) | -10 credits |
| Violations that put workers at risk ( Annex XI ) | -7 credits |
| Accident resulting in death | -20 credits |
| Injury resulting in permanent disability | -15 credits |
| Injury with absence > 40 days | -10 credits |
| Lack of training | -2 credits |
In order to operate on construction sites, you must maintain at least 15 credits . If you fall below this threshold, you risk fines of €6,000 to €12,000 and exclusion from public works for 6 months .
In case of inspections with multiple violations, the maximum reduction is equal to double the most serious sanction . In addition, for serious injuries, the license can be suspended for up to 12 months .
How to Recover Debts?
A decree from the Ministry of Labor will establish the recovery methods, which may include:
- Specific training courses;
- Recovery of 1 credit per year up to 10 credits ;
- 5 credit bonus for companies with advanced security policies .
Conclusion
The introduction of the credit license represents an important step for safety on construction sites. To avoid sanctions and ensure business continuity, it is essential to adopt prevention measures, invest in training and maintain a high level of attention to safety.
