The new point-based license for construction companies, similar to the driving license, will be mandatory for operating in construction sites. Starting with 30 credits, companies can lose points for safety violations. Labor Minister Marina Calderone will present the decree to increase credits up to 100 based on various factors. Companies must maintain at least 15 credits to operate.
A new control system
The point-based license system in construction sites aims to improve workplace safety. Companies and self-employed workers start with 30 credits, which can be reduced for negligence or violations. The official presentation of the decree by the Labor Minister will take place tomorrow.
Goals and incentives
The primary goal of this new regulation is to reduce accidents on construction sites by holding companies more accountable. Credits can be increased up to 100, considering seniority, the number of employees, and investments in safety.
The role of education
Unimpresa and Assidal emphasize the importance of school education in spreading a culture of safety. Schools are seen as primary environments for prevention, where students can learn the values of safety and social responsibility.
The decree and its implications
The decree-law of March 2, 2024, introduces the point-based license for construction sites, effective from October 1, 2024. This system is an indicator of the effectiveness of a company’s safety policies and can influence the awarding of contracts and jobs.
Penalties and credit recovery
Companies with less than 15 credits cannot operate and risk fines up to €12,000. Credits can be regained through safety training courses, with each course allowing the recovery of 5 credits, up to a maximum of 15.
Proposals for the future
Unimpresa and Assidal propose tax incentives for companies investing in safety, making these expenses fully deductible. This measure is seen as an additional incentive to improve the quality of working life and reduce healthcare costs for the state.
