New decree on workplace safety introduces digital IDs and stricter controls

At a glance

• A new decree, effective 31 October 2025, introduces urgent measures to improve workplace health and safety.
• A digital ID badge for workers in high-risk sectors and construction sites will be mandatory, integrated with the Information System for Social and Work Inclusion platform (SIISL platform).
• Inspections on contracts and subcontracting will be strengthened, and companies with over 15 employees must report 'near misses' to enhance prevention.
• From 2026, Italy's National Institute for Insurance against Accidents at Work (INAIL) may adjust premium rates based on accident trends, rewarding compliant companies and excluding those with serious violations.
• Job offers for roles with hiring incentives must be published on SIISL from April 2026 to access benefits, simplifying compliance and boosting transparency.

Effective from 31 October 2025, this decree strengthens workplace safety and transparency. Key changes include:

• Digital ID badges for workers in construction and high-risk sectors, interoperable with SIISL. For SIISL hires, badges will be auto-generated and editable by employers.
• Enhanced oversight of contracts and subcontracting, with targeted inspections and mandatory reporting of 'near misses' for companies with more than 15 employees.
• Incentive-linked premiums: From 2026, INAIL may adjust rates based on accident trends, rewarding good practices and excluding companies with serious violations.
• Agricultural sector focus: A portion of safety funds will support members of the Quality Agricultural Work Network.
• Transparency in hiring: From 1 April 2026, job offers for roles eligible for incentives must be posted on SIISL, which will also handle mandatory notifications, simplifying compliance.