Who can apply for contributions?

Enterprises with positive DURC and in compliance with health and safety requirements at work.

What expenses are financial?

Expenditure for cardiovascular and oncological screening, information campaigns and defibrillator purchase.

When does the question desk open and how does the request arise?

Applications may be submitted from 27 May 2026 (at 10:00) to 31 January 2027 (at 23:59). The request must be completed online through the INAIL platform, in the section 'Bases and contributions'. The allocation of funds is carried out in chronological order of arrival, until the exhaustion of the 50 million euros allocated, of which 20 million reserved to SMEs with less than 50 employees.

Can companies based in Ticino have access to these contributions for frontier workers?

No, access to the fund is reserved exclusively for companies with Italian VAT game, even if they have operating offices in Ticino or take frontiers. A company with registered office in Ticino can not access directly. However, an Italian company employing frontier workers falls under the legislation and may require contributions for prevention projects intended for its employees.

What specific requirements should a company have to be admitted to the fund?

To access the fund, the company must have a positive DURC with residual validity of at least 6 months. It is also essential to be in compliance with the requirements of Legislative Decree 81/2008, including the appointment of RSPP, the training of workers and an updated risk assessment. There must be no serious sanctions for health and safety violations in the last two years.

Up to €3,000 for workplace prevention (cross-border guide)

Di Valerie Linc · Published on 25 May 2026

From 27 May 2026, companies can apply for new contributions for health prevention programmes, screenings and the purchase of defibrillators.

Context

In Brief

From May 27, 2026 (10:00 AM): opening of the application window for the Health and Prevention Fund in the Workplace (MLPS Notice 2026).
Grants of up to €3,000 for:
Cardiovascular and oncological screenings for employees (e.g., echocardiograms, PSA tests, mammographies).
Internal awareness campaigns (e.g., booklets on risk factors, webinars with occupational physicians).
Purchase of DAE defibrillators (approved semi-automatic/automatic models, average price €1,200–1,800).
Allocation on a first-come, first-served basis until the €50 million allocated is exhausted (20 million reserved for SMEs with <50 employees).
Deadline: January 31, 2027 (11:59 PM).

Key Facts

What

Financing for primary and secondary prevention projects in the workplace, covering up to 100% of eligible expenses (maximum €3,000 per company). Concrete examples:

Oncological screenings: 'colon cancer prevention' package (FIT immunological test + colonoscopy if positive) for 50 employees of a company in Chiasso → total cost €7,500 → grant €3,000 (40% covered).
Defibrillators: purchase of 2 DAE for a hotel in Lugano (Philips HeartStart HS1 model at €1,500 each) → expense €3,000 → full reimbursement.
Training: BLSD (Basic Life Support Defibrillation) course for 10 staff of a factory in Mendrisio (cost €1,200) → partial grant.

When and Where

Application submission: from May 27, 2026 (10:00 AM) to January 31, 2027 via the INAIL platform ("Bandi e contributi" section).
Fund disbursement: within 90 days of application approval (documentary verification by the entity 30 days).
Location: valid for all Italian companies, including those with operational offices in Ticino (e.g., cross-border workers employed by companies with an Italian VAT number).

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Operational details

Grants of up to 3,000 francs for workplace safety measures

Companies interested in applying must meet the following requirements:

Hold a valid DURC (Documento Unico di Regolarità Contributiva)
Be fully compliant with health and safety regulations
Have no final court judgments or irrevocable criminal decrees against the legal representative for workplace health and safety offences
Not be subject to any disqualification, suspension or prohibition under Article 67 of Legislative Decree No. 159/2011 (Anti-Mafia Code)
Not be subject to any disqualifying sanctions under Article 9(2)(d) of Legislative Decree No. 231/2001

Key eligibility criteria for grants:

Valid DURC
Compliance with health and safety regulations
No final court judgments or irrevocable criminal decrees for workplace health and safety offences
No disqualification, suspension or prohibition under the Anti-Mafia Code
No disqualifying sanctions

Grants can be combined, allowing companies to receive total support of up to 3,000 francs. For example, a company based in a Ticino municipality such as Lugano or Bellinzona could apply for a grant of 1,500 francs for implementing health and safety prevention measures and an additional 1,500 francs for staff training.

"Health and safety at work are a fundamental right for all workers and a duty for all employers." — Ministry of Labour

This initiative is part of broader efforts to promote workplace health and safety, aiming to improve overall safety conditions. The Legislative Decree 81/2008 is the key legislation governing workplace health and safety.

📊 Operational checklist for applying for grants:

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Key points

Contributions of up to 3,000 euros for workplace prevention

To submit an application, companies must access the software application available on the institutional website of the Ministry of Labour. This measure is particularly relevant for companies operating in the canton of Ticino, where workplace prevention is a fundamental aspect of ensuring the safety and health of workers.

Procedure:

Pre-registration on the Ministry of Labour's website.
Completion of the application using the software application.
Submission of the necessary documentation.

Necessary Documentation:

Purchase invoice for PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
Agreement or protocol with a healthcare structure for screening.

Deadlines:

From 27 May 2026: opening of applications.
Until 31 January 2027: deadline for submitting applications.

For example, a company based in Lugano that wishes to obtain a contribution for the purchase of PPE can submit its application from 27 May 2026. If the company purchases PPE for 1,500 euros, it could receive a contribution of 50%, amounting to 750 euros.

Website Tools:

Contribution Calculator

The contribution calculator is a useful tool for determining the amount of the contribution you are entitled to. For example, if a company based in Bellinzona has purchased PPE for 2,000 euros, the calculator may indicate that the maximum grantable contribution is 1,000 euros.

⚠️ It is essential to note that the maximum grantable contribution is 3,000 euros.

Operational Checklist:

Verify the application opening date (27 May 2026).
Pre-register on the Ministry of Labour's website.
Complete the application using the software application.
Submit the necessary documentation (purchase invoice and agreement with a healthcare structure).
Verify the deadlines for submitting applications (until 31 January 2027).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for contributions?: Enterprises with positive DURC and in compliance with health and safety requirements at work.
What expenses are financial?: Expenditure for cardiovascular and oncological screening, information campaigns and defibrillator purchase.
When does the question desk open and how does the request arise?: Applications may be submitted from 27 May 2026 (at 10:00) to 31 January 2027 (at 23:59). The request must be completed online through the INAIL platform, in the section 'Bases and contributions'. The allocation of funds is carried out in chronological order of arrival, until the exhaustion of the 50 million euros allocated, of which 20 million reserved to SMEs with less than 50 employees.
Can companies based in Ticino have access to these contributions for frontier workers?: No, access to the fund is reserved exclusively for companies with Italian VAT game, even if they have operating offices in Ticino or take frontiers. A company with registered office in Ticino can not access directly. However, an Italian company employing frontier workers falls under the legislation and may require contributions for prevention projects intended for its employees.
What specific requirements should a company have to be admitted to the fund?: To access the fund, the company must have a positive DURC with residual validity of at least 6 months. It is also essential to be in compliance with the requirements of Legislative Decree 81/2008, including the appointment of RSPP, the training of workers and an updated risk assessment. There must be no serious sanctions for health and safety violations in the last two years.