The Digital Supplier Register is a useful tool for managing and verifying the technical-professional suitability (TPS) of contractors and self-employed workers, in compliance with Article 26 of Legislative Decree 81/08 (Consolidated Law on Occupational Safety).

1. Obligations of Article 26 of Legislative Decree 81/08

The client or employer who entrusts work, services, or supplies to third parties has the obligation to:
✅ Verify the technical-professional suitability of the contracting company or self-employed worker.
✅ Provide information on specific risks and preventive measures.
✅ Coordinate activities to prevent interference and ensure safety.
✅ Draft the DUVRI (Single Document for the Evaluation of Interference Risks), if necessary.

2. Features of a Digital Supplier Register

A Digital Supplier Register centralizes and automates the management of the documentation required for TPS, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.

🔹 Supplier Registration and Qualification

• Company profile and tax data.
• Certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
• Insurance coverage (INAIL, RCT, RCO).
• DURC (Single Document of Contributory Regularity).

🔹 Document Upload and Validation

• Declaration of technical-professional suitability (formerly Annex XVII of Legislative Decree 81/08).
• List of employees and their qualifications.
• Safety training certificates.
• Documentation on PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Operating manuals and equipment certifications.

🔹 Expiration Tracking and Automatic Notifications

• Alerts for certificate and qualification expiration dates.
• Notifications for missing or non-compliant documents.
• Periodic reports on the compliance status of suppliers.

🔹 Integration with Procurement and Safety Management Systems

• Connection with procurement and tender management software.
• Integration with ERP and company management systems.
• Monitoring dashboard for audits and internal controls.

3. Advantages of a Digital Supplier Register

✅ Automated regulatory compliance and reduced risk of penalties.
✅ Reduced time for document verification and supplier management.
✅ Better traceability and transparency in procurement management.
✅ Faster and simplified audits for inspections and internal controls.
✅ Improved risk management through the preventive verification of companies.

Using a Digital Supplier Register represents an effective solution for managing safety and regulatory compliance in procurement, reducing risks and improving operational efficiency.