Labor inspectors in Romania issue fines for undeclared work

Labor inspectors in the Romanian counties of Olt and Ilfov have issued significant fines following inspections of construction sites conducted between October 12 and 16, 2026. These actions were part of a national campaign to combat undeclared labor and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.

In Ilfov, inspectors identified 14 individuals working without legal employment contracts and 53 deficiencies regarding occupational health and safety. Total fines in the Ilfov region amounted to 430,000 lei, including 313,000 lei for labor relation violations and 117,000 lei for safety breaches. One workplace was ordered to cease operations to prevent worker exposure to identified risks.

In Olt, inspections revealed four individuals working without legal contracts. Authorities applied fines totaling 179,000 lei, with 160,000 lei related to labor relations and 19,000 lei for health and safety violations. Identified issues included the failure to provide individual employment contracts, improper timekeeping records, lack of personal protective equipment, and the use of non-compliant work equipment.