Article 131 Fines Simulator
Estimate, in seconds, the ACT fine for failing to deliver the mandatory 40-hour training required by Article 131 of the Portuguese Labour Code.
The ACT fine risk simulator estimates your company's exposure to non-compliance with the mandatory 40 hours of training per worker per year, set out in Article 131 of the Portuguese Labour Code. Based on the number of employees and the training hours already delivered, the tool shows the hours shortfall and the level of risk in the event of an inspection.
Failure to comply with the continuous training obligation is a serious administrative offence, subject to a fine imposed by the Authority for Working Conditions (ACT). The amount varies according to company size and degree of fault, so the estimate helps to prioritise remediation and does not replace the official calculation made by the enforcement authority.
After estimating the risk, you can plan remediation through training certified by DGERT, with SIGO registration and legally valid certificates accepted in ACT inspections. Formação 40 Horas, by Quirónprevención Portugal, offers more than 90 DGERT modules in e-learning, in-person and blended formats, allowing the hours shortfall to be covered in an auditable way.
Frequently asked questions
How many training hours are mandatory per worker?
Article 131 of the Labour Code sets a minimum of 40 hours of certified continuous training per worker each year. In companies with admissions throughout the year, the figure may be proportional to the length of the contract, but the annual training duty remains for permanent employees.
What happens if ACT detects non-compliance with the 40 hours?
Non-compliance with the training obligation is a serious administrative offence, subject to a fine whose amount depends on company size and degree of fault. To avoid the penalty, it is essential to hold legally valid certificates with SIGO registration that prove the training delivered before the inspection.