Forklift Operator Certification & Alignment in Brunei
Under Workplace Safety and Health Order 2009, Brunei follows the employer competency model.
Workplace Safety and Health Order 2009
SHENA — Safety, Health and Environment National Authority
Employer competency model
Min age 18
Governing laws & standards in Brunei
- sourcePrimary lawWorkplace Safety and Health Order 2009
GESTA training programs
Frequently asked questions
Do forklift operators need a licence in Brunei?
Brunei follows an employer-competency model: there is generally no government "forklift licence." The employer is legally responsible for ensuring each operator is trained, assessed and certified competent to a recognised standard. Workplace Safety and Health Order 2009
Which law governs forklift operators in Brunei?
Workplace Safety and Health Order 2009, enforced by SHENA — Safety, Health and Environment National Authority.
How does a GESTA certificate help in Brunei?
GESTA assesses operators to a harmonised competency standard benchmarked to OSHA 1910.178, ISO 3691 and other leading frameworks. It provides the recognised, auditable competency assessment that discharges the employer's legal duty.
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