Indicative (statute named)

Forklift Operator Certification & Alignment in Chile

Under Ley 16.744 (occupational accidents), Chile follows the employer competency model.

Governing law / standard

Ley 16.744 (occupational accidents)

Enforcing body

SUSESO / Dirección del Trabajo

Legal model

Employer competency model

Age / renewal

Min age 18

Governing laws & standards in Chile

  • Primary lawLey 16.744 + DS 594 — competent operator duty
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GESTA training programs

Forklift Cert

Forklift · 2 days

Forklift Operator Competency Training and Certification

Forklift · 6 days

Order Picker

MHE · 6 days

Reach Truck

MHE · 4 days

Frequently asked questions

Do forklift operators need a licence in Chile?

Chile 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. Ley 16.744 (occupational accidents)

Which law governs forklift operators in Chile?

Ley 16.744 (occupational accidents), enforced by SUSESO / Dirección del Trabajo.

How does a GESTA certificate help in Chile?

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.

Primary source: official text

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