Indicative (statute named)

Forklift Operator Certification & Alignment in Uruguay

Under Decreto 291/2007 on OSH, Uruguay follows the employer competency model.

Governing law / standard

Decreto 291/2007 on OSH

Enforcing body

Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social / IGTSS

Legal model

Employer competency model

Age / renewal

Min age 18

Governing laws & standards in Uruguay

  • Primary lawDecreto 406/988 + Ley 5032
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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 Uruguay?

Uruguay 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. Decreto 291/2007 on OSH

Which law governs forklift operators in Uruguay?

Decreto 291/2007 on OSH, enforced by Ministerio de Trabajo y Seguridad Social / IGTSS.

How does a GESTA certificate help in Uruguay?

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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