Is a Excavator License Mandatory?

By Baggerschule1 Redaktion · 12.06.2026

For the commercial operation of earth-moving machines, training according to DGUV principle 101-005 is required. Employers must ensure that only trained and authorized individuals operate excavators.

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Even for private use, obtaining an excavator license is strongly recommended – both for safety and insurance reasons.

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