DGUV Principle 101-005 Explained Simply
Автор Baggerschule1 Redaktion · 19.06.2026
Anyone who operates earth-moving machinery professionally will quickly encounter the DGUV Principle 101-005. But what does it mean in concrete terms? We explain it without jargon.
What is it about?
The DGUV Principle 101-005 describes the training and qualification of operators of earth-moving machinery. The goal is safety on the construction site: Only those who are trained and commissioned by the employer are allowed to operate the corresponding machines.
Employer Responsibilities
- Ensure that only trained individuals operate machines
- Written commissioning of the operators
- Regular instruction
What does this mean for you?
With the excavator certificate from Baggerschule1, you meet the training requirements according to DGUV Principle 101-005. The certificate is recognized nationwide – the foundation for safe and compliant work.