NOV DROPS Taskforce @ DROPS Forum DROPS Wells Forum – Q&A The DROPS Metaverse and VR Europe Summer Break DROPS Forum – Wells APDT Conference Bangkok Recommended Practice Workshop: Working with Tools at Height Recommended Practice Workshop: Working wit...

The DROPS Calculator provides a common benchmark in the classification of the potential consequences of a dropped object. One of a number of similar tools, the DROPS Calculator is endorsed by the DROPS Workgroup. While other ‘calculators’ exist, they all follow the same principle – plotting the mass of a dropped object against the distance it falls to determine its possible consequences.This BETA web DROPS Calculator is derived from the DROPS Online Excel Calculator which can be found hereFor an...

The Bow Tie Model and Dropped Objects: Risk Management's Comprehensive Approach The bow tie model serves as a pivotal tool in risk management, offering insights into managing specific risks. In the industrial context of dropped objects, this model provides a holistic perspective on potential causes, preventive actions, and resulting consequences. Understanding the DROPS Bow Tie Structure At its core, the bow tie model mirrors its namesake. The central knot symbolizes the undesired event or hazar...

Galvanic Corrosion: The Overlooked Risk of Dropped Objects in Industries Galvanic corrosion, often discussed in material science contexts, has direct and sometimes overlooked implications for industries: the risk of dropped objects. When different metals, such as steel and aluminum, come into contact in moist environments, the aluminum, being more reactive, starts to corrode, while the steel remains largely unaffected. Imagine a steel machine with an aluminum certification plate riveted onto it...

In industrial settings, especially elevated platforms like offshore rigs or construction sites, the looming threat of dropped objects is undeniable. These hazards span from immediate dangers, such as injuries or fatalities, to equipment damage, operational disruptions, and financial implications. The Hierarchy of Controls provides a structured pathway to navigate and mitigate these multifaceted risks. https://youtu.be/lkmUNkizp7M?si=6swC88E-SoRY5OQf Animation by Reuzer  Elimination: The First ...

Dropped Objects in Industrial Operations: Unpacking Definitions and Implications In industrial operations, seemingly minor incidents like dropped objects can lead to significant consequences. At first glance, you might dismiss a dropped object as a trivial event. However, when you factor in the heights and environments of many industrial tasks, the potential dangers become clear. An object, whether small like a component or larger like a piece of equipment, can cause serious damage or injury wh...

Importance of DROPS Training DROPS Training is crucial for a variety of reasons. It's an important part of ensuring safety in industries where the risk of dropped objects is high, such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, and others. Here's why DROPS training is so important: Reducing Risk of Injuries and Fatalities: Dropped objects, especially in industries that involve work at height, can cause serious injuries or even fatalities. Effective DROPS training can greatly reduce these ri...