Duration: 1 Hour

Objective: To equip HSE Managers with the knowledge and strategies necessary for implementing and monitoring safety protocols for the use of tools at height within their organizations, aligning with DROPS guidelines.

Target Audience: HSE Managers and other safety leadership personnel.

Course Outline:

1. Introduction to DROPS Guidelines (10 minutes)

• Overview of the importance of the DROPS (Dropped Object Prevention Scheme) initiative.
• Statistics and impact of dropped objects incidents in industrial settings.

2. Strategic Implementation of Safety Protocols (20 minutes)

• Understanding the full scope of DROPS guidelines for tools and equipment used at height.
• Steps for integrating these guidelines into existing safety protocols.
• Developing a comprehensive dropped object management scheme.

3. Training and Compliance (15 minutes)

• Designing training programs for employees on the proper use of tools at height.
• Establishing compliance checks and continuous improvement processes.
• Methods for ensuring all personnel are adequately trained and compliant with safety standards.

4. Monitoring and Reporting (10 minutes)

• Setting up systems for monitoring the effective use of tools at height.
• Reporting mechanisms for incidents and near-misses.
• Importance of regular audits and feedback loops for safety improvement.

5. Questions and Answers (5 minutes)

• Address specific concerns and queries from HSE Managers.
• Discuss potential challenges and solutions in implementing guidelines.

Presented by

Gary Dunn, Global Business Manager Stopdrop Tooling

Joachim van der Meulen, Chapter Facilitator, DROPS Asia