#DROPS
The Dropped Object Prevention Scheme (DROPS) for working at heights and servicing equipment. Falling objects represent one of the most critical fatal risks, especially in drilling, construction, and metallurgy. This section contains specific case studies on integrating the global DROPS standard: methodologies for inspecting derricks and masts, maintaining tool inventories at heights, utilizing safety lanyards, and establishing exclusion zones to prevent injuries.
Contractor Engagement Practices
A comprehensive contractor safety management system at high-hazard facilities. Includes integrating HSE requirements into contracts, implementing 12 life-saving rules, 5S, DROPS, scaffolding and lifting accessories control, and digitalizing high-risk and SIMOPS control.
Contractor Management Strategy
A multi-stage contractor management system at a hazardous production facility, including prequalification at the tender stage, two-stage site admission, and continuous control. The practice integrates motivation tools (replacing fines with PPE purchases), regular contractor ranking, and cascading international Vision Zero and 5Z concepts.
Dropped Objects: How Asia Drilling Enhances Safety on Drilling Rigs
Methods for Securing Objects at Height: Practices of ZARUBEZHNEFT-dobycha Kharyaga LLC
Preventing Dropped Objects from Height
Implementing the Drops program to prevent dropped objects at industrial facilities. Practices include using a dropped object calculator for risk assessment, applying tool securing devices, organizing specialized storage, and conducting regular checklist inspections. Additionally, an intervention program empowers workers to stop unsafe work.
Dropped Object Prevention System as an Element of HSE Management
Implementation of the international DROPS methodology to prevent dropped objects at production facilities. The practice includes adapting standards to Russian equipment, using certified fasteners and secondary retention elements, training personnel on mobile simulators, and conducting cross-functional audits using visualized registers and video recording.