Dropped objects

Dropped objects kill hundreds of people around the world every year, and many others are injured and need time off to recover. In the Oil and Gas industry alone, they are among the top ten causes of fatality and serious injury

This course will focus on raising awareness of the risks with dropped objects on board ships. The aim is to identify basic safety measures aimed at eliminating the risk of dropped objects.

Learning objectives:

• Define what is meant by dropped objects
• Identify ways to prevent accidents associated with dropped objects
• Understand the risks associated with dropped objects