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Dropped Objects Prevention
The traditional approach to managing dropped objects in the offshore work environment has been to apply best practices for existing equipment. ABS has raised the bar on “best practice” by publishing the first-of-its kind class standard.
An estimated 10 percent of fatalities and thousands of medical treatment and lost-time injuries are caused by dropped objects. Addressing the situations that lead to dropped objects in the workplace has the potential to improve offshore safety and, ultimately, could save the lives of offshore workers.
ABS Guide Helps Prevent Dropped Objects
The new ABS Guide for Dropped Object Prevention for Offshore Units and Installations includes a program of requirements and best practices to protect assets, personnel and working environments from dropped object incidents.
ABS DROPPED OBJECT PREVENTION PROGRAM (DOPP) OVERVIEW
| CLASS DOPP | CLASS DOPP+ |
| Approval of the on-board drops prevention management program to the ABS Guide. | Approval of the on-board drops prevention management program to the ABS Guide, including certification of equipment for drops-resistant elements. |
DROPS (Dropsonline.org)
ABS is a member of the industry best practice group, DROPS (dropsonline.org). DROPS assisted with the development of the ABS Guide for Dropped Object Prevention on Offshore Units and Installations. To learn more about DROPS and their mission, please visit dropsonline.org.
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