~ Purpose ~

Many head and body injuries in the workplace are caused by dropped objects, including tools, equipment, and other materials that are not properly stored, secured, or handled during work activities. This course focuses on identifying and mitigating dropped-object hazards, emphasizing proper equipment securing practices, safe working procedures, and the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Negligence or improper handling of objects can have serious consequences, ranging from minor injuries to life-threatening or fatal accidents. Maintaining awareness and putting safety first are essential to preventing such incidents.


~ Objectives ~

Participants will gain an understanding of the hazards associated with falling and dropped objects, as well as effective measures to prevent or minimize these risks. The course covers individual responsibilities and the responsibilities of other personnel involved in workplace safety, proper selection and use of PPE, and practical methods for securing, handling, and controlling objects to prevent them from falling. The overall objective is to promote safe working practices, reduce the risk of injury, and strengthen dropped-object prevention awareness in the workplace.


~ Content ~

>>The course set includes series of training modules and video materials.<<


~ Certification ~

Upon successful completion of the online course you will be granted with personalized training certificate (validity:  Unlimited).


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Course curriculum

    1. Welcome

    2. Introduction

    3. General

    4. Roles and Responsibilities

    5. Risk Assessment for Dropped Object Hazards

    6. Implementation of Dropped Object Prevention Program

    7. Continual Improvement

    8. Examples of Drop Program Roles and Responsibilities

    9. Sample Zoning Area

    10. Recomended Practices for Working at Height

    11. Audit of a Drop Program

    12. Equipment Design for Dropped Object Prevention for DOPP+ Classification

    13. Risk Assessment for Dropped Objects Hazard for Equipment Design, Installation and Maintenance

    14. Equipment Design

    15. Equipment Installation and Maintenance

    16. Best Practices PART 1

    17. Best Practices PART 2

    18. Best Practices PART 3

    19. Best Practices PART 4

    20. Best Practices PART 5

    21. Summary

    1. Dropped Objects Awareness

    1. Course Materials Part I.

    2. Course Materials Part II.

    3. Exam: Dropped Objects Risk

About this course

  • €80,00
  • 25 lessons
  • 4 hours of video content
  • Course access 1 full year