Dropped Objects (DROPS) Prevention

IPTC Conference & Exhibition Doha, January 2014

Joachim van der Meulen
M&S Manager LRED AP & ME
Secretary DROPS Asia

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Dropped Objects

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Definitions
Static Dropped Object
any object that falls from its previous position under its own weight where Gravity takes
over!

Dynamic Dropped Object

any object that falls from its previous position due to applied force from
equipment/machinery or moving object like a collision, perhaps during lifting or stacking
think wind, pressure or electrical energy sources too

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Static Dropped Objects

When gravity takes over

Fixings fail (nuts, bolts, screws, clips etc.)

Structure fails (gratings, signage, wind walls)

Unsecured items fall (poor stacking, tools)

What are the Contributing Factors?

Incorrect or home-made fixings

Poor inspection, repair and maintenance

Poor housekeeping, no control of items aloft

Environmental factors over time

Lack of experience, hazards not identified

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Dynamic Dropped Objects

Over 70% of Dropped Objects are dynamic

Striking against/colliding with objects or structure

Excessive vibrations and extreme conditions

Heavy lifts, moves, activities where force is applied

What are the Contributing Factors?

Unnecessary distractions whilst undertaking task

Not following the plan or procedure

Failure to recognize and manage change

Lack of experience or knowledge

No awareness of surroundings

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Reliable Securing Rev 3

DROPS Reliable Securing

Securing Methods

Understanding Dropped Objects

Risk Management

General Tips for Dropped Object Free Worksites

Working at Height

Hoisting, Lifting and Suspended Items

Securing Structural Items and Sundries

Securing Electrical Equipment and Instruments

Moving Equipment

Material Storage
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Reliable Securing Rev3 Content

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What if?

If this machine bolt was to fall from

27m - and strike someone below,
on the head (whilst wearing a
hardhat), what could happen to
them?
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DROPS CALCULATOR

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Tools at Height

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Tools at Height

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Never Cross a Barrier

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Red Zones / Restricted Access Areas

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Permission to enter

Step Back Safety Zones

Access diagrams posted

Hazard Identification

Competence, distractions, communication, roles and responsibilities, the work environment

Authority to Stop Work that is unsafe.

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Dropped Objects Through the Supply Chain

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Lloyds Register & DROPS

Sponsorship and organization of DROPS Forums

Inspections

Audits

Certification & Class

Training

Research & Development

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GTC Research Team

Multi-disciplinary expertise from LR

family
> 35 years in Drilling
> 30 years in Asset Integrity
> 25 years in CFD
> 20 years in Failure analysis
> 20 years in Marine architecture

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Industry and consulting experience

80% Senior researchers with MSc /
PhD
PhD students doubling year-on-year
13 nationalities
Fluent in 18 languages

Background to TDS DROPS workshop

Originally initiated and fully supported by Brunei

Shell Petroleum Company

Based on incident data provided by Brunei Shell

Petroleum Company

Supported by historical data available within Lloyds

Register Energy Drilling inspection records

Participation of operators, rig owners and

manufacturer

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Discussions and outcome of the workshop

New design fully enclosed TDS

Full automated operation

Remove / eliminate non essentials on current TDS

Focus on design and maintenance of primary fixing

Measure operational vibration levels; verify design accordingly

Zone management systems

Time requirements for maintenance and DROPS inspections

DROPS inspections by suitable technically trained personnel

Use visual aids to highlight critical inspection items

Create application to upgrade picture book to handheld devices

Develop industry standard

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Further Resources

Download my free whitepaper on Top Drive

Systems Dropped Objects Prevention

www.lrenergy.org/drops

www.dropsonline.org

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Joachim van der Meulen

Marketing & Sales Manager AP & ME
Lloyds Register Energy Drilling
T +65 8133 1369 E joachim.vdmeulen@lr.org
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Lloyds Register Drilling Integrity Services Asia Pacific Pte Ltd.
1 Bukit Batok Street 22 #05-02, Singapore 659592

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