Dropped Objects Course
Online dropped objects course providing the knowledge needed to reduce the chance of dropped objects.
Dropped objects are a significant hazard in many work environments particular in the construction sector and those working at height. The law requires that hazards must be properly controlled which will include staff training.
The Echo3 Dropped Objects course equips participants with essential knowledge to recognising, assessing, and mitigating hazards associated with dropped objects.
Understanding preventive measures, such as proper tool tethering and effective barriers, is vital for creating a safer workplace.
The course emphasises the potential consequences of falling objects, ranging from injuries to damage of equipment and facilities.
By completing the Dropped Objects training, individuals enhance their ability to implement proactive safety measures, creating a safer working environment.
Course Content
The content of the Dropped Objects course include
- What are dropped objects?
- Where do dropped objects occur?
- Dangers from dropped objects.
- Incident Examples
- Dropped Objects Risk Management
- Worksite Design
- Reducing and preventing the impact of dropped objects 7.
- Employer Responsibilities
- Employee responsibilities
Dropped Objects Certificate
At the end of the Dropped Objects course is a 15 question, multiple-choice quiz aimed at reinforcing and testing individual learning.
Where the learner demonstrates their understanding of course content by achieving a minimum score of 80%, a completion certificate is issued by email.
If the score is less than 80%, learners are offered the opportunity to revisit any part of the course and retake the quiz until successful.
The verifiable, certificate is then emailed to your account for retention within your training records.
A posted certificate is available for £9.
The Dropped Objects certificate is valid for 3 years.
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What are the objectives of dropped objects training?
The learning objectives from the Dropped Objects course include
- Understanding the principles of risk assessment for dropped objects.
- Recognise real-world scenarios leading to falling objects.
- Know the potential consequences of falling objects, ranging from injuries to damage of equipment and facilities.
- Greater awareness of securing tools and equipment through proper tethering techniques, utilising barriers or other containment methods.
- promotes skills in identifying and mitigating risks associated with falling objects.
- Equip participants to contribute to a safer work environment by implementing effective measures to prevent dropped objects and minimise the potential for injuries or damage.
Who needs dropped objects training?
The Dropped Objects course is recommended for;
- Construction Workers: Those involved in construction projects where tools and materials are used at height.
- Everyone Working on Elevated Platform.
- Oil and Gas Industry Workers. Employees involved in drilling, extraction, and maintenance activities on oil rigs.
- Warehouse and Logistics Staff. Those working with storage and retrieval systems, loading and unloading materials, or operating cranes.
- Utilities and Telecom Workers. Employees working on utility poles, cell towers, or other elevated structures.
- Transportation Workers. Those involved in loading and unloading cargo, securing loads, or working on elevated platforms.
- Manufacturing Employees. Workers in manufacturing plants where the risk of dropped objects exists.
- Riggers and Scaffolders. Professionals involved in rigging activities or erecting scaffolding.
- Safety Officers and Managers. Individuals responsible for ensuring workplace safety and implementing safety protocols.
- Anyone Working at Height. Individuals who work on ladders, scaffolds, platforms, or any elevated workspaces.