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Dropped Object Prevention Awareness
Dropped objects are the leading cause of severe harm and fatalities, as well as equipment damage, in numerous industries in Canada and worldwide. This video will explain what a dropped object is, when and how it can happen. We'll explore the repercussions of an item falling from a height, and discuss a variety of control methods and preventative measures.
Dropped objects are the leading cause of severe harm and fatalities, as well as equipment damage, in numerous industries in Canada and worldwide. Every year, more than 26,000 incidents involving dropped objects are reported in Canada. In the United States, over 50,000 workers were injured and 81 lost their lives due to contact with airborne or falling objects or machinery in 2016.
In this “Dropped Object Prevention Awareness” video, we’ll explain what a dropped object is, when and how it can happen. We’ll explore the repercussions of an item falling from a height, and discuss a variety of control methods and preventative measures.
Through the “Dropped Object Prevention Awareness” video, you will gain knowledge on:
- Definition of a dropped object
- Consequences of dropped objects
- Factors causing an object to fall
- Scenarios where dropped objects occur
- Preventative measures for dropped objects
- Surveys and inspections for dropped object prevention
- Effective securing techniques
- Handling tools at height
- Managing zones
Estimated to be 30 minutes
The tests conducted in this online Dropped Object Prevention Awareness course are designed to reinforce the information given. A score of 80% is required to earn a completion certificate. If the pass mark is not achieved, users can retake the course twice.
Upon successful completion of this online course, a certificate of completion will be readily available for download and printing.
Course Details
Course Length
This course will take roughly 30 minutes
Passing Mark
To pass this training course, you need to score 80% or higher on the quiz
Certificate
Upon the successful completion of this course a certificate with your name will be stored on your profile and available to print
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