Calculate the impact of a fallen object and understand the potential impact in seconds with the Dropped Object Calculator. Just enter the weight of the object and the estimated fall distance – the calculator will tell you immediately about the potential impact on humans. The results are presented using standard safety terminology in combination with Joule impact of the fall.
Everyone knows the potential cost of a dropped object. It’s not just about equipment and lost production. It’s about life!
Understanding the potential impact of a fallen object is key in awareness building of workers, work planning and accident prevention. Safety professionals around the globe use this calculator to better design the work sites and to define safe work practices and precautionary measures
The calculator was developed by the makers of RiskReport (www.aboutriskreport.com) in cooperation with DROPS. RiskReport believes that a safe work environment requires state of the art tools and solutions. DROPS is an industry-wide initiative focused on preventing dropped objects, with the ultimate goal of delivering a second nature dropped objects prevention strategy across industry.
DROPS is a global workgroup in the energy sector, represented by over 70 operators, contractors, service companies and industry bodies, all sharing commitment and enthusiasm for the common goal of dropped object prevention and a safe working environment.