As a leading provider of Dropped Object Prevention Solutions (DROPS) within the oil and gas sector, SERNOR offers comprehensive dropped object management and inspection services to protect personnel and assets, both offshore and onshore. Our services are meticulously tailored to align with industry best practices and regulatory standards, ensuring safety at every level. At SERNOR, safety is our utmost priority, and we do not view dropped objects as an unavoidable hazard. Instead, we firmly believe the risks can be effectively managed.

Our expertly designed solutions, including personnel training, DROPS manuals, and program implementation and verification, are backed by our advanced Bridge software featuring an eDROPS module. This module is designed to deliver cost-effective, strategic planning and execution of surveys and preventive measures for managing dropped objects. We aim to provide end-to-end safety solutions, seamlessly integrating dropped object management with our Total Rig Integrity Management (TRIM) concept. This empowers our clients with highly skilled personnel capable of performing a broad spectrum of tasks during mobilization. Working alongside our seasoned inspectors and specialists, we strive to minimize dropped object incidents, saving lives, time, and resources.

For new builds, early involvement in design and specification verification is essential for implementing a robust DROPS philosophy. This approach ensures safety from the design and construction phases through to operational stages. Our team of multi-disciplinary engineers and specialists assist clients in meeting the highest safety standards for newly constructed installations. By understanding the root causes of dropped objects—ranging from environmental factors to human error—SERNOR delivers unmatched design and verification services, continuously pushing safety and risk mitigation standards. Key advantages of our DROPS Design and Verification services include:

• Minimizing dropped object incidents by embedding the DROPS philosophy early in the design and construction phases.
• Enhancing safety by incorporating secondary retention methods to safeguard personnel, assets, and working environments.
• Conducting detailed design reviews to ensure technical requirements are met and prevent future issues.
• Verifying subcontractors’ work and ensuring the highest quality standards.
• Reducing mobilization costs by utilizing our versatile and proficient DROPS prevention team.
• Thorough assessment and correction of findings to maintain installation status.
• Executing DROPS strategies effectively to maximize operational efficiency.

Our DROPS baseline survey is a vital part of our inspection services, identifying potential risks and enabling us to develop the most effective safety maintenance strategy tailored to each client. Dropped objects are responsible for numerous injuries and fatalities in industries like oil and gas, making comprehensive inspection and preventive measures crucial. Our baseline survey covers:

• Detailed DROPS and bolt inspections.
• Rectifying DROPS findings and addressing issues at height.
• Verifying and improving securing methods at height.
• Creating a DROPS management system that includes picture books, Pre-Task checklists, collision checklists, and procedural guides.
• Evaluating existing DROPS barriers and suggesting improvements for enhanced safety.
  With our skilled team, we conduct thorough surveys of equipment, tools, and structural components across rig areas, identifying and addressing dropped object risks. Our survey results are documented in a DROPS management system, allowing clients to track progress and implement improvements year-over-year. By promoting early engagement and ensuring proper documentation, we help identify and address potential hazards and recommend corrective actions. Through our advanced eDROPS software, we offer efficient management and monitoring of dropped objects, complete with safety statistics and alerts.

Our DROPS Inspection System fosters a culture of safety by increasing awareness and understanding of dropped object hazards at all levels, from rig crew to management. Initially, we provide basic training on DROPS best practices to align with international safety standards and prevent dropped object incidents. Then, we provide customized checklists and manuals designed to minimize dropped object risks and ensure compliance with industry regulations. This system promotes:

• Education and awareness of dropped object dangers.

• Development of preventive plans and solutions.
• Equipping personnel with the necessary materials for secondary retention.
• Rectifying existing safety measures and recommending improvements.
  Our system is designed to ensure effective inspection and monitoring, and is split into two components:
• Zone-Specific Inspection System: Focuses on inspection points and zones, with a pocket-sized manual for ease of use in the field.
• Object-Orientated Inspection System: Details specific objects to be inspected, with space for surveyor notes and deviation descriptions, all organized in an efficient sequence.

As a global leader in inspection services, SERNOR provides high-quality third-party DROPS inspections that adhere to local and international standards. With over two decades of expertise in the oil and gas sector, we offer comprehensive, cost-effective third-party inspections. Our inspections include:

• Internal inspections in line with DROPS programs.

• Annual third-party inspections across all areas covered by the DROPS program.
• Regular audits of the DROPS management system.
  Our versatile team can execute multiple work scopes during a single DROPS inspection, optimizing time, resources, and costs. We provide detailed inspection reports that include:
• A comprehensive audit, documented in picture logs and findings lists.
• A summary of the scope of work, findings, and results.
• Corrective action recommendations and 3D mapping of the findings.

Following our inspections, our certified specialists recommend and implement corrective actions to address any potential dropped object hazards. We strive to resolve findings swiftly and cost-effectively. This process includes:

• Conducting in-depth inspections of all items at height and performing a comprehensive survey of the DROPS management system.
• Designing a comprehensive program for bolt and structural inspections, particularly in the derrick area.
• Addressing minor findings during the inspection to save time and costs.
• Access to one of the industry’s most advanced documentation and audit systems.
• Mobilizing additional resources and personnel for closing campaigns.
• Providing expertise in resolving findings that require rope access.

SERNOR offers specialized DROPS training tailored to your operational needs and site specifications. This program raises awareness of potential dropped object hazards and focuses on best practices to minimize the risk and impact of incidents. Our training aims to:

• Enhance understanding of dropped object causes and risks.
• Promote preventive methods to mitigate dropped object occurrences.
• Equip personnel with the tools to identify and address potential threats.
  Our training benefits a wide range of personnel, including top management, drill crew, electricians, crane operators, and any third-party workers involved in activities at height.

Barriers play a critical role in operational safety by preventing dropped objects and minimizing their consequences. Our DROPS Barrier Management service evaluates the effectiveness of existing barriers, identifying areas for improvement. Our certified engineers and specialists perform thorough reviews, considering both technical and human factors. This service provides:

• Insights into the strengths and weaknesses of your DROPS philosophy.
• Identification of human, technical, and organizational barriers.
• A comprehensive view of safety risks and workplace hazards.
• Recommendations for better safety measures and barrier management improvements.
• Continuous monitoring of changes and improvements to safety barriers.

• Senior Management
• Personnel working at heights
• Drill and Deck Crew
• Electricians and Welders
• Purchasers and Storekeepers
• Crane Operators
• Third-party contractors working at heights