What are falling or dropped objects?
Falling or dropped objects pose risks to people in workplaces of all kinds, and are especially dangerous in industrial and hazardous area environments. Equipment, material, tools and debris that can fall or be released sideways or upwards are considered falling objects.
Falling of dropped objects include objects or material:
- Falling from a structure, including scaffolding, tools, rocks, soils and bricks
- Falling from lifting machinery, a vehicle or other plant equipment
- Released while using machinery or hand tools
Our channel partner, Dropsafe, creates solutions that prevent objects from falling from height, helping protect your people, plant and process. Committed to creating safer workplaces, Dropsafe offers comprehensive, sustainable, cost-effective tools, advice, and resources to tackle drops risks.
Long-term assets
Understanding the pressures of time, budget, and sustainability in safety management, Dropsafe designs its systems to be long-term assets rather than consumables. To ensure enduring value, their solutions are engineered for a low total cost of ownership.
Safety education
Drops prevention goes beyond technology. By educating personnel about the risks of dropped objects and promoting awareness of positive and effective mitigation strategies, companies can foster a positive safety culture.
Independently tested & certified
Dropsafe products stop objects falling from height, preventing injury to personnel and damage to equipment. Designed and manufactured in-house, Dropsafe products are independently tested and certified to meet the highest quality and performance standards.
Dropped object prevention solutions
In partnership with Dropsafe, Teksal Safety provides dropped object prevention solutions, including:
- Dropsafe Barrier – for permanent or temporary guardrailing and stairways
- Dropsafe Nets – enclose and tether overhead fixtures
- Dropsafe Slings – secure fixtures at height in harsh offshore environments
- Dropsafe Helideck Perimeter Safey Net – marine-grade stainless steel net for helidecks in any environment
- Dropsafe Tool Tethering – world-first, triple-action, auto-locking carabiner to secure tools & equipment used at height
- Dropsafe Matting – high-grade PVC matting for worksite walkways & flooring
- Dropsafe Cable Hooks – lift cables, wires, flexible pipes & hoses off the worksite floor
- Dropsafe Pouches – securely enclose & tether handheld items at height
- Dropsafe Barricades – modular safety system to create clear boundaries & highlight potential danger zones
DROPSAFE BARRIERS
Robust, durable and reusable, the Dropsafe Barrier is a cost-effective solution for mitigating potential risks of dropped or falling objects. It attaches to the inside of elevated guardrailing, scaffolding or under stairs, minimising the risk of harm to people and equipment caused by dropped objects or items falling from height.
Ideal for a range of locations, it can be installed for permanent or temporary protection.
Benefits
- Easy to install
- Designed for harsh environments, including a wide temperature range & wind resistance
- Helps prevent lost time incidents (LTIs)
- Cost-effective & maintenance-free
- Long service life
- Reduces industrial waste
Features
- High impact resistance – withstands multiple impacts at 62.5 J
- Withstands up to CAT 5 wind loading (250km/h | 155mph)
- Operational temperature range from -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
- Small mesh aperture prevents small items falling (19.8mm | 0.78”)
- ABS approved for DOPP+ standard
- Designed for harsh environments
- Withstands exposure to more than 100 chemicals
- Fast & easy installation – no tools or hot works required
- Made from high-grade, UV & fire-resistant recyclable polycarbonate
DROPSAFE NETS
Dropsafe Nets securely enclose and tether fixtures, including lights, beacons, speakers, self-retracting lifelines, CCTV cameras, anodes and pipe clamps, above staff or equipment to prevent dropped and falling objects.
Featuring the industry-first Trisafe™ Carabiner and RFID Choke Plate, Dropsafe Nets’ revolutionary design significantly reduces human error and outperforms traditional carabiners. The Trisafe™ triple-action opening, auto locking mechanism is easy to use with one hand, making installation safer, faster and more intuitive.
Available in more than 100 sizes, all nets have installation toggles to ensure a snug fit and are made from SUS 316 stainless steel.
Benefits
- Help prevent fixtures of any size falling from height
- Withstand harsh environments and extreme temperatures from -40° to 500°C (-40° to 932°F)
- Triple-action, auto-locking technology reduces human error
- Easy to use with one hand
- Help create safe workplaces
- Fast & easy to install & inspect – no maintenance or on-site modifications
Features
- Industry-first, triple action, auto-locking Trisafe™ Carabiner – SUS/AISI 316
- Updated Choke Plate includes an in-built RFID chip for improved traceability, and simpler, more efficient inspections
- Integrated assembly – no loose parts
- Hook design captures securing cable
- Designed and tested to withstand more than 5X Safe Working Load
- ABS approved for DOPP+ standard
- Toggles ensure a snug fit for all fixture shapes
- 100% high-quality, marine-grade stainless steel
- Third-party tested & certified to exceed the highest standards of drops prevention
- Available in 100+ sizes
- Bespoke designs & alternative sizes
Fixture types
Dropsafe Nets are designed and tested for a range of fixture types, including:
- Floodlights
- Fluorescent / LED Strip Lights
- Nav / Strobe Lights
- CCTV Cameras & Speakers
DROPSAFE SLINGS
The Dropsafe Safety Sling range safely secures fixtures at height. Designed for use in harsh offshore environments, they offer exceptional performance and durability.
Made of SUS 316 stainless steel, the slings are available with either a traditional, spring-loaded carabiner, or the triple-action, auto-locking Trisafe™ Carabiner.
Benefits
- Help prevent fixtures falling from height
- Tested & certified and compliant with international safety standards
- Fast & easy to install & inspect – no maintenance or on-site modifications required
- Auto locking mechanism to reduce human error
- Innovative design for single-hand use
- Double ferrules for enhanced reliability
- Spring-loaded gate nut prevents screw lock coming loose
- Triple action operation prevents accidental opening
Features
- Triple action, auto locking Trisafe™ Carabiner – SUS/AISI 316
- Temperature range of -40ºC to 500ºC (-40ºF to 932ºF)
- ID tag with batch no and installation date for improved traceability
- High level of fire resistance
- Designed and tested to over 5X Safe Working Load
- ABS approved for DOPP+ standard
- Available with both traditional screw-lock carabiners or the patented Trisafe™
- SUS/AISI 316 stainless steel wire
- Custom lengths available
Dropsafe Helideck Perimeter Safety Net
Easy to install, the Dropsafe Helideck Perimeter Safety Net attaches to the perimeter frame of the helideck, preventing workers from falling.
Benefits
- Fast & easy installation, plus free online training and technical support
- Bespoke design & construction – can be installed onto any helideck frame
- No drop tests – advanced proprietary testing methodology
- Long service life, plus five-year warranty and ongoing annual system testing
Features
- Exceeds CAP 437, OGUK, DNV & all global helideck standards
- Annual Testing Kit & testing service included for ongoing system testing
- Suitable for harsh offshore environments
- Designed for each helideck, every solutions is made to order
- Full traceability and component serial numbering
- Durable SUS/AISI 316 stainless steel system
- 10+ year service life, backed by 5-year warranty
- Fast & easy to install – free technical support & online training provided
- ABS PDA approved
Dropsafe Tool Tethering
Designed to safely handle tools and equipment used at height, the Dropsafe Tool Tethering range features the world-first, triple-action, auto-locking carabiner. It offers two carabiner sizes and various lanyard options, tailored for tool types and user preferences.
Its patented Trisafe™ technology and ergonomic design enables one-handed operation even while wearing gloves.
It minimises human error and prevents tools from falling. Constructed from 100% stainless steel, both sizes are easy to inspect, clean, and maintain, and offer exceptional durability in extreme conditions.
Benefits
- Triple-action, auto-locking Trisafe™ technology prevents accidental opening & minimises human error
- Single-handed use, even with gloves
- Compatible with a range of tools and handheld items
- Large ribbed buttons increase grip and safer handling
- Double ferrules enhance reliability
Features
- Trisafe™ triple-action, auto-locking carabiners in two different sizes
- Fully integrated assembly prevents parts from coming loose
- 360° integrated swivel avoids tangles
- SUS/AISI 316 stainless steel wire
- Designed for harsh environments
- Drop-indicator for added shock absorption to enhance safety
- Variety of lanyard types & attachment combinations
- Third-party tested & compliant with international standards
- Operational temperature range from -35 to 45°C (-31 to 113°F)
Dropsafe Matting
Made from high-grade PVC, the Dropsafe Matting range is a certified slip-resistant drops prevention solution.
Designed for worksite walkways and flooring, it has anti-fatigue properties, and provides trip and fall prevention.
Available in Light, Medium, and Heavy Duty thicknesses, it meets diverse conditions.
Each option features exceptional UV resistance, and superior drainage capabilities.
Benefits
- Two-layer, open-grid construction reduces risks pose by dropped objects
- Prevents slips trips & falls
- High-grade & non-porous PVC ensures durability and versatility across a range of worksites
- Maintenance-free with a long service life
- Fast & easy installation – no tools required
- Easily removed & redeployed
Features
- Contours to uneven surfaces
- Certified slip-resistant
- Diamond-cut pattern for high-traction walkways & flooring
- Excellent drainage
- Made from high-grade, recyclable, non-porous PVC
- Designed for harsh environments
- Custom colours & thicknesses available
- Chemical-, acid- & oil-resistant
- Operational temperature range from -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
Dropsafe Cable Hooks
Designed to improve cable management, the Dropsafe Cable Hook provides a safe, simple, durable solution: it lifts and organises cables, wires and hoses.
Available in different sizes, it is ideal for use during maintenance, turnarounds, outages, and shutdowns, as well as for day-to-day operations to keep floors clear and organised.
Whether it’s deployed as a temporary or permanent solution, it ensures a safer, hazard-free workspace.
Benefits
- Helps prevent trip hazards by raising cables and hoses off walkways in high-traffic areas
- Improves compliance through better cable management & alignment with workplace safety regulations
- Withstands harsh environments
- Durable & weather-resistant design – suitable for indoor and outdoor use
- Prevents accidental dislodgement when fitted with the optional drops prevention band
Features
- Designed for harsh environments
- Operational temperature range from -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)
- Designed and tested to over 2X times Safe Working Load
- Electrical and thermal non-conductive
- Made of high-grade polycarbonate
- High level of fire resistance
- Optional drops prevention band for extra security
Dropsafe Pouches
Dropsafe Pouches are designed to secure hand-held items used at-height (ie two-way radios, portable gas detectors, aerosol spray cans and multimeters).
They fully enclose the item being secured and tethers it to the user, preventing it from being dropped or beoming falling objects hazard.
Benefits
- Instant safety solution
- Fully encloses and tethers item being secured
- Heavy duty belt clip allows versatile use of item
- Plastic-coated components to prevent item being scratched
- Versatility – can fit a variety of hand held items
Features
- Designed and tested to over 2.5 times Safe Working Load (SWL)
- TPU-coated wires
- SUS/AISI 316 stainless steel wire and components
- Includes removable heavy duty belt clip
- Fully recyclable
- Available in a range of sizes (custom designs also available)
Dropsafe Barricades
The Dropsafe Barricade is a customisable chain barricade system that enhances the health and safety of workers in high-risk environments, including oil & gas, mining, renewables, industrial, power generation and marine.
How does the Dropsafe Barricade work?
Designed to be modular, the flexible polymer chain system allows the interconnected chain links to be easily detached and reattached by hand to suit the distance of the cordoned area with no excess chain or wastage. It incorporates a non-trip base with a screw in post, polymer chain, attachable warning signs as well as a waterproof reflective pouch for displaying workplace safety documentation.
Benefits
- Fast & easy installation – no tools required
- Modular design provides flexibility
- Adheres to good safety practices
Features
- Suitable for harsh environments
- Durable weatherproof & reflective document pouch
- Attachable DANGER & CAUTION signs
- Customisable chain length
Dropped Object Prevention FAQs
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What size do the Dropsafe Barriers come in?
The large handrail panels are 1675mm x 800mm and the small panels are 1100mm x 800mm.
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Can the Dropsafe Barrier be used for permanent and temporary installations?
Yes. The Dropsafe Barrier system is designed for both permanent and temporary installations. The strength and durability of the Dropsafe Barrier makes it perfect for long-term use, while the patented attaching system’s easy removal and reinstallation makes it ideal for temporary installations, such as during maintenance periods.
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What tools do you need to install the Dropsafe Barrier?
The Dropsafe Barrier system has been designed for ease of installation with minimal tools. At most, an installation requires a flat-head screwdriver, push saw, file and side cutters.
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Is the Dropsafe Net one size?
No. We have more than 50 Dropsafe Nets, designed to suit different fixtures and mounting configurations. Each Dropsafe Net is designed and tested to a Safe Working Load (SWL) and to fit a specific fixture shape, size, and mounting configuration.
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Do you provide test certificates for each Dropsafe product?
Yes. Each Dropsafe product comes with a test certificate, referencing the assembled product and component tests.
Want to learn more about dropped object prevention?
For more information about these dropped object prevention products or any of our industrial safety solutions, call 1300 TEKSAL or email sales@teksal.com.au.
