Drop zones are defined areas below work structures where falling objects could injure people. They must be clearly marked with barriers or ropes and signs to warn unauthorized people away. Only authorized personnel with full PPE can enter drop zones, and movement is limited. Neighbors must be notified if their property could be in a drop zone area during lifting or lowering of loads. Proper signage identifying drop zones must be displayed at all work area entrances.

1. DROP ZONE
ASP Awareness
Speaker name MMEA NEW BU ASPM 2023-10-
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2. Definition
A “Drop Zone” is a defined area at the base of a
structure identified as where items could fall
and potentially cause injury or damage. This
area should be clearly marked using suitable
temporary barriers, cones or rope and
accompanied by adequate signage to protect those
on the ground.
These are areas where the potential exists for
people on the ground to be struck by and sustain
injuries from falling objects, including
equipment dropped accidentally.

3. Drop Zone Requirement
• Only persons who are directly involved with the
work activity and who are aware of the danger, are
authorized to enter the Drop Zone with full PPE
and always wearing a safety helmet
• Movement within the Drop Zone is limited for the
authorized Personnel and no person is allowed
under the direct area of work or under load being
lifted or lowered
• Where neighboring property is within the area that
would normally be a Drop Zone, there must be
liaison with the neighbors prior to any lifting
and lowering and climbing.
• Suitable barriers and signs should be placed at
all the entrances to the Drop Zone as required by

4. Drop Zone
Identification
Drop Zone signage to be displayed at all entrances to work area

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Setup view of Drop Zone

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