IOCL - Shutdown Safety & Manpower Monitoring

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Enhancing Shutdown Safety & Manpower Monitoring Using Drones

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) is a leader in India’s energy sector, excelling in petrochemical and natural gas marketing. With significant investments in oil and gas exploration, IOCL operates globally, exporting petrochemical products to over 70 countries under the PROPEL brand. IOCL has committed over ₹25,000 crores toward developing state-of-the-art refineries and expanding its product portfolio.

The Challenge

Ensuring safety and regulatory compliance within a strict timeline.

Addressing manpower constraints and accessing hard-to-reach areas safely.

Overcoming communication gaps and delays caused by unstable internet connectivity.

The Drone Solution

Deployed advanced drones (DJI Mavic Air 2S) to monitor three plants efficiently.

Implemented real-time data collection and reporting through a web-based dashboard.

Enhanced operational safety with the presence of a dedicated safety officer.

Created a well-defined duty matrix to enhance accountability across teams.

Outcomes

Improved safety standards and compliance with government regulations.

Enhanced efficiency in monitoring shutdown operations and manpower utilization.

Delivered timely and accurate reports, satisfying client expectations.

Feedback

“

The drone-based monitoring system exceeded our expectations, providing unmatched efficiency and compliance. The precision and time savings achieved are truly commendable.

K.C. Sharma

Plant Operations Manager, DCL

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