RIINHB310D — Conduct surface directional drilling

1 Plan and prepare for surface directional drilling

• 1.1Access, interpret and apply conduct surface directional drilling, documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
• 1.2Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
• 1.3Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
• 1.5Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
• 1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2 Bore pilot hole

• 2.1Carry out pre-start and start up procedures
• 2.2Identify, select and apply rig operational controls
• 2.3Select appropriate cutting tool and drilling rig and components
• 2.4Fit locating device to drill head and attach drill head to drill stem
• 2.5Align drilling head with survey tool and survey control system
• 2.6Drill pilot hole according to design alignment
• 2.7Monitor drill path ensuring pilot hole meets conformance envelope and dogleg severity is within limits
• 2.8Add drill stem sections as required
• 2.9Steer drill head to achieve required pitch and direction
• 2.10Monitor and interpret all gauge and dial readings
• 2.11Monitor and interpret drill fluid return and drill spoil
• 2.12Monitor and interpret drill head position and pitch
• 2.13Continually monitor hazards and risks , and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
• 2.14Maintain drill log and reports as required

3 Respond to problems

• 3.1Identify possible problems in equipment or process
• 3.2Determine problems needing action
• 3.3Determine possible fault causes
• 3.4Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
• 3.5Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
• 3.6Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

4 Complete equipment maintenance and housekeeping

• 4.1Carry out shutdown and secure equipment
• 4.2Monitor wear on drill stem, particularly threads
• 4.3Dress damaged threads or replace drill stem as required
• 4.4Check all equipment and hoses
• 4.5Monitor wear on drill heads and reamers and take required action
• 4.6Clean all equipment on completion of bore, ensuring environmental controls are followed
• 4.7Rotate drill stems in stack
• 4.8Ensure drill fluid is contained or disposed of appropriately
• 4.9Ensure housekeeping activities are completed
• 4.10Process records

What does an assessment tool for RIINHB310D need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for RIINHB310D needs to address all 49 unit components: 4 elements with 36 performance criteria, 4 performance evidence requirements, 9 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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