RIIOGD301E — Conduct and maintain derrick operations

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76 assessable components: 10 elements (51 performance criteria), 6 performance evidence and 19 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan and prepare for derrick operations

1.1Access, interpret and apply derrick operations 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 the personal protective equipment appropriate for the work activity
1.5Clarify difficulties in carrying out the instructions with the relevant personnel
1.6Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing, during and on completion of the work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are read/passed on
1.7Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work
1.8Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities
1.9Confirm availability of required quantities and type of consumables against operational requirements
1.10Identify errors, omissions and shortages and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility
1.11Inform driller of current operating conditions

2 Handle tubulars and equipment

2.1Position tubulars and equipment according to operational requirements
2.2Assist in making and breaking connections where appropriate
2.3Identify faults and defects accurately and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility
2.4Handle equipment using safe lifting and handling techniques

3 Conduct regular checks and maintenance

3.1Inspect and perform routine maintenance of derrick and connected equipment
3.2Lubricate moving equipment relevant to rig specifications
3.3Complete pre-raise and pre-circulation checks in accordance with statutory and company procedures

4 Prepare for and drill surface hole

4.1Establish circulation
4.2Perform pre-spud safety checks
4.3Check all connections and valves to floor are in proper position
4.4Maintain drilling fluid volume and properties
4.5Inform driller of current operating conditions
4.6Maintain written inventory of circulation system/parts
4.7Check and record in writing fluid additives
4.8Check availability of casing equipment
4.9Follow all operators’ instructions

5 Participate in head-up and pressure test

5.1Preparations for necessary equipment changes
5.2Prepare drilling fluid
5.3Assist in nippling-up
5.4Assist driller in BOP testing

6 Drill main hole

6.1Consult driller and fluid engineer’s program, and follow instructions
6.2Maintain housekeeping and safe practices during drilling
6.3Assist in completion or abandonment of well as required
6.4Convert between metric and imperial measurements

7 Prepare to commence drilling operations

7.1Align equipment on active systems for drilling
7.2Turn on and check all appropriate machinery
7.3Watch for returns if riser installed
7.4Measure and log in writing pit levels regularly

8 Assist in running and cementing of casing

8.1Follow instructions when running casing
8.2Align valves and fluid system for casing fill- up line
8.3Rig up, function test, lubricate and operate casing stabbing board if applicable to equipment
8.4Attach and secure safety lines to all circulating lines
8.5Circulate fluid in accordance with instructions
8.6Align fluid system for displacement of cement
8.7Monitor returns and pits to assess circulation and returns

9 Assist Driller on drill floor

9.1Assist in handling and nippling-up of BOP stack
9.2Carry out role of assistant to driller when on drill floor

10 Shutdown rig and rig down

10.1Wash and drain circulation system
10.2Inspect equipment and report any faults
10.3Store equipment safely

Performance evidence

locates and applies relevant legislation, documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of derrick operations and maintenance including: complying with work instructions, using correct techniques for handling tubulars and equipment, performing conversion between imperial and metric measurements
demonstrates a range of written and verbal communications skills, including use of: 2-way radio, intercom, telephone, written instruction, oral instruction, hand signals, telephone, public address system, prepare and complete clear and legibly written reports
works effectively with others to undertake and complete the conduct and maintenance of derrick operations that meets all of the required outcomes including: coordinating activities with others, reading and passing on handover notes and details, communicating clearly and concisely to and with the driller, assisting the driller in Blowout Prevention (BOP) testing
communicate clearly and concisely with fluid engineer and operator’s representative and inform driller of problems if they arise
demonstrates completion of the conduction and maintenance of derrick operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including: handling tubular and equipment including making and breaking connections, inspecting all lines, equipment and attachments to the derrick, preparing fluids, checking fluid, aligning fluid, monitoring and recording fluid additives, correctly preparing for drilling, participating in pressure testing, assisting in running and cementing casings, assisting with rig shutdown and rig down

Knowledge evidence

company and statutory safety guidelines, procedures and practices
safe operating procedures when operating equipment
equipment malfunction or failure and appropriate procedures
supervision and training of subordinates to provided standards
work directed by driller in timely and efficient manner
routine maintenance of derrick
preparation for drilling operations
preparation for the tripping of tubulars
process for assisting in running and cementing of casing
key tasks in assisting driller in handling and nipple up of Blowout Prevention (BOP) stack
key tasks in acting as assistant to driller on drill floor
process for keeping circulation system clean and operating well
equipment maintenance and disposing of waste properly
awareness of position of crew members on floor during handling of drill stem
safe operating procedures when operating equipment
conversion between metric and imperial measurements
rig maintenance
normal drilling operations
non-routine drilling operations

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