RIIOGD301A - Conduct and maintain derrick operations
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RIIOGD301A Conduct and maintain derrick operations
Assessment tool
Version 1.0 Issue Date: May 2024
This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:
Drilling
This unit covers the conduct and maintenance of derrick operations in the drilling industry. It includes planning and preparing for derrick operations, handling tubulars and equipment, inspecting and performing routine maintenance of derrick and connected equipment, preparing for and drilling surface holes, participating in head-up and pressure tests, drilling main holes, preparing to commence drilling operations, assisting in running and cementing casings, assisting driller on drill floor, and shutting down rig and rig out. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
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Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Co-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting and maintaining derrick operations
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of derrick operations and maintenance
working with others to undertake and complete the conduct and maintenance of derrick operations that meets all of the required outcomes
consistent timely completion of derrick operations and maintenance that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the conduct and maintenance of derrick operations
Guidance information for assessment
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Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Required skills
Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to conduct and maintain derrick operations:
apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for conducting and maintaining derrick operations
interpret and apply occupational health and safety requirements and procedures
accept constructive criticism
apply numeracy skills to calculate:
fractions, decimals, percentages
volume
quantities
weight
length
density/specific gravity
temperature
ph
basic geometry, e.g. interpreting depth, direction and azimuth and dip of hole
developed 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 understandable reports
communicate tactfully with mud engineer and operator's representative and inform driller of problems if they arise
Required knowledge
Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct and maintain derrick operations:
recognise and report equipment malfunction or failure
supervise and train subordinates to provided standards
work as directed by driller timely and efficiently
conduct routine maintenance of derrick
prepare for drilling operations
prepare for the tripping of tubulars
assist in running and cementing of casing
assist driller in handling and nipple up of bop stack
act as assistant to driller on drill floor
keep circulation system clean and operating well
look after equipment and dispose of waste properly
follow instructions conscientiously
be aware of position of crew members on floor during handling of drillstem
safe operating procedures when operating equipment
conversion between metric and imperial
rig maintenance
normal drilling operations
non-routine drilling operations
man management/rig management
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures
safe working practices
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Petroleum Submerged Lands Act (PSLA)
petroleum regulations
Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:
nature and scope of tasks
specifications
quality of finished works
achieved targets
operational conditions
obtaining of required permits
site layout
out of bounds areas
worksite inspection requirements
lighting conditions
plant of equipment defects
coordination requirements or issues
contamination control requirements
environmental control requirements
barricade and signage requirements
job instructions
technical information
mud engineer's program
manufacturer's instructions
Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
training materials
consideration of substances
continuous communication
reacting to on-site emergencies
Difficulties may include:
working in proximity to drilling rig
weather conditions including:
day/night
storms and lightning
hot/cold
wet/dry
Coordination requirements may include:
pre-tour safety meetings
work inspection
task specific - job safety analysis (JSA)
tour reports updated
permit prepared where applicable
safety equipment (e.g. harness, lanyards) inspected and used as appropriate
safety briefing/induction
weekly safety meetings
agreed procedures may include:
company
facility
client
toolbox
permit to work
Utilities may include:
air
fuel
power
cranage
lighting
Remedial action may include:
reporting
recording
replacing
repairing
adjusting
Tubulars may include
drill pipe
drill collars
casing
tubing
Equipment may include:
winches
ropes
racking board
safety belt
consumables
derrick climber/fall arrester, geronimo line and rider
backing system - manual/automated
casing stabbing system - board/basket
safety appliances and personal protective equipment
derrick escape system
Inspect may include:
safety lines
ropes
air hoists
monkey board
sheaves
crown block
derrick bolts
pins and welds
all other lines and equipment in or attached to the derrick
Lubricate may include:
air hoists, sheaves
crown block
fast line guide
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
Yes
No
Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
Clarify difficulties in carrying out the instructions with the relevant personnel
Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are read/passed on
Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work
Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities in accordance with operational requirements
Confirm availability of required quantities and type of consumables against operational requirements
Identify errors, omissions and shortages and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility
Inform driller of current operating conditions
Position tubulars and equipment according to operational requirements
Assist in making and breaking connections where appropriate
Identify faults and defects accurately and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility
Handle equipment using safe lifting and handling techniques
Inspect safety lines, ropes, air hoists, monkey board, sheaves, crown block, derrick bolts, pins and welds, and all other lines and equipment in or attached to the derrick
Lubricate air hoists, sheaves, crown block fast line guide
Replace defective parts and effect minor repairs
Perform jobs or tasks such as hanging back of travelling block, replacement of sheaves, as required
Complete pre-raise and pre-circulation checks in accordance with statutory and company procedures
Establish circulation
Perform pre-spud safety checks
Check all connections and valves to floor are in proper position
Maintain drilling fluid volume and properties
Inform driller of current operating conditions
Maintain inventory of circulation system/parts
Check and record mud additives
Check availability of derrick casing equipment
Follow all operators' instructions
preparations for necessary equipment changes
Prepare drilling fluid
Assist in nippling-up
Assist driller in BOP testing
Consult driller and mud engineer's program, if available, and follow instructions
Maintain housekeeping and safe practices during drilling
Assist in completion or abandonment of well as required
Convert between metric and imperial
Record reading of depth, direction and azimuth accurately and legibly
Align equipment on active systems for drilling
Turn on and check all appropriate machinery
Watch for returns if riser installed
Measure and log pit levels regularly
Follow instructions when running casing
Align valves and fluid system for casing fill-up line
Rig up, function test, lubricate and operate casing stabbing board
Attach and secure safety lines to all circulating lines
Circulate fluid in accordance with instructions
Mix chemicals for cementers and align pumps to cementing unit
Weigh cement as it is being mixed
Align fluid system for displacement of cement
Monitor returns and pits to assess circulation and returns
Assist in handling and nippling-up of BOP stack
Carry out role of assistant to driller when on drill floor in accordance with site instructions
Wash and drain circulation system
Repair equipment in accordance with company and manufacturer's instructions
Store equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures
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