Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for the grouting or cementing process
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to drilling industry grouting and cementing operations
- Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
- Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
- Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work during the grouting or cementing process
- Obtain and use appropriate personal protective equipment for grouting or cementing operations as listed in the work instructions or materials safety data sheets (MSDS)
- Ensure adequate material and equipment is available to complete the task successfully
- Select the appropriate grouting or cementing procedure to suite the application
- Perform measurement and calculations
- Conduct grouting or cementing of hole
- Manage mixing grout and any additives as per standard procedures
- Ensure that materials safety data sheets (MSDS) requirements for all materials used are followed
- Conduct grouting or cementing of hole using appropriate equipment and techniques
- Place grout or cement using appropriate techniques
- Monitor process to ensure consistency and accuracy of placed grout or cement
- Construct well head, hole identification and install hole security devices if required
- Dispose of any excess grout or cement according to site waste management procedures
- Respond to problems
- Identify possible operational problems in equipment or process
- Identify symptoms of problems needing remedial action
- Determine possible fault causes
- Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
- Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
- Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person
- Manage cleaning of all equipment at completion of grouting or cementing operations
- Ensure there is no spillage of grout, cement or additives to minimise any associated safety hazards
- Ensure cleaning equipment is used safely and effectively
- Give approved instructions and occupational health and safety requirements on the use of hazardous chemicals for cleaning
- Ensure that all cleaning equipment is kept in good working condition