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RIIOGD301A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Conduct and maintain derrick operations

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Issue Date: April 2024


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Unit of Competency RIIOGD301A - Conduct and maintain derrick operations
Description 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.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit is appropriate for those working in an operational role at worksites within:Drilling
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable. Not applicable.
Competency Field Refer to Unit Sector(s).
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Plan and prepare for derrick operations
  • 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
       
Element: Handle tubulars and equipment
  • 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
       
Element: Inspect and perform routine maintenance of derrick and connected equipment
  • 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
       
Element: Prepare for and drill surface hole
  • 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
       
Element: Participate in head-up and pressure test
  • preparations for necessary equipment changes
  • Prepare drilling fluid
  • Assist in nippling-up
  • Assist driller in BOP testing
       
Element: Drill main hole
  • 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
       
Element: Prepare to commence drilling operations
  • 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
       
Element: Assist in running and cementing of casing.
  • 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
       
Element: Assist Driller on drill floor
  • 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
       
Element: Shutdown rig and rig out
  • Wash and drain circulation system
  • Repair equipment in accordance with company and manufacturer's instructions
  • Store equipment safely and in accordance with company procedures
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

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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