Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

RIIOGF302D Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate drilling fluids and mud pits

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency RIIOGF302D - Operate drilling fluids and mud pits
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to operate drilling fluids and mud pits in Drilling.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

An assessor of this unit must satisfy the requirements of the NVR/AQTF or their successors; and Industry regulations for certification and licensing; and,

this unit must be assessed in the context of this sector’s work environment; and,

this unit must be assessed in compliance with relevant legislation/regulation and using policies, procedures, processes and operational manuals directly related to the industry sector for which it is being assessed; and,

assessment may be conducted in conjunction with the assessment of other Units of Competency; and,

assessment must confirm consistent performance can be applied in a range of relevant workplace circumstances; and,

assessors must demonstrate the performance evidence, and knowledge evidence as outlined in this Unit of Competency, and through the minimum years of current* work experience specified below in an Industry sector relevant to the outcomes of the unit; or,

where the assessor does not meet experience requirements a co-assessment or partnership arrangement must exist between the qualified assessor and an Industry subject matter expert. The Industry subject matter expert should hold the unit being assessed (or an equivalent unit) and/or demonstrate equivalence of skills and knowledge at the unit level. An Industry technical expert must also demonstrate skills and knowledge from the minimum years of current work experience specified below in the Industry sector, including time spent in roles related to the unit being assessed; and,

assessor and Industry subject matter expert requirements differ depending on the Australian Qualifications Framework Level (AQF) of the qualification being assessed and/or Industry Sector as follows:

Industry sector

AQF** Level

Required assessor or Industry subject matter expert experience

Drilling, Metalliferous Mining, Coal Mining, Extractive (Quarrying) and Civil Construction

1

1 Year

2

2 Years

Drilling, Coal Mining and Extractive (Quarrying)

3-6

3 Years

Metalliferous Mining and Civil Construction

3-6

5 Years

Other sectors

Where this Unit is being assessed outside of the Resources and Infrastructure Sectors assessor and/or Industry subject matter expert experience should be in-line with industry standards for the sector in which it is being assessed and where no Industry standard is specified should comply with any relevant regulation.

*Assessors can demonstrate current work experience through employment within Industry in a role relevant to the outcomes of the Unit; or, for external assessors this can be demonstrated through exposure to Industry by conducting frequent site assessments across various locations.

**Where a unit is being delivered outside of a Qualification the first numeric character in the Unit code should be considered to indicate the AQF level
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
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 operations
  • Access, interpret and apply Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities
  • Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated
  • Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work
  • Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities
       
Element: Operate mud pits
  • Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage
  • Confirm plugs are fit for operation
  • Seal or secure tanks
  • Set high and low alarms
  • Operate mud pit room ventilation system
  • Operate hoppers
  • Operate dust extraction system during mixing
  • Supervise forklifts operations
  • Store chemicals in appropriate storage area
       
Element: Operate, maintain and repair mud conditioning equipment
  • Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer
       
Element: Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and correct operation
  • . Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel
       
Element: Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all mud treatment units
       
Element: Monitor mud
  • Monitor and record mud properties and parameters
  • Set alarms to monitor mud
       
Element: Check viscosity and weight of mud conform to specifications as directed by mud engineer
  • Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company
  • Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties
  • Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately
       
Element: Plan and prepare for operations
  • Access, interpret and apply Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities
  • Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated
  • Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work
  • Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities
       
Element: Operate mud pits
  • Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage
  • Confirm plugs are fit for operation
  • Seal or secure tanks
  • Set high and low alarms
  • Operate mud pit room ventilation system
  • Operate hoppers
  • Operate dust extraction system during mixing
  • Supervise forklifts operations
  • Store chemicals in appropriate storage area
       
Element: Operate, maintain and repair mud conditioning equipment
  • Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer
  • Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and correct operation
  • Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel
  • Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all mud treatment units
       
Element: Monitor mud
  • Monitor and record mud properties and parameters
  • Set alarms to monitor mud
  • Check viscosity and weight of mud conform to specifications as directed by mud engineer
  • Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company
  • Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties
  • Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately
       


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.

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3. Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities

1.5. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated

1.6. Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work

1.7. Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities

2. Operate mud pits

2.1. Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage

2.2. Confirm plugs are fit for operation

2.3. Seal or secure tanks

2.4. Set high and low alarms

2.5. Operate mud pit room ventilation system

2.6. Operate hoppers

2.7. Operate dust extraction system during mixing

2.8. Supervise forklifts operations

2.9. Store chemicals in appropriate storage area

3. Operate, maintain and repair mud conditioning equipment

3.1. Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer

3.2.Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and correct operation

3.3. Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel

3.4.Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all mud treatment units

4. Monitor mud

4.1. Monitor and record mud properties and parameters

4.2. Set alarms to monitor mud

4.3.Check viscosity and weight of mud conform to specifications as directed by mud engineer

4.4. Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company

4.5. Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties

4.6. Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately

Evidence is required to be collected that demonstrates a candidate’s competency in this unit. Evidence must be relevant to the roles within this sector’s work operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria of this unit and include evidence that the candidate:

locates and applies applicable documentation, policies and procedures

implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of the operation of drilling fluids and mud pits including:

identifying, addressing and reporting potential hazards and risks

controlling identified hazards

carrying out emergency response

identifying, addressing and reporting environmental issues

preparing written records and reports

rectifying and/or reporting faults and malfunctions

works effectively with others to undertake the operation of drilling fluids and mud pits that meets all of the required outcomes including:

complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures

communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions

communicating clearly and concisely with others to resolve coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities

demonstrates completion of the operation of drilling fluids and mud pits that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:

recognising and reporting equipment malfunction or failure

aligning valves in pits for operability and safety

operating and servicing mud treatment equipment

performing periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on mud condition equipment

operating and servicing transfer valve

weighing mud and perform viscosity checks

maintaining volumes and types of drilling fluids as required

regularly monitoring pit levels, mud properties and cuttings size

performing numerical calculations including:

mud viscosity

mud weight

volume

uphole velocity

quantities

pressure

water loss

The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of the following in applying the operate drilling fluids and mud pits through:

accessing, interpreting and applying legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for:

use correct mixing procedures to ensure required properties in drilling fluid

use correct safety procedures and equipment for mixing and handling chemicals in accordance with manufacturer’s data sheet

safe operating procedures when operating equipment

understanding functions of the mud pits

using warning signs of kicks

applying troubleshooting techniques

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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.

1. Plan and prepare for operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant

1.2. Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements

1.3. Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures

1.4. Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities

1.5. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated

1.6. Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work

1.7. Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities

2. Operate mud pits

2.1. Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage

2.2. Confirm plugs are fit for operation

2.3. Seal or secure tanks

2.4. Set high and low alarms

2.5. Operate mud pit room ventilation system

2.6. Operate hoppers

2.7. Operate dust extraction system during mixing

2.8. Supervise forklifts operations

2.9. Store chemicals in appropriate storage area

3. Operate, maintain and repair mud conditioning equipment

3.1. Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer

3.2.Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and correct operation

3.3. Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel

3.4.Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all mud treatment units

4. Monitor mud

4.1. Monitor and record mud properties and parameters

4.2. Set alarms to monitor mud

4.3.Check viscosity and weight of mud conform to specifications as directed by mud engineer

4.4. Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company

4.5. Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties

4.6. Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately

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 Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities 
Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated 
Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work 
Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities 
Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage 
Confirm plugs are fit for operation 
Seal or secure tanks 
Set high and low alarms 
Operate mud pit room ventilation system 
Operate hoppers 
Operate dust extraction system during mixing 
Supervise forklifts operations 
Store chemicals in appropriate storage area 
Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer 
. Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel 
 
Monitor and record mud properties and parameters 
Set alarms to monitor mud 
Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company 
Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties 
Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately 
Access, interpret and apply Operate drilling fluids and mud pits documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant 
Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements 
Identify, address and report potential hazards, risks and environmental issues and implement control measures 
Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate to the work activities 
Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to, during and on completion of work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are communicated 
Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work 
Confirm availability of necessary third party utilities 
Align valves in pits to ensure correct pit usage 
Confirm plugs are fit for operation 
Seal or secure tanks 
Set high and low alarms 
Operate mud pit room ventilation system 
Operate hoppers 
Operate dust extraction system during mixing 
Supervise forklifts operations 
Store chemicals in appropriate storage area 
Engage and/or adjust appropriate equipment as directed by supervisors or mud engineer 
Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and correct operation 
Identify faults or potential faults, record and report to relevant personnel 
Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all mud treatment units 
Monitor and record mud properties and parameters 
Set alarms to monitor mud 
Check viscosity and weight of mud conform to specifications as directed by mud engineer 
Maintain appropriate volumes and types of drilling fluids as required by well program or company 
Use appropriate mixing procedures to obtain desired properties 
Recognise warning signs of a kick, record and report immediately 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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