ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for rig lease operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task

1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards

1.4. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities

1.5. Place and tier tubulars in appropriate racks

1.6. Measure, label and record tubulars as required

1.7. Operate front end loader in accordance with manufacturer's specifications

2. Operate pneumatic and electric power tools

2.1. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment

2.2. Use tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions

3. Assist drill crew in running and recovery of BOP stack

3.1. Assist operator of air tugger winches as directed

3.2. Assist in positioning BOP

3.3. Assist crew by supplying tools to the drill floor as required

4. Provide labour for loading and unloading transport

4.1. Use approved safety approach

4.2. Use correct lifting techniques and use forklift in a safe manner

5. Provide labour for making up drilling mud

5.1. Comprehend materials safety data sheet

5.2. Use protective clothing and equipment in accordance with data sheet recommendations

5.3. Lift sack material correctly

5.4. Use safety equipment correctly in event of personal contact with hazardous materials

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 carry out rig lease operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for carrying out rig lease operations

report regularly to and work as directed by the driller/derrickman timely and efficiently

select and fit correct stinger/slings appropriate for loads

transfer equipment by forklift

place, measure, label and record details of tubulars

operate power and pneumatic tools, wearing appropriate protective clothing

assist in running/recovery of BOP stack

operate air tugger winch

assist in supply of transport equipment to drill floor and loading/unloading

assist derrickman in making up drilling mud

read:

work schedules

manufacturer's instructions

materials safety data sheet

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 carry out rig lease operations:

occupational health and safety obligations

company and statutory guidelines, procedures and practices

drill floor operations

safe operational practices

numerical tasks involving measurement, e.g. tapes, rulers, calibration devices

normal drilling operations

non-routine drilling operations

man management/rig management

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 carrying out rig lease operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of rig lease operations

working with others to undertake and complete rig lease operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of rig lease operations 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 rig lease operations

Guidance information for assessment

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

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 including:

Occupational Health and Safety Acts and regulations

petroleum regulations

environmental regulations

safe working procedures

use of protective clothing

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:

location of potential hazards

pre-tour safety meeting

task specific - Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

environmental requirements

communication through a range of channels including:

2-way radio

hand signals

verbal

written

Hazards may include:

working in proximity to drilling rig

working in a variety of conditions including:

wet/dry

hot/cold

storms - dust storms, lightning

day/night

Coordination requirements may include:

other equipment operators

maintenance personnel

supervisors

site personnel