Assist mud rotary drilling

Formats and tools

Unit Description
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Assessment Tool
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Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver RIINHB211A, 'Assist mud rotary drilling'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Assist mud rotary drilling' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for assisting with mud rotary drilling

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. Load, unload, move, handle, use and store rotary drilling equipment and all associated tools, sampling devices and connecting equipment

1.6. Set up and stabilise pipe racks

1.7. Wear all necessary personal protective equipment and protective clothing when assisting with rotary mud drilling

2. Support the rotary mud drilling process

2.1. Fit and remove bits, reamers and stabilizers to and from the drill string

2.2. Prepare drill string in readiness for tripping and drilling

2.3. Add and remove drill pipe and collars from the drill string

2.4. Inspect drill pipe, collars, bits, threads and associated equipment for damage

2.5. Observe housekeeping and site safety measures while supporting rotary mud drilling operations

2.6. Use pipe and casing handling equipment according to required procedures

3. Handle samples

3.1. Take necessary safety precautions when handling potentially hazardous samples

3.2. Obtain and/or lay out disturbed samples in accordance with workplace, drilling sector or site procedures

3.3. Bag, properly label and store samples for transport according to requirements

3.4. Clean and service sampling tools

3.5. Store undisturbed samples for transport in accordance with standard procedures

4. Mix drilling fluids

4.1. Wear appropriate protective clothing

4.2. Check labels and read and interpret safety information, hazard codes and materials safety data sheets (MSDS)

4.3. Apply correct mixing procedure for the drilling fluid

4.4. Carry out storage of drilling mud components and additives safely and according recommendations

4.5. Perform basic tests on the fluid and record and report the results

5. Carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment

5.1. Perform inspections and routine checks on ancillary equipment such as mud pumps, water delivery pumps and mud hoppers

5.2. Perform inspections and basic maintenance pipe handling equipment

5.3. Observe occupational health and safety procedures in carrying out equipment maintenance


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIINHB211A appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII31809 - Certificate III in Drilling Operations
  • RII20909 - Certificate II in Drilling Operations