Rig up, conduct pre-spud operations and rig down

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
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
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 RIIOGD401D, 'Rig up, conduct pre-spud operations and rig down'.
Google Links
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Books
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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Plan and prepare rig up, conduct pre-spud operations and rig down

1.1 Access, interpret and apply rig up, conduct pre-spud operations and rig down 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 commencing, during, and on completion of work activities

1.6 Carry out pre rig-up procedure inspections (by rig manager, operator and crew)

1.7 Coordinate movement of load and sequence of installation and location

1.8 Check equipment for damage and/or loss by moving contractor and report and BI

2. Rig up to spud

2.1 Receive and action rig manager authorisation to commence rig-up to spud operations

2.2 Receive detailed verbal and written instructions on use and type of mud from the operator and distribute

2.3 Identify potential rig-up problems and take corrective action

2.4 Keep rig manager informed of operations

3. Prepare for drilling of surface hole/subsea hole

3.1 Check drilling and hoist equipment, report damage to rig manager and record

3.2 Conduct equipment checks for nippling-up or cross-checked with relevant procedures

3.3 Check handling equipment for correct sizing and if fit for purpose

3.4 Confirm availability of and inspect, clean, calibrate and record tubulars

3.5 Check well control equipment

3.6 Identify special tool requirements and check if fit for purpose and approved for use

4. Prepare for pre-spud operations

4.1 Lock pipe racks with drill pipe and position drill collars

4.2 Inspect casing running tools for safety and fitness-for-purpose and rectify and/or report faults and malfunctions

4.3 Record casing tallies and report

5. Conduct operations as per drilling program

5.1 Determine optimum circulating and penetration rates and check deviations are in accordance with operators drilling program

5.2 Continually check mud cleaning equipment and screens for integrity and correct operation

5.3 Check drilling fluid quantities with sufficient being in reserve to kill well and keep hole on full trip

5.4 Record correct mud properties on tour report

5.5 Operate all equipment in accordance with manufacturer regulations and company procedures

5.6 Maintain a sound working relationship with third party contractors


Qualifications and Skillsets

RIIOGD401D appears in the following qualifications:

  • RII41013 - Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
  • RII41113 - Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (On shore)
  • RII41015 - Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (Off shore)
  • RII41115 - Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (On shore)