Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Well Servicing Operations
Certificate IV in Well Servicing Operations
RII41213
J647
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 07/12/2014 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of employees such as Derrickman working in a well servicing context. The Derrickman performs tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine. They are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others and contribute to the development of technical solutions to non-routine problems.
Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this qualification can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Successful completion of fourteen (14) units of competency made up of:- eight (8) core units, and
- six (6) elective units of which:
- at least four (4) must be chosen from group A
- up to two (2) may be chosen from group B
- up to one (2) units may be chosen from Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma level from this, or any other Training Package or accredited course
Units chosen must be relevant to the job function.
There are both licensed and non-licensed units of competency relating to high risk work in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package. To be appointed under any statutory requirements in related roles, units of competency should be demonstrated to meet the state/territory licensing requirements. State/territory licensing requirements need to be confirmed by the Registered Training Organisation delivering and/or assessing the competency.
Note that there are prerequisites to imported units listed in this qualification.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH646 | RIIRIS301D | Apply risk management processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH523 | RIIOGD405D | Carry out well control and blow out prevention | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH783 | RIIWSV404D | Conduct fishing operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH273 | RIIERR304D | Control emergencies and critical situations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D0797 | BSBLED401A | Develop teams and individuals | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH761 | RIIWHS405D | Maintain standard procedures and safe working practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH782 | RIIWSV403D | Participate in well servicing nippling-up and pressure test | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH780 | RIIWSV401D | Rig up and rig down for well servicing | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least four (4) units must be completed from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WH281 | RIIERR401D | Apply and monitor surface operations emergency preparedness and response systems | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WH518 | RIIOGD305D | Apply blow out prevention operational procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH781 | RIIWSV402D | Conduct well servicing milling operations | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WH522 | RIIOGD404D | Coordinate air drilling operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D3654 | MSAPMPER300C | Issue work permits | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WH005 | RIIBEF401D | Manage non-routine, complex technical situations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WH679 | RIISAM314D | Manage oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
Up to two (2) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WA870 | TAEDEL301A | Provide work skill instruction | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZE6 | RII41215 | Certificate IV in Well Servicing Operations | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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