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Prepare well servicing fishing operations

Prepare well servicing fishing operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIWSV304D
State Code
WH779
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to prepare well servicing fishing operations in Drilling.This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that may apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and prepare for well servicing fishing operation
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the control of oils and gas emergencies and critical situations and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, 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
2 Prepare pumping and fluid systems
  • 2.1 Set required pressure in relief valve to parameters
  • 2.2 Prepare fluid to required volume
  • 2.3 Prepare fluid to required properties
  • 2.4 Record accurate current volumes
  • 2.5 Ensure correct flow path (flow back to tank, flow to shaker, flow to pit, flow to flare line)
3 Monitor and maintain pressures
  • 3.1 Conduct visual gauge inspections
  • 3.2 Record well pressure
  • 3.3 Document and record gauge reading where instructed by RM/Driller
  • 3.4 Clarify required actions for overpressure or under pressure
4 Monitor and maintain flow paths
  • 4.1 Clarify required actions for overpressure or under pressure
  • 4.2 Recognise factors that may contribute to overpressure or under pressure
  • 4.3 React accordingly to identified overpressure or under pressure
  • 4.4 Notify driller of abnormal operating condition
5 Monitor and maintain well control
  • 5.1 Review pressures to ensure accurate
  • 5.2 Observe fluid levels (increase/loss)
  • 5.3 Realign flow lines to top up hole
  • 5.4 Maintain fluid level in the hole
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBW08 RIIWSV304E Prepare well servicing fishing operations Unit of competency
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