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Manage oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance

Manage oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance

Unit of competency
National Code
RIISAM314D
State Code
WH679
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
07/12/2014
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/05/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
30/05/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to manage oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance in Drilling (Oil/Gas).This unit is appropriate for those working in operational roles.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply service and maintenance 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 for the work activity
  • 1.5 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures and be ready for fire/accident/emergency
  • 1.6 Resolve coordination requirements with others prior to commencing and during work activities
2. Check new and used equipment
  • 2.1 Test materials and equipment regularly
  • 2.2 Monitor availability of new and used equipment
  • 2.3 Evaluate costs/benefits of replacing equipment, and recommend/implement the purchase/lease of replacement equipment
  • 2.4 Check stock levels and order spare parts and consumables
  • 2.5 Maintain communication between operators, company and suppliers
  • 2.6 Check manufacturer’s manuals/company procedures for currency and relevancy
3. Organise maintenance and overhauls
  • 3.1 Determine type and frequency of maintenance tasks
  • 3.2 Organise equipment maintenance and service to ensure availability is maintained and downtime minimised
  • 3.3 Monitor performance of maintenance schedules and take corrective action if necessary
  • 3.4 Arrange sources for obtaining back up or replacement equipment
  • 3.5 Allocate personnel to carry out maintenance tasks
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB472 RIISAM314A Manage oil and gas drilling equipment maintenance Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCD02 RIISAM404 Monitor oil and gas equipment maintenance Unit of competency