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Participate in nippling-up and pressure tests

Participate in nippling-up and pressure tests

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIOGD402E
State Code
OBW56
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
23/09/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/03/2021
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in nippling-up and pressure tests in drilling.This unit applies to those working in assistant roles. They generally perform tasks involving a broad range of varied activities most of which are complex and non-routine and are responsible for the quantity and quality of the output of others.Licensing, legislative and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Users must check requirements with relevant body before applying the unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for nippling-up and pressure testing
  • 1.1 Obtain, interpret and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply documentation for participating in nippling-up and pressure testing and confirm work activity is compliant
  • 1.3 Identify and minimise environmental issues and potential hazards, and assess and address risks within scope of own role and according to workplace procedures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
  • 1.5 Communicate with other personnel at site according to work requirements and confirm briefings and handover details are communicated and received
  • 1.6 Check and adjust casing bowl and position level
  • 1.7 Perform blow out prevention (BOP) test as per operator’s written instructions
  • 1.8 Carry out rig-up to drill-out operations
  • 1.9 Carry out pressure tests prior to drilling out and record results
2. Pressure testing during intermediate and/or main holes
  • 2.1 Confirm pressure test program and timing
  • 2.2 Check cup testers and plugs for sizing and integrity
  • 2.3 Monitor and maintain stack within deviation limit
3. Conduct housekeeping activities
  • 3.1 Clean, check, maintain and store plant, tools and equipment
  • 3.2 Report issues identified with plant, tools and equipment
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH520 RIIOGD402D Participate in nippling-up and pressure test Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFH8 RII41120 Certificate IV in Drilling Oil & Gas (Onshore) Qualification