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Assist mud rotary drilling

Assist mud rotary drilling

Unit of competency
National Code
RIINHB211D
State Code
WH464
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
29/05/2014
Field of Education
030303 - Mining Engineering
Original Release Date
29/05/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes a participant’s skills and knowledge required to assist mud rotary drilling in the Resources and Infrastructure Industry. This unit is appropriate for those working in drillers assistant roles. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare for assisting with mud rotary drilling
  • 1.1 Access, interpret and apply assist mud rotary drilling documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
  • 1.2 Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
  • 1.3 Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
  • 1.4 Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work activity
  • 1.5 Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
  • 1.6 Load, unload and move tools and equipment
  • 1.7 Set up and stabilise pipe racks
  • 1.8 Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
2. Support the rotary mud drilling process
  • 2.1 Fit and remove bits, reamers and stabilizers to and from the drill string
  • 2.2 Prepare drill string in readiness for tripping and drilling
  • 2.3 Add and remove drill pipe and collars from the drill string
  • 2.4 Inspect drill pipe, collars, bits, threads and associated equipment for damage
  • 2.5 Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
  • 2.6 Use pipe and casing handling equipment
3. Handle samples
  • 3.1 Apply safety precautions when handling potentially hazardous samples
  • 3.2 Obtain and/or lay out disturbed samples
  • 3.3 Bag, properly label and store samples for transport
  • 3.4 Clean and service sampling tools
  • 3.5 Store undisturbed samples for transport
4. Mix drilling fluids
  • 4.1 Check labels and read and interpret safety information, hazard codes and safety data sheets (SDS)
  • 4.2 Mix drilling fluids
  • 4.3 Carry out storage of drilling mud components and additives
  • 4.4 Perform basic tests on the fluid and record and report the results
5. Carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment
  • 5.1 Perform inspections and routine checks on ancillary equipment
  • 5.2 Perform inspections and basic maintenance on pipe handling equipment
  • 5.3 Complete housekeeping activities
  • 5.4 Process records
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WB169 RIINHB211A Assist mud rotary drilling Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBW38 RIINHB211E Assist mud rotary drilling Unit of competency