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Assist and monitor well control operations

Assist and monitor well control operations

Unit of competency
National Code
RIIOGD206E
State Code
OCC67
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
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/03/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist with well control in coal mining and drilling. It prepares individuals to monitor and assist operational and basic maintenance activities.It applies to those working in assistant roles. They generally work under supervision to undertake a prescribed range of functions involving known routines and procedures.No licensing, legislation or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and prepare to assist with well control
  • 1.1 Obtain, read and confirm work requirements
  • 1.2 Access, interpret and apply well control documentation 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 activity
  • 1.5 Communicate with other personnel on site as required and confirm briefings and handover details are communicated and received
2. Assist with well control activities
  • 2.1 Monitor flows and returns for required volumes and rates, and report inconsistencies to driller
  • 2.2 Assist in operating well control pumps according to job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.3 Read and interpret measuring devices to monitor required operation of well control process and equipment
  • 2.4 Communicate operational information to other crew members during well control operations
  • 2.5 Assist in installing and maintaining equipment according to job requirements and workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Participate in emergency drills and exercises
3. Monitor and report safety issues
  • 3.1 Identify, address and report hazards associated with well control under varying working conditions
  • 3.2 Recognise kick indicators and advise driller during well control operations
  • 3.3 Identify and report ignition sources as required
  • 3.4 Identify and report sources and presence of flammable gases and emissions as required
  • 3.5 Identify and report running well control equipment malfunctions as required
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH512 RIIOGD206D Assist with coal seam gas control Unit of competency