Course Overview
Learning Objectives
The Driller
- Set up for drilling operations
- Communicate as appropriate with the Supervisor
- Recognize a drilling break and positive kick
- Perform the shut-in within the shortest possible time in accordance with a selected procedure
- Bring the pump up to kill speed whilst maintaining constant bottom hole pressure
The Supervisor
- Give all appropriate instructions to the Driller at the commencement of the exercise
- Check that all these Instructions have been implemented
- Collect all appropriate data and complete a ‘useable’ kill sheet
- Kill the well using the appropriate procedure (Wait & Weight or Driller’ Method)
- Operate the remote choke and make adjustments in accordance with the simulator time
- Delay to maintain constant bottom hole pressure
Practical Content
Delegates attending the IWCF Rotary Drilling Well Control are required to demonstrate practical knowledge of respective tasks during a well control exercise measured against a set of performance criteria, using an electronic simulator. During the exercise, delegates will be assessed on their ability to perform the above functions.
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