RIINHB307D — Conduct conventional core drilling

1 Plan and prepare for conventional core drilling

• 1.1Access, interpret and apply conduct conventional core drilling, documentation and ensure the work activity is compliant
• 1.2Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
• 1.3Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities
• 1.5Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
• 1.6Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency

2 Operate core drill

• 2.1Carry out pre-start and start up procedures
• 2.2Identify, select and apply rig operational controls
• 2.3Identify and use different drill rod or casing types, thread forms and thread make up parameters
• 2.4Select appropriate drill bits and reamer shells
• 2.5Adjust inner tube length to ensure appropriate fluid flow around the core
• 2.6Use rod and casing handling equipment
• 2.7Add and break out and remove drill rods and pipes and down hole equipment
• 2.8Apply appropriate rotation speed, weight on the bit, drilling fluid flow rate and penetration rate applicable to the ground conditions
• 2.9Measure drill string components and calculate depth of hole
• 2.10Collar holes
• 2.11Install casing and seal at the collar

3 Operate drill fluid system

• 3.1Identify hole conditions requiring the use of drilling fluid additives
• 3.2Select, prepare, apply, test and monitor suitable fluids and additives
• 3.3Monitor fluid return and solids content and implement control measures
• 3.4Monitor fluid and cuttings specific gravity and up hole velocity to ensure efficient hole clearing
• 3.5Monitor causes of pressure in fluid systems
• 3.6Select the appropriate fluid pumping rate for the hole size

4 Use survey and core orientation equipment

• 4.1Assemble, maintain and use survey and core orientation devices
• 4.2Read and record survey data

5 Take core samples

• 5.1Implement control measures for minimising core loss
• 5.2Identify core blockages affecting sample quality

6 Respond to problems

• 6.1Identify possible problems in equipment or process
• 6.2Determine problems needing action
• 6.3Determine possible fault causes
• 6.4Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
• 6.5Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
• 6.6Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

7 Complete equipment maintenance and housekeeping

• 7.1Carry out shutdown and secure equipment
• 7.2Use the required personal protective equipment and follow safe working procedures
• 7.3Strip impregnated bits according to required procedures
• 7.4Dismantle and service head assembly
• 7.5Maintain drill string
• 7.6Maintain bit management, record required information and store bits correctly
• 7.7Ensure housekeeping activities are completed
• 7.8Process records

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