RIINHB308D — Conduct wireline core drilling

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89 assessable components: 8 elements (47 performance criteria), 22 performance evidence and 20 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Plan and prepare for wireline core drilling

1.1Access, interpret and apply conduct wireline 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 and 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 safely
2.7Add/break out and remove drill rods/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

3 Operate drill fluid system

3.1Identify hole conditions requiring the use of drilling fluids and chemicals
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 Operate wireline

4.1Use overshot retrieval and dry release system
4.2Assemble and maintain wireline overshot
4.3Use pump in and dry hole lowering devices

5 Use hole survey and core orientation equipment

5.1Use survey tool, as required
5.2Assemble and maintain survey and core orientation devices
5.3Read and record survey data
5.4Operate core orientation devices as required

6 Take core samples

6.1Implement control measures for minimising core loss
6.2Identify core blockages affecting sample quality

7 Respond to problems

7.1Identify possible problems in equipment or process
7.2Determine problems needing action
7.3Determine possible fault causes
7.4Rectify problem using appropriate solution within area of responsibility
7.5Follow through items initiated until final resolution has occurred
7.6Report problems outside area of responsibility to designated person

8 Complete equipment maintenance and housekeeping

8.1Carry out shutdown and secure equipment
8.2Strip impregnated bits according to manufacturer/company procedures
8.3Dismantle and service backend assembly
8.4Dismantle core barrels, service and replace worn/damaged components
8.5Dismantle wireline retrieval components service and replace worn/damaged components if required
8.6Maintain drill string
8.7Maintain bit management, record required information and store bits correctly
8.8Ensure housekeeping activities are completed
8.9Process records

Performance evidence

locates and applies relevant documentation, policies and procedures
implements the requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of wireline core drilling including:
conducting routine checks and basic maintenance
mixing and applying collar sealants
using collar casing equipment attachment techniques
conducting basic drilling fluid tests, viscosity and specific gravity
core handling and tray placement
works effectively with others to undertake and complete wireline core drilling tasks that meet all of the required outcomes including:
complying with written and verbal reporting requirements and procedures
communicating clearly and concisely with others to receive and clarify work instructions
communicating clearly and concisely with others to resolve coordination requirements prior to commencing and during work activities
demonstrates completion of wireline core drilling that safely, effectively and efficiently meets all of the required outcomes on more than one (1) occasion including:
identifying and using different drill rod or casing types, thread forms and thread make up parameters
selecting appropriate drill bits and reamer shells
adjusting inner tube length to ensure appropriate fluid flow around the core
applying appropriate rotation speed, weight on the bit, drilling fluid flow rate and penetration rate applicable to the ground conditions
measuring drill string components and calculating depth of hole
installing casing and seal at the collar
identifying hole conditions requiring the use of drilling fluid additives
monitoring fluid and cuttings specific gravity and up hole velocity to ensure efficient hole clearing
selecting the appropriate fluid pumping rate for the hole size
assembling, maintaining and using survey and core orientation devices

Knowledge evidence

accessing, interpreting and applying the organisation and site requirements and procedures for:
work, health and safety
environmental issues
operating drill rig
housekeeping
understanding the configuration requirements of various thread forms and make-up torque requirements
understanding the function of hole collaring, use of casing and collar sealing techniques
complying with methods required to produce uncontaminated samples
understanding the impregnated bit stripping procedures
understanding the bit selection for different types of drilling and different ground conditions
understanding the measurement of bits and other related components
understanding the critical dimensions of a core barrel if the barrel has to be drilled through to reduce hole size
understanding the relationships between penetration rate and bit life
understanding the role that core blockages play in affecting sample quality
understanding the functions of drilling fluids and control procedures
understanding the relationship between hole diameter, rod diameter, pump output and the specific gravity of formation cutting
understanding the types of mud and water delivery pumps and their applications
understanding the hazards associated with wireline operations and control measures required
understanding the purpose of drill hole surveys and the functions of azimuth and dip readings and where it is applied
understanding the core orientation and where it is applicable being prepared for fire/accident/emergency

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