RIIWSV303E — Operate fluid systems

1 Plan and prepare for fluid operations

• 1.1Obtain, read, confirm and apply work instructions
• 1.2Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation and confirm work activity is complaint
• 1.3Identify and minimise environmental issues and potential hazards, and assess and address risks within scope of own role and according to workplace procedures
• 1.4Select and wear personal protective equipment required for work activities
• 1.5Confirm personnel coordination requirements at the site are met prior to commencement of work activities
• 1.6Confirm permits required and prepare written permits to work

2 Maintain and repair fluid pumps

• 2.1Check pony rod clamp is fitted as required
• 2.2Lubricate gear end of pump and check oil levels in gear end of pump
• 2.3Identify faults and report or rectify immediately as required and within scope of own role
• 2.4Identify, record and/or report requirement for repair or maintenance of mud pumps
• 2.5Maintain and replace defective swabs, liner, valves, seats, gauges and wear plates of the fluid end of pump

3 Operate and monitor fluid pumps

• 3.1Carry out prestart checks according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Set or adjust all critical equipment including pop-off valve and/or choke manifold/s to safe operating parameters
• 3.3Test operational function of all valves and choke manifolds in the fluid system as required
• 3.4Pressure test system, record in writing and communicate issues identified
• 3.5Confirm and identify flow path required for operation and pumping parameters
• 3.6Visually inspect and listen to mud pumps for abnormalities

4 Operate, maintain and repair fluid pumps

• 4.1Check required safety lines and restraints are in place, secure and functional
• 4.2Engage and adjust required equipment as directed by supervisor
• 4.3Clean all equipment and visually inspect for leaks and proper operation according to specifications
• 4.4Identify faults and report or rectify immediately as required and within scope of own role
• 4.5Identify, record in writing and report requirement for repair or maintenance of fluid conditioning equipment
• 4.6Perform periodic or scheduled preventative maintenance on all fluid treatment units

5 Operate and service transfer valves in fluid pits/tanks or fluid pumps

• 5.1Align valves according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.2Lubricate valve stems according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.3Clean and inspect transfer valves according to manufacturer specifications
• 5.4Replace or repair defective parts according to manufacturer specifications

6 Identify and act upon variations in circulating medium during operation

• 6.1Monitor, adjust and report pit/tank level
• 6.2Monitor and report fluid properties
• 6.3Monitor and report size of cuttings
• 6.4Monitor and report volume of fluid returns
• 6.5Prepare for emergency situations

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