Major Work Activity B – Moves rig

Task B-6  Performs on-pad moves

Task Descriptor

This is performed when a rig is required to move from well to well on a multi-hole pad. When a pad move is required, third-party equipment can be used to skid the rig, or a self-propelled rig walking system is utilized.

B-6.01 Performs rig walk

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Thinking, Working with Others

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Performance Criteria

Evidence of Attainment

B-6.01.01P

prepare rig components for walking

rig is ready to walk according to rig specifications

B-6.01.02P

inspect walking system

all components are rigged up and visually inspected

B-6.01.03P

perform a pre-plan for route

route is walked to ensure that there are no obstructions, and matting has been laid out

B-6.01.04P

walk rig to next well location on pad

monitor walking system and ensure that rig is levelled, centered and positioned properly over next well

B-6.01.05P

perform a post-walking inspection of rig systems

rig is positioned correctly and all lines are visually inspected

Range of Variables

rig components include: supply system (suitcase, umbilical, accordion style, festoon), BOP system, catwalk, transfer tanks, safety equipment

 

Knowledge

 

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objectives

B-6.01.01L

demonstrate knowledge of types of walking systems according to manufacturers’ specifications

explain the types of walking systems and components of rigs

B-6.01.02L

demonstrate knowledge of the limitations of walking systems according to the manufacturers’ specifications

explain the limitations of the walking system according to the manufacturers’ specifications

B-6.01.03L

demonstrate knowledge of planning a rig walk

explain the planning of a rig walk with all required components

 

 

explain the hazards of walking a rig

Range of Variables

types of walking systems include: stomper types, crawler track systems, wheeled systems, roller systems, rail systems

required components include: matting, radios, level, dunnage

hazards include: un-level ground, ground conditions, pinch and pressure points, existing wells, equipment failure

B-6.02 Performs rig skidding

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Thinking, Working with Others

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Performance Criteria

Evidence of Attainment

B-6.02.01P

prepare rig to be skidded

required buildings and components are rigged out according to manufacturers’ specifications

B-6.02.02P

inspect attachment points and other rig components

attachment points, substructure and derrick are prepared for skid move

B-6.02.03P

perform a pre-plan for route

route is walked to ensure that there are no obstructions, and matting is laid out for the pre-planned route

B-6.02.04P

skid rig to next location of pad according to operator’s requirements, using third-party equipment

third-party equipment is connected and rig is skidded and ensured that it is centered and positioned over next well

B-6.02.05P

move required buildings and components to new well on pad with third-party equipment

buildings and components are positioned and configured according to rig specifications

 

Knowledge

 

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objectives

B-6.02.01L

demonstrate knowledge of types of rig skidding systems according to rig specifications

explain the types of rig skidding systems and components of rigs

B-6.02.02L

demonstrate knowledge of the limitations of the types of rig skidding systems according to the rig specifications

explain the limitations of the types of rig skidding systems according to the rig specifications

B-6.02.03L

demonstrate knowledge to communicate and work with third-party equipment operators

validate the ability to communicate with third-party equipment operators

Range of Variables

types of rig skidding systems include: pad eye systems, roll ends systems

communicate includes: oral communication, radio communication, hand signal communication, pre-move meeting, documentation

Task B-7 Performs rig moves

Task Descriptor

Once the rig components arrive at the drilling site, rig technicians must assemble the rig in order to commence drilling operations. This is performed in conjunction with third-party service providers.

Rig technicians dismantle the rig so that it can be loaded on trucks to move it to another drill site, to a repair shop or to a storage area. This is performed in conjunction with third-party service providers.

B-7.01 Moves rig on and off location

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Thinking, Working with Others

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Performance Criteria

Evidence of Attainment

B-7.01.01P

place poly and matting

poly and matting are placed according to rig specifications and environmental regulations

B-7.01.02P

supervise third-party service provider

third-party service provider is supervised to avoid damages to buildings and equipment

B-7.01.03P

spot buildings and equipment

buildings and equipment are positioned according to rig specifications

 

Knowledge

 

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objectives

B-7.01.01L

demonstrate knowledge of tasks for spotting, matting, sub, derrick and buildings in rig assembly/disassembly

describe the procedure of spotting and rigging up rig components

B-7.01.02L

demonstrate knowledge of work with third-party service providers

describe the third-party service provider equipment used to move a rig

 

 

describe how to supervise all crew members and third-party operators in all aspects of moving the rig onto a new location

Range of Variables

third-party service provider equipment includes: pole trucks, cranes, bed trucks, loaders, bulldozers, winch trucks

B-7.02 Assembles/disassembles rig components

Essential Skills

Oral Communication, Thinking, Working with Others

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Performance Criteria

Evidence of Attainment

B-7.02.01P

coordinate work with third-party service providers

work is coordinated with third-party service providers according to rig specifications

B-7.02.02P

set up sub and components, and follow assembly/disassembly sequence

sub and components are fit together and assembly/disassembly sequence is followed according to rig specifications

B-7.02.03P

set up derrick and components, and follow assembly/disassembly sequence

derrick and components are pinned together and assembly/disassembly sequence is followed according to rig specifications

B-7.02.04P

identify hazards and report deficiencies

hazards associated with assembling/disassembling components are identified and corrected

B-7.02.05P

assemble/disassemble components with third-party service providers

components are assembled/disassembled according to rig procedures

B-7.02.06P

supervise third-party service providers

third-party service providers are supervised while handling buildings and equipment

Range of Variables

third-party service provider equipment include: pole trucks, cranes, bed trucks, loaders, bulldozers, winch trucks

components with sub include: motor house, tables, bird baths, spreader bars

components with derrick include: monkeyboards, booms, A‑legs, spreader bars, crown sheaves, blocks

 

Knowledge

 

Learning Outcomes

Learning Objectives

B-7.02.01L

demonstrate knowledge of assembly of sub, derrick and drawworks

describe the procedures of spotting buildings and placing components

 

 

describe working with third-party personnel to assemble/disassemble rig components

 

 

identify derrick types and describe their advantages and disadvantages related to assembly/disassembly

 

 

describe the considerations for working at heights and securing tools and equipment

 

 

explain types of substructures and their effects on the assembly/disassembly process

 

 

describe the supervision and coordination of crews for assembly/disassembly of rig components

 

 

describe the sequence and procedures for assembly/disassembly of all components during a rig move

Range of Variables

components with derrick include: monkeyboards, booms, A‑legs, spreader bars, crown sheaves, blocks

components with sub include: motor house, tables, bird baths, spreader bars

types of substructures include: box on box, scissor, telescopic, step up, trailer, one piece

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