Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for assisting with surface directional drilling
- Access, interpret and apply surface directional drilling documentation, and ensure the work activity is compliant
- Obtain, read, interpret, clarify and confirm work requirements
- Identify and address potential risks, hazards and environmental issues and implement control measures
- Select and wear personal protective equipment appropriate for the work activity
- Communicate and coordinate activities with others throughout the work activity
- Load, unload and move tools and equipment
- Obtain and interpret emergency procedures, and be prepared for fire/accident/emergency
- Support the surface directional drilling process
- Position and number drill rods in readiness for drilling
- Inspect in-hole drilling components for damage
- Fit and remove in-hole drilling components to and from the drill string
- Continually monitor hazards and risks, and ensure safety of self, other personnel, plant and equipment
- Monitor operation for unplanned gas and water leakage and other environmental hazards
- Carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment