Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan and prepare for cable tool drilling
- Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity
- Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task
- Identify, manage and report all potential hazards
- Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities
- Load, unload, move, handle, follow workplace procedures for the use and storage of drilling equipment and all associated tools, sampling devices and connecting equipment
- Take necessary safety precautions when handling potentially contaminated samples
- Wear all necessary personal protective equipment and protective clothing when assisting with cable tool drilling
- Support the core drilling process
- Fit/remove and measure correct bits to/from the tool string
- Lay out tools and equipment in readiness for drilling
- Inspect tool string components regularly and replace worn/damaged components under the direction of the driller
- Observe housekeeping and site safety measures while supporting cable tool drilling operations
- Use rod/casing handling equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and the organisation's procedures
- Handle samples
- Mix drilling fluids
- Wear appropriate protective clothing
- Check labels and read and interpret safety information/ hazard codes
- Apply correct mixing procedure for the drilling fluid
- Carry out storage of drilling mud components and additives safely and according to manufacturer's and organisation's recommendations
- Perform basic tests on the fluid and record/report the results as required