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STANDARD OPERATIONS MANUAL
for
JACK-UP / PLATFORM / BARGE
DRILLING
ExxonMobil Development
Company
P.O. Box 4876
Houston, TX 77210-4876
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Developm ent
May 2003
Manual
Drilling
D. R. Anglin
Signature on file
J. W. Kiker
Signature on file____
C. W. Sandlin
WELL CONTROL
Operations Manager
Manager
Operations Manager
Operations
An ExxonMobil Subsidiary
PREFACE
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judgement should always be exercised in any task and should never be discarded just to follow an
outlined step in any process or procedure
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SAFETY CREDO
We, the Management and Employees of ExxonMobil Development Company:
Will relentlessly pursue our ultimate objective of an injury and illness free
work place
Will not compromise our focus on safety in order to achieve any other business
objective
And We Believe:
Our safety actions are most effective when we genuinely care about each other
Each of us has a personal responsibility for our own safety and the safety of
others -- both on and off the job
All injuries and illnesses can be avoided when we practice safe behaviors
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2.7.3
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2.7.4
2.7.5
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Appendix G-III
Appendix G-IV
3.2.1
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3.2.3
3.6
3.5.1
Precautions
3.5.2
Weather Limits 9
3.5.3
3.5.4
Lifting Operations
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3.5.5
Rigging Guidelines
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3.5.6
Equipment Maintenance 15
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3.6.1
Cargo Transport
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3.6.2
Helicopter Operations
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3.6.3
Personnel Transport-Helicopter 22
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General
Reporting & Drill Frequency
Marine Drill Process
Fire Drills
Fire Drill-Example
Abandon Rig Drills
Abandon Rig Drill-Example
Man Overboard Drill
Specialized Drills
Principal Aspects of Drills
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Appendix G-I
SIMOPs Checklist Memo Appendix G-II SIMOPs Deviation Form
Appendix G-III
Study of Pile Interaction with Jack-Up Rig Operations Appendix G-IV
Pre-Startup Inspections for New to Fleet Jackup Drilling Rigs
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General
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Solids Control
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6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
Lost Circulation
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Appendix G-II
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General
8.2
Conventional Coring
8.3
8.4
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8.5
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8.6
MWD/LWD Logging
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Casing Running
9.2
9.3
Casing Checklist
10.1
General
10.2
Cementing Guidelines
10.3
Primary Cementing
10.4
Remedial Cementing
10.5
Cementing Checklist
10.6
Reference
10.0 CEMENTING
Appendix G-I
General 1 11.2
Casing Test
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Leak-Off Test
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Jug Test (Limited PIT)
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12.2
12.3
Test String
12.4
Surface Equipment
12.5
Measurement Equipment
12.6
Safety
12.7
Personnel Responsibilities
12.8
12.9
Information Retrieval
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12.10
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12.11
Emergency Procedures
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12.12
Hydrogen Sulfide
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12.13
Hydrates
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General
13.2
13.3
13.4
14.2
Hole Monitoring
14.3
Equipment Testing
14.4
Equipment Specifications
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Organization
1.3
EMDC Reports
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Contracts Administration
2.2
Prespud Meeting
2.3
Security
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
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2.7.3
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2.7.4
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2.7.5
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2.7.6
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Appendix G-IV
3.2
Moving
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.3
3.4
3.5
Cargo Transfers
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Precautions
3.5.2
Weather Limits
3.5.3
3.5.4
Lifting Operations
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3.5.5
Rigging Guidelines
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3.5.6
Equipment Maintenance
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3.6.1
Cargo Transport
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3.6.2
Helicopter Operations
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3.6.3
Personnel Transport-Helicopter
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3.6.4
3.7 Marine Training
3.7.1
3.7.2
3.7.3
3.7.4
3.7.5
3.7.6
3.7.7
3.7.8
3.7.9
3.7.10
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General
Reporting & Drill Frequency
Marine Drill Process
Fire Drills
Fire Drill-Example
Abandon Rig Drills
Abandon Rig Drill-Example
Man Overboard Drill
Specialized Drills
Principal Aspects of Drills
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Appendix G-I
SIMOPs Checklist Memo Appendix G-II SIMOPs Deviation Form
Appendix G-III
Study of Pile Interaction with Jack-Up Rig Operations Appendix G-IV
Pre-Startup Inspections for New to Fleet Jackup Drilling Rigs
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DRILLING OPERATION 4.1 Introduction
1 4.2
General Operations Guidelines 1
4.3
Pre-Spud Operations
3 4.4
Structural Drive Pipe
4 4.5
Conductor and Surface
Casing Interval 5 4.6
Diverter Operations
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Intermediate / Protective Casing Interval 6
4.8
Production Casing / Liner Interval
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Slot Recovery / Whipstock / Section Mill /
Cutt & Pull
7 4.10 Wellbore Anti-Collision Guidelines
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4.10.1
Requirements for "Collision Risk" Wells 9 4.10.2 Requirements for All Directional
Wells
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General
6.2
Solids Control
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6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
Lost Circulation
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Appendix G-II
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Conventional Coring
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8.5
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8.6
MWD/LWD Logging
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8.7
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Casing Running
9.2
9.3
Casing Checklist
10.1
General
10.2
Cementing Guidelines
10.3
Primary Cementing
10.4
Remedial Cementing
10.5
Cementing Checklist
10.6
Reference
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Appendix G-I
Leak-Off Test
11.4
General 1 11.2
Casing Test
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12.2
12.3
Test String
12.4
Surface Equipment
12.5
Measurement Equipment
12.6
Safety
12.7
Personnel Responsibilities
12.8
12.9
Information Retrieval
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12.10
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12.11
Emergency Procedures
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12.12
Hydrogen Sulfide
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12.13
Hydrates
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General
13.2
13.3
13.4
14.2
Hole Monitoring
14.3
Equipment Testing
14.4
Equipment Specifications
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ORGANIZATION
Manager, Drilling
Drilling Operations Manager
Procurement Manager
Drilling Technology Manager
Field Drilling Manager
Operations Superintendent
Engineering Manager
Operations Supervisor
Supervising Engineer
Drilling Engineer
Drilling Materials & Services Supervisor
Procurement Services Advisor
SHE Manager, Drilling
Environmental Coordinator, Drilling
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Drug and Alcohol Policy
Contractor Safety Program
Technical Equipment Documentation
Work Permit System
Hazardous Material Handling/Storage Procedures
Procedure to Control Equipment/Safety Policy Changes
Critical drilling operations information and relevant aspects of the daily drilling activities will be
documented in the standard reports developed by EMDC and its contractors. This manual describes
the preparation and distribution of these reports.
Daily Drilling Report
The Operations Supervisor will record drilling activities on the DRS and transmit it, usually via the
LAN or telephone line (modem), to the Drilling Information Management Center (DIMC) each
morning.
The Daily Drilling Report will cover a 24 hour period with the current day's drilling activities.
Minimizing drilling cost per foot and achieving an overall increase in the efficiency of a drilling
operation requires that Management, the Operations Superintendent, and Engineering receive
accurate, factual, complete reports from the rig Operations Supervisor on a daily basis. Effective
management control of the drilling operation cannot be effected without input from the entire
drilling organization, and the daily drilling report is the base document from which most
information is drawn. The following are guidelines on some aspects of the Daily Drilling Report:
Drilling operation events should be time separated to correspond with EMDC rig-time distribution
codes (not IADC). The DRS manual contains a guide on the coding of operations.
Depth of the well is determined by steel line measurement of the drill string.
There should be reasonable agreement between the DDR and the IADC report.
A better report will result if each Operations Supervisor writes the operations summary for his/her
tour.
Do not report opinions or guesses unless they are so identified. If an opinion is reported as fact,
the rig supervisor will know this, but the office staff may not.
Use only standard abbreviations. Do not make up abbreviations.
Electric logging: specify logs run, depth interval logged, bottom hole temperature, and tight hole
depth.
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Circulation: specify why the mud is being circulated, and circulation rate/ pipe rotation if any .
Daily Cost Report
The Operations Supervisor should complete the DRS Daily Cost Report and transmit it to the DIMC
each morning.
The Daily Cost Report should capture all substantial drilling costs including services utilized, rental
equipment, and consumed materials. Where exact costs are not known, reasonable estimates should
be made and included in the Daily Cost Report. Some contractor costs will not be known exactly
until the end of a month. The rig should not attempt to estimate what the discounted charge will be;
the rig is to enter the ticket charge on the cost screen. The Drilling Engineer is responsible for
monitoring discounted materials and services costs and communicating any adjustments to the
Operations Supervisor for modification of cost sheets.
It is the Drilling Engineer's responsibility to include the cost of all materials and services in
appropriate procedures for Operations Supervisor use in completing the Daily Cost Report. The
Drilling Engineer is also to provide initial fixed costs to Operations Supervisor and to check the
entries for errors or omissions.
ATF Bomb Threat Checklist
Operations Supervisors need to be prepared to respond effectively should they receive a bomb threat
over the telephone. It is very important to take the caller seriously. Ask the person to repeat the
message. Record every word spoken by the person. Complete the bomb threat checklist and
transmit to the Operations Superintendent. Reference OIMS manual (10-5) for further information.
Casing Tally Report
The Casing Tally Report should be prepared for every casing string run. A copy of the report will be
kept on the drilling vessel for reference during logging, production testing, completion, plug and
abandonment operations, etc.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for completing the casing run tally report and forwarding
it to the Drilling Engineer after each casing string is run. While it is not necessary to transmit the
off-load tally from the rig, it is necessary to create a DRS off-load tally to be able to complete the
casing description part of the DRS "as run" tally. OIMS requires a DRS casing tally report where
possible.
Environmental Performance Indicators (EPI) Report
At the end of every well, the Drilling Engineer and EMDC Domestic Regulatory Technician will
complete the Environmental Performance Indicators (EPI) Report for inclusion in the Final Well
Report. This form contains four sections; Well Information, Emissions Data, Environmental
Regulatory Compliance Data, and Waste Data.
Drilling Reporting System (DRS)
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When the DRS system is in place, the following DRS reports will be maintained and transmitted
from the rig daily or when pertinent, 1) Daily Drilling Report, 2) Casing Report, 3) Cementing
Report, 4) Lithology, 5) Logging Run, 6) Milestones, 7) Mud, 8) Mud Product Usage, 9) Perfs, 10)
RFT, 11) Drillstring, 12) Weather, 13) Well Test, 14) Stratigrophy.
Equipment Failure Report
An equipment failure report will be prepared to document equipment failures which result in
significant economic impact or failures which could have safety implications. The equipment failure
report should adequately describe the nature of the failure, identify the cause of the failure,
document the associated downtime due to the failure, and recommend ways to prevent the failure
from occurring in the future.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for preparing the report and forwarding it to the
Operations Superintendent. Engineering will review the report to determine if further analysis or
action is required.
Hand-Over Notes
Hand-over notes will be prepared by the Operations Superintendents (when working on a rotational
schedule) and Operations Supervisors prior to their respective crew changes. The purpose of these
notes is to document all situations and/or activities that will require follow-up by the relieving
personnel, as well as to address significant operational events that took place during the hitch.
Material Transfer/Cargo Manifest
A material transfer/cargo manifest should be prepared for all material shipments to and from the
drilling rig. Manifests should be prepared by the Base Manager/Materials Coordinator for all to-rig
shipments and by the drilling rig's storekeeper (if on contract) for all from-rig shipments.
The cargo manifest should list all materials transferred, giving quantity, description, weight, and the
container number in which it is stored.
Material transfers are prepared for EMDC material and will usually list the commodity number.
Hazardous material should be identified on the manifest. Under no circumstances should used
casing thread protectors be sent to the United States in a container unless all thread compound is
removed. There will be venture specific materials procedures.
Once completed, the manifest should be signed by the originator and forwarded to the receiver of
the goods by the most expedient means (usually via fax). A copy of the manifest should be given to
the captain of the transferring vessel. The Operations Supervisor should sign the manifest for the
goods received at the rig. Rental tools should be tracked, preferably in a rental tool log book or in a
clipboard maintained on the rig.
Pressure Integrity Test Record
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Pressure Integrity Tests are covered in Section 11 of this manual. The pressure integrity test (PIT)
form will be prepared for all tests conducted. Additional information regarding PIT procedures and
analysis is contained in the EPRCo publication "Pressure Integrity Test - Field Guide".
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for completing the PIT form and forwarding it to the
Operations Superintendent and Drilling Engineer as soon as practical after completing the test.
Safety Incident and Spill Reports
Refer to the Drilling Safety Management Program (SMP) and OIMS Manual for guidelines on
incident reporting.
A Reportable Safety Incident is defined by OIMS as being a Lost Time Incident, Restricted Work
Incident, or a Medical Treatment Incident.
An oil spill is any liquid hydrocarbon release greater than 1 barrel (or affiliate/regulatory required
minimum) which falls onto water or onto the ground that could enter the ground water.
A copy of the report will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for forwarding to the Operations
Superintendent.
Safety Meeting Record
The Operations Supervisor should record the issues addressed/discussed at the general safety
meeting, as well as the topics of the drill crew pre-tour safety meeting and any critical operations
safety meeting in DIMS and the IADC report. The minutes of the general safety meeting can be
hand written and do not have to be duplicated on the DIMS report. Forward copies of the
contractor's safety meeting minutes to the Operation Superintendent.
Well Killing Worksheet
After the BOP stack is installed, the Well Killing Worksheet will be prepared in accordance with the
guidelines specified in Section 14 of this manual. The worksheet will be maintained for the current
wellbore configuration and updated at least daily (or as well conditions change) while drilling is in
progress or maintain the KIK PC program data up to date.
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for completing the worksheet. There are multiple
acceptable formats including the traditional EPRCo form, Randy Smith form, EUSA form, and KIK
PC program.
Other Reports
Additional reporting requirements should be followed/completed as detailed in the Drilling OIMS
Manual and the Safety Management Program.
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The results of all BOP tests and any deficiencies should be recorded on the Daily Drilling Report
and IADC Report. Detailed test data will also be recorded by the Drilling Contractor on a BOP test
form designed specifically for the drilling rig. This report should include the information specified
in Section 14 of this manual.
The completed BOP test form, signed by the test pump operator, tool pusher/OIM, and Operation
Supervisor, will be provided to the Operation Supervisor. All pressure test charts will be dated, and
properly labeled as to each component tested in accordance with applicable EMDC and regulatory
requirements. All records pertaining to the BOP tests should be retained on the drilling rig until
completion of the well. The records should then be forwarded to the nearest production facility or
host platform for retention in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements or forwarded to
Operations
Superintendent for inclusion in the well file (international exploration drilling operations).
Current Status Board
A current status board should be maintained at the driller's station. It should include the BOP ram
elevation and other helpful information and regulatory mandated postings or documentation.
Daily Personnel Record
A listing of all personnel on the rig (POB list) and their positions will be scrupulously maintained by
a designated representative of the Drilling Contractor. The POB list will be updated and distributed
daily.
A copy of the POB list will be provided to the Operations Supervisor at midnight. This list will be
available to be faxed to the Operations Superintendent when needed. A copy of the current POB list
will be maintained on the drilling rig.
Drilling Recorder Chart
The Drilling Contractor should annotate all major drilling activities (drilling, tripping, circulating,
running casing, cementing, etc.) on the continuous recording strip chart which records depth, time,
hookload, pump pressure, rotary torque, and weight-on-bit, as a minimum. The strip chart should
also be annotated by the Drilling Contractor to note significant activities such as filling hole, flow
check, connection, tight hole, mechanical problems, stuck pipe, etc.
A copy of the chart will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for forwarding to the Operations
Superintendent when requested.
IADC Reports
The IADC Report will be prepared daily by the Drilling Contractor and signed by both the drilling
contractor's senior drilling representative and the Operations Supervisor. The IADC Report will
detail the events of each day's drilling activities, giving a time breakdown for each major event.
Events which are subject to different rig cost rates, as specified in the drilling contract, should be
clearly separated. Significant events such as safety incidents, safety meetings, BOP tests, major
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equipment failures, etc. will be documented on the IADC Report. Drilling Contractor personnel
should be identified by name, position and hours worked (including any overtime).
The Operations Supervisor will send the original (white) and pink copies to the Operations
Superintendent weekly. The blue copy should be kept in the Operations Supervisors office onboard
the drilling vessel.
The green and white (last) copy will be left for the Drilling Contractor.
The Operation Superintendent will forward the original to the accounting department and retain the
pink copy in the drilling office files.
Safety Incident Reports
Refer to the Drilling Safety Management Program for a description of reports required from the
contractors.
The Drilling Contractor will prepare an incident report for all lost time incidents, fatalities, restricted
work incidents, medical treatment incidents, first aid treatments, regional illness events, near misses,
and significant near misses onboard the drilling rig. The incident report will, as a minimum,
describe the nature of the incident, list the names of all persons involved (both witnesses and
victims), describe the contributing circumstances, and identify remedial steps and recommendations
to prevent further occurrences.
Safety Meeting Reports
The Drilling Contractor will prepare a report summarizing discussions held in the general safety
meeting. The safety meeting report should, as a minimum, describe safety topics discussed, identify
the status of any outstanding safety items and provide a list of all meeting attendees. A handwritten
report is acceptable. A copy of the report will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for
forwarding to the Operations Superintendent.
Trip Book
The primary monitoring of the volume of mud added to the hole to replace the drill string
displacement on trips is the responsibility of the drilling crew. When full service mud logging is
available, the mud loggers shall provide a backup trip book log. The trip tank will be used for all
trips unless otherwise addressed by the field drilling manager. The trip book must compare
measured volume with theoretical volume as well as previous trip volume. Refer to Section 14.
Well Control Readiness Checklist
At the Operations Supervisor's option, this checklist can be used as an aid in establishing rig floor
crew well control competency. This checklist is in Section 6 of the OIMS Manual and guidelines are
in Section 14 of this manual.
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Cementing Chart
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A cementing recorder chart (pressure vs. time) will be prepared for all operations, such as casing
cementing, equipment pressure testing, PITs, etc. The chart will be annotated with all significant
events such as pumping spacers, pumping lead and tail cements, bumping the plug, etc. (as required
by local affiliate and regulatory agencies).
The chart will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for forwarding to the Operations
Superintendent and Drilling Engineer when requested or retained as required by local regulations.
Daily Drilling Fluids Report
The Drilling Fluids Engineer will prepare a Daily Drilling Fluids Report in accordance with the
guidelines specified in Section 6 of this manual. Unless otherwise specified by the Operations
Supervisor, a minimum of two complete "In" and "Out" checks of the drilling fluid should be made
daily during drilling operations.
The report will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for forwarding to the Drilling Engineer
each morning.
Directional Data
For directional wells, the Directional Drillers will prepare a bottom hole assembly sheet and BHA
checklist for all BHAs run in the well in accordance with the guidelines specified in Section 4 of
this manual. The directional driller will also maintain a wellbore trajectory record and current
wellbore plot in the Operations Supervisor's office.
The Directional Driller and Operations Supervisor should collaborate to complete and sign the
directional drilling pre-job survey data sheet (PJSDS) and forward to the directional drillers
coordinator as well as to the Drilling Engineer. A pre-job checklist for directional wells should be
used to verify that all operational concerns have been addressed. Both the above items are OIMS
required documents. Anticollision/well interference calculation should be updated at each
survey point and a minimum of two directional contractor representatives should be onboard
when wellbore interference issues exist. The minimum curvature calculation technique should be
used.
A copy of the wellbore trajectory record will be provided to the Operations Supervisor for
forwarding to the Drilling Engineer each morning.
Mud Logger's Reports
The Mud Loggers will prepare a Mud Log and Daily Mud Logging Report in accordance with the
abnormal pressure detection guidelines specified in Section 7 of this manual.
A copy of the log/report will be provided to the Operations Supervisor and wellsite geologist for
forwarding to the Operations Superintendent and operations geologist each morning.
Pit Volume Totalizer Chart
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A properly labeled and dated Pit Volume Totalizer (PVT) chart should be maintained by the
company contracted to provide same.
Radiation Safety Checklist, Well Site
Periodic assessment will be made of the adequacy of the safety programs of rig site contractors who
use radioactive sources. Refer to the Drilling Safety Management Program and the OIMS
checklists.
Vessel Daily Log
A Daily Log will be completed by all supply/standby vessels on contract and forwarded to the Base
Manager/Materials Coordinator on a weekly (or other timely) basis.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
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Contracts Administration
2.2
Prespud Meeting
2.3
Security
2.4
2.5
2.6
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Appendix G-I
Appendix G-II
Appendix G-III
Appendix G-IV
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2.1
CONTRACTS ADMINISTRATION
After the execution of the various contracts between EMDC-Drilling and the individual
contractors, the Operations Superintendent and Operations Supervisor will administer the
contracts based on the following responsibilities:
Operations Superintendent
1. Administer the contract terms and provisions between EMDC-Drilling and the Drilling
Contractor and other critical and non-critical third party service contractor.
2. Copies of applicable contracts are maintained by the EMGSC procurement group for various
drilling operations.
3. Address questions from the Operations Supervisors regarding contract terms or exceptions.
Operations Supervisor
1. Become familiar with each contract as necessary to conduct drilling operations and abide by
the terms of the contracts.
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2. Ensure that all equipment on the Drilling Rig is in accordance with contract terms.
3. Ensure that a representative of each service company completes service tickets in accordance
with the contract terms.
4. Conduct a safety/operational ("prespud") meeting prior to the start-up of drilling operations
with the appropriate management of the Drilling Contractor and other critical third party
service contractors. Refer to Drilling Safety Management Program for meeting guidelines
5. Document safety meetings in the DRS and keep attendance list and presentation materials in
the field well file. Note any special problems addressed and/or discussed at these meetings in a
memo to the Operations Superintendent.
Critical Service Contractor's Responsibilities
1. Have in place a safety and environmental program and discuss this with EMDC-Drilling
Management when requested.
2. Identify the disposal method/sites used for contractor waste. This is a contractual requirement
of third party contractors for US East Development Drilling Operations.
3. Provide personnel with adequate qualifications consistent with the qualifications in the
Responsibility section (Section 2.4) and if applicable comply with 3 rd party SSE policy and
requirements.
4. Have in place maintenance programs, inspection programs, internal control programs, etc., and
review these with EMDC-Drilling Management as requested.
5. It is desirable to have acceptance inspection checklist for the following third party services:
mud logging, production testing equipment, waste transportation, storage, disposal, selfcontained breathing equipment, cementing unit, wireline logging, perforating, and LWD with
radioactive source.
2.2
PRE-SPUD MEETING
A pre-spud meeting will be held prior to the start of drilling operations on each drilling
campaign. Key personnel (Operations, Engineering, Geology, Drilling Contractor, Third Party
Contractors, etc.) should attend this meeting. During the meeting, the following points should
be addressed:
Safety
Job Planning
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Communications
Regulatory Compliance
Emergency Procedures and Contingency Plans
Security of well data
3. Ensure that contractors clearly understand their responsibility for transportation and disposal of
contractor waste.
4. Ensure that both EMDC-Drilling and contractor's personnel clearly understand the chain of
command and the personnel responsible for various decisions.
5. Discuss well drilling plans including relevant geology and drilling hazards.
6. Communicate results of the risk assessment.
7. Copies of the Drilling Program should be furnished to the Drilling Contractor and third party
contractor personnel at the pre-spud meeting, as required.
8. Operations Integrity Management Systems, especially Management of Change.
9. Drilling Safety Management Program
10. Non proprietary pre-spud meeting materials can be circulated to all personnel for their
reference.
2.3 SECURITY
All personnel (EMDC-Drilling and contractors) must obtain, maintain, and retain well data,
especially information relating to depths, operational problems, and formation evaluation
according to their job requirements and release such information to others on a strictly "needto-know" basis. All personnel will be reminded of the proprietary nature of the geological and
critical well data.
2.4 EMDC DRILLING OPERATIONS PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations Superintendent Responsibilities
1. Communications:
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2. Supervise Operation:
Ensure that all operations are in compliance with OIMS, Drilling Safety Management
Program, Drilling Operations Manual, and approved Drilling, Completion, and Production
Testing Programs and Procedures.
Confer with Geological Personnel to ensure maximum data acquisition at minimum time
and cost.
Communicate with accounting group and EMDC-DFS group to ensure proper
documentation and validity of charges.
Work with Engineering staff to compile manuals, programs, and procedures.
Assist the Operations Supervisors with daily decisions necessary to help the Drilling
Contractor implement the approved Drilling, Completion, and Production Testing Programs
and Procedures.
Conduct audits, inspections, and safety programs in accordance with OIMS and the Drilling
Safety Management Program.
Coordinate materials requests and logistics with Materials Group and/or Production
Organization to facilitate timely arrival of required supplies.
Advise Field Drilling Manager when to initiate rotation of Operations Supervisor to ensure
sufficient lead time for full implementation of OIMS.
Attend rig site safety meetings and pre-tour safety meetings.
Attend daily coordination meeting with Production Supervisor on manned platforms.
Request verbal approval from the Field Drilling Manager for exception(s) to certain
guidelines or procedures in accordance with the Management of Change Process described
in OIMS.
Solicit change(s) to the Drilling Operations Manual from the Operations Supervisors
according to the change process described in this manual.
Review and approve procedures as necessary to implement the approved Drilling,
Completion, and Production Testing Programs and Procedures.
Ensure that Operations Supervisors receive drilling procedures in a timely manner.
Notify the Field Drilling Manager, as soon as practical, of exception(s) made to guidelines
or procedures of the Drilling Program or Drilling Operations Manual.
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Note: All requirements worded with "will", "shall", or "must", will be approved
by the Field Drilling Manager prior to the exception.
Ensure that all safety and operating manuals are available at the rig site.
Review and approve operations safety plan.
Become familiar with applicable laws and regulations, and ensure compliance.
Ensure that all applicable regulatory permits are on the Drilling Rig to conduct operations.
Ensure that required reports (as identified in approved Drilling, Completion, and Production
Testing Programs and Procedures) and/or operations permits are sent to applicable
regulatory bodies.
Request any regulatory exceptions either from the necessary regulatory agency or the
appropriate regulatory contact within ExxonMobil.
Report incidents of non-compliance.
Maintain current knowledge of authority guides.
5. Contractor Supervision:
Ensure the Drilling Program is executed by contract personnel in a safe and efficient
manner.
Work with Engineering Staff to ensure technical goals are operationally feasible. Make
recommendations for changes to Drilling, Completion, and Production Testing Programs
and Procedures to increase safety and/or efficiency.
Work with Drilling Contractor to develop procedures and plans to implement Drilling
Program.
Review daily plans of the Drilling Contractor and coordinate the activities of Third Party
Contract Personnel (i.e. Service Companies) to implement approved Drilling, Completion,
and Production Testing Programs and Procedures.
Ensure compliance of Drilling Contractor and Third Party Contractors with terms of
appropriate contracts. Ensure that all parties understand their responsibilities per this
Manual.
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2. Ensure Compliance with OIMS and the Drilling Safety Management Program
Prepare the Site Construction Plan considering surface constraints such as local population,
logistics, environmental impact, archaeological surveys, bottom sweeps, and rig
positioning.
Prepare the Drilling, Completion, and Production Testing Programs and Procedures based
on all available geologic and drilling information from nearby offset wells in the area. This
Drilling and Evaluation Program shall include the best available technology for drilling
operations.
Be knowledgeable of the operating and construction characteristics of all components in the
drilling system to be used and be knowledgeable about alternative systems and procedures
that might be implemented to improve operational efficiency. Ensure operations staff
understands the fundamentals behind successfully implementing the new technology.
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Prepare a site specific Emergency Response/SIMOPS (if applicable) attachment for the
Operations Manual
Prepare the Drill Well Data Package to meet Regulatory requirements.
Ensure that all Standards and Procedures are in compliance with OIMS.
Prepare Operations Safety Plan in accordance with Safety Management Program
Provide surveillance of day-to-day drilling progress to ensure that the Drilling and
Evaluation program is conducted to apply the best available technology and propose
modifications, as necessary.
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2.5
Counsel the Operations Superintendent and Operations Supervisor on critical activities and
problems such as equipment failures, mud and hole problems (including tectonics and
wellbore stability), etc.
Provide rig site technical assistance in abnormal pressure detection, running and cementing
critical casing strings/liners, production testing operations, and well control.
Monitor well costs and ensure that all costs are kept up to date and accurate (including
DRS).
Review DRS Report and ensure that input data are accurate and complete (coding, etc.).
Participate in wellsite incident investigations, as required in SMP.
Perform bid preparations and analysis in conjunction with the EMDC Procurement Group.
Keep the Supervising Engineer / Engineering Manager informed of all activities.
Prepare AFEs and Supplements.
Complete a Final Well Report package at the conclusion of each well. Generally, this will
include:
Final well cost summary sheet
EPI form
Final Well Report form
Production Casing and Tubing Tallies
Acquire technical support from Drilling Technical and/or URC as necessary.
DRILLING CONTRACTOR PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES
Safety Program
Quality Assurance/Quality Control Program
Emergency Preparedness Program
Preventative Maintenance Program
Risk Assessment Program
Work Permit System
Appropriate Affiliate Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPs) program for development drilling
operations adjacent to production facilities.
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4. Provide qualified personnel that can efficiently operate the Drilling Rig in a safe and
environmentally sound manner.
Offshore Installation Manager (OIM) Representative
1. Represent the Drilling Contractor as the person in charge and responsible for the overall
operation and safety of the Drilling Unit and personnel.
2. Ensure that the rig operation meets all applicable regulatory requirements.
3. Implement the Drilling Contractor Safety Program
4. Ensure that all safety equipment is in proper working condition.
5. Secure necessary training for Drilling Contractor personnel.
6. Plan and supervise training drills.
7. Ensure compliance/supervise SSE program if applicable
Toolpusher Responsibilities
1. Supervise the Drilling Contractor personnel that perform drilling related operations.
2. Monitor the wellbore for hole problems and abnormal pressure indicators.
3. Provide a communication link between the Operations Supervisors and Drilling Contractor.
4. Make recommendations to the Operations Supervisor as appropriate.
5. Ensure that daily planning meetings are held which focus on conducting the required
operations in a safe and efficient manner.
6. Conduct drills, safety meetings, and training.
7. Ensure that Drilling Contractor personnel document drilling operations properly and that all
reports are complete (IADC, BOP test forms, marine deck logs, etc.)
Safety Coordinator Responsibilities
Refer to Drilling Safety Management Program
2.6
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1. Operate as independent contractors that will assist in the executing the Drilling Program to the
satisfaction of the Operations Supervisor onboard the Drilling Rig.
2. Operate and maintain service equipment in full compliance with EMDC-Drilling technical
specifications and local regulatory requirements, including those requirements specified in the
contract.
3. Develop and use safe working practices (including written JSAs for applicable critical tasks).
4. Provide qualified personnel that can efficiently perform the required services in a safe and
environmentally sound manner. Comply with contractual personnel requirements and Short
Service Employee (SSE) program requirements.
5. Each service company is to designate a representative on location, to coordinate the operations
and services directed by the Company.
6. Ensure that all service company personnel attend and participate in safety meetings, drills, and
critical operations safety meetings (including pre-tour safety meetings).
Drilling Fluids Engineer Responsibilities
1. Maintain the drilling fluid system in accordance with the Drilling Program and Section 6 of this
manual.
2. Conduct a minimum of two (2) complete "In" and "Out" checks of the drilling fluid daily
during drilling operations.
3. Notify the Operations Supervisor of any significant changes in the "In" or "Out" properties of
the drilling fluid system.
4. Notify the driller and toolpusher of changes in weight, chloride content, gas, or any other
property that may indicate a significant change in formation or entry into abnormal pressure.
Ensuring mud is in condition to log by static ageing a sample of "in" fluid 24-48 hours prior
to logging and check properties. Report results to Operations Supervisor
5. Take an "Out" sample of the circulating drilling fluid prior to pulling out of the hole (POOH)
for logging and give to the Wireline Logging Engineer along with, a fluid filtrate sample, and
the associated filter cake. This information will be recorded on the Electric log.
6. Maintain the drilling fluid weight in the active pits during trips and any time that the drill string
is out of the hole.
7. Ensure that Drilling Contractor personnel are weighing the drilling fluid and measuring the
funnel viscosity of the drilling fluid with properly calibrated equipment.
8. Ensure that Drilling Contractor personnel are recording drilling fluid weight and funnel
viscosity on 1530 minute intervals as measured at the flow line and the suction pit.
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9. Monitor and assist Drilling Contractor personnel when continuously weighing drilling fluid at
the flow line and downstream of the degasser when circulating high gas cut fluid from
wellbore.
10. Advise the Operations Supervisor daily of the performance of all solids control equipment.
11. Assist in optimizing the solids control equipment (e.g., recommend screen sizes for the shale
shakers, etc.). Advise drilling contractor about screen inventory.
12. Obtain approval from the Operations Supervisor prior to diluting the drilling fluid system to
maintain the drilling fluid properties specified in the Drilling Program.
13. Communicate all planned changes to pit levels in the active system to the Mud Logger and
driller.
14. Monitor drilling fluid properties daily to help identify trends or sudden changes from drilling
fluid treatments.
15. Prepare a Daily Drilling Fluids Report in accordance with the guidelines specified in Section 6.
16. Maintain an inventory of all drilling fluid products onboard the Drilling Rig.
17. Assist the Operations Supervisor when ordering appropriate quantities of drilling fluid
products.
18. Ensure that a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for each drilling fluid product on
drilling rig.
Directional Driller Responsibilities
1. Recommend Bottom Hole Assemblies (BHAs) to the Operations Supervisor for each hole
section of a directional well as specified in the Drilling Program.
2. Oversee the assembly of all directional BHAs by Drilling Contractor personnel.
3. Ensure that directional drilling practices conform with anti-collision standards contained in this
manual.
4. Complete the directional drilling pre-job survey data sheet, sign, and present to the operations
supervisor.
5. Complete a BHA report form for all BHAs run in the well that includes connection type, ODs,
IDs, lengths, and serial numbers for each component.
6. Assist Drilling Contractor personnel, as directed by Operations Supervisor, when adjusting
drilling parameters to achieve the desired BHA performance. (Bit weight, RPMs, etc.)
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7. Maintain a wellbore trajectory record in the Operations Supervisor's office by calculating the
azimuth and inclination of the wellbore from surveys.
8. Maintain a current wellbore plot in the Operations Supervisor's office using the wellbore
trajectory record.
9. Provide a daily cost to the Operations Supervisor for directional equipment/tools and services
provided by the Directional Company.
10. Maintain an inventory of directional equipment/tools on the Drilling Rig.
MWD/LWD Engineer Responsibilities
1. Maintain the MWD/LWD unit and related equipment on location as specified in the contract.
2. Ensure that sufficient MWD/LWD tools are on site as specified in the contract.
3. Maintain 24 hour surveillance of the wellbore from the MWD/LWD unit during drilling
operations.
4. Maintain a record of all MWD surveys taken.
5. Assist the Directional driller, as directed by the Operations Supervisor, when calculating the
azimuth and inclination of the wellbore from MWD surveys. Ensure that survey correction
factors are understood and endorsed by Drilling Engineer, Operations Supervisor, and
Directional Driller.
6. Complete the directional drilling pre-job survey data sheet, sign, and present to the operations
supervisor.
7. Maintain a pipe tally which is separate from the driller's pipe tally.
8. Provide the Operations Supervisor a copy of the MWD/LWD log daily and fax a copy of the
log to ExxonMobil personnel as directed by the Operations Supervisor/Wellsite Geologist.
9. Protect personnel from exposure to radioactive sources if such sources are present on location
for LWD services.
Mud Logger Responsibilities
1. Maintain the Mud Logging unit and related equipment on the Drilling Rig as specified in the
contract.
2. Maintain 24 hour surveillance of the wellbore from the Mud Logging unit during all drilling
operations.
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3. Notify the driller and the Operations Supervisor of all drilling breaks, unreported changes in pit
level, increases in flow, and high gas units.
4. Notify the driller and the Operations Supervisor of any changes in cuttings, such as quantity,
size and shape or any parameter that may indicate an increase in pore pressure or the presence
of hydrocarbons.
5. Monitor the trip tank while on trips, logging, and any other time that the trip tank is used.
6. Maintain a pipe tally which is separate from the driller's pipe tally.
7. Maintain a current wellbore sketch that includes volumes and capacities of each hole section in
the wellbore.
8. Calibrate the gas detector a minimum of once every 12 hours and after circulating out gas units
near saturation.
9. Provide the Operations Supervisor a copy of the Mud Log and Mud Logging Report daily and
fax a copy to EMDC personnel as specified by the Operations Supervisor/Wellsite Geologist.
10. Ensure that a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for each mudlogging product on
the drilling rig.
Note: Where mud logging units have hydrogen gas feeding the Flame Ionization Detector
(FID), post warning signs indicating the flammable/explosive characteristics of the gas.
Inspect the hoses (typically polyflow) every 2-3 months, and replace if it has been
pinched, is brittle, or is discolored from normal clear or white color (OIMS manual
element 6).
Cementer Responsibilities
1. Maintain the cementing unit and related equipment as specified in the contract.
2. Advise the Operations Supervisor of any deficiencies in cement storage/transfer equipment.
3. Calculate the cement slurry volumes, mix water, and displacements for cementing operations as
specified in the Drilling Program.
4. Verify cement volume calculations with the Operation Supervisor prior to starting the
cementing operation.
5. Calibrate the liquid additive system (LAS), if applicable, prior to starting the cementing
operation.
6. Collect cement and cement additive samples from the necessary cement P-tanks and liquid
additive system prior to starting the cementing operation.
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7. Operate the cementing unit during cementing operations as directed by the Operations
Supervisor.
8. Maintain an inventory of all cement additives and cementing equipment on the Drilling Unit.
9. Assist the Operations Supervisor when ordering appropriate quantities of cement products.
10. Document all pumping/cementing activities in accordance with regulatory requirements using
recording equipment (chart recorders, densiometers, etc.) and provide the Operations
Supervisor with properly documented charts.
11. Ensure that a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available for each cement product on the
drilling rig.
2.7.
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pressure equalization shall be made, if possible. If working on a well with H 2S gas, all
workers in the area shall mask up while retrieving the plug.
2.7.5 Rotary Table Insert Bushing Locks
Rotary table insert bushings shall be kept locked at all times (or removed) except when
procedures specifically require them to be temporarily unlocked. A means of visually
determining locked status shall be provided.
2.7.6 Christmas Tree Equipment
Have an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) service representative on location
during installation and pressure testing of all christmas tree equipment.
All wellhead and christmas tree equipment has the potential to trap unexpectedly deadly
pressure between seals, in gate valve cavities, under pipe plugs, lockdown screws,
grease fittings and in small porting which has become plugged. Some models of gate
valves are especially prone to trapping pressure in the gate valve cavities. Trapped
pressure most commonly occurs in the split gate style valves and especially the WKM
models. Any valve that has service fittings, which access the valve body, should have a
permanent warning sign stating "WARNING: This valve has the potential to
internally trap pressure!"
2.7.7 Mud Logging Units
Where mud logging units have hydrogen gas feeding the Flame Ionization Detector
(FID) post warning signs indicating the flammable/explosive characteristics of this gas.
Inspect the hose (typically Polyflow) every 2-3 months, and replace if it has been
pinched, is brittle, or is discolored from normal clear or white color.
Responsibility: Operations Supervisor
Approval Authority for exceptions: Operations Superintendent.
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MEMORANDUM
EMDC DRILLING ORGANIZATION
TO:
Clyde J. Baldwin
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJ:
OIMS Risk Assessment for GI 16 OCSG 031 R-22 ST#1 "Sandberg" Drillwell
Consistent with Operations Integrity Management, the drilling team has completed a Risk
Assessment for the upcoming GI 16 OCSG 031 R-22 ST#1 "Sandberg" drillwell. Enclosed please
find the scenario worksheets for the four incidents identified as potential hazards by the team.
Please note that these four scenarios addressed in the attached worksheets are unique to this
location and are not covered by the existing EMDC Base Case Risk Assessment. The EMDC Base
Case Failure Event Scenario List is included for your reference.
If you should have any questions regarding this assessment, please do not hesitate to contact any
member of the team for clarification.
xc:
H. J. Longwell, III
Ensco 99 Drilling Superintendents
Element 2 Risk Assessment Custodian
Barge
Land
Platform
Jack-up **
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Surface blow-out with BOP stack on drillwell.
Helicopter/seaplane crash/mishap.
Fire/explosion on rig.
Person overboard.
Diver incident.
** applicable to R-22 ST#1 "Sandberg" drillwell
Barge
Land
Platform
Jack-up **
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X
EMDC
E
H
II
III
IV
LOCATION: Jack-up Drilling Rig
DESCRIPTION: Unexpected shallow gas is found when
drilling surface hole without conductor.
CONSEQUENCES:
HEALTH/SAFETY
PUBLIC DISRUPTION
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
I
III
RESPONSE TIME: Minutes for rig personnel to respond to initial event.
II
A thorough review of the most recent ST54 drilling program was performed to observe
expected gas units, mud weights used,etc.
B21 ST-1 in 2/98 was last drillwell prior to this current planned 3 well program.
B-31, "Hesperides," is the 1st well in this current 3 well program. R-22 ST#1, "Sandberg," will be
the 2nd well in the program.
2.
Preventative measures noted and planned for R-22 ST#1 include (1) control drilling to
maintain low mud weight "out" to preventlost returns and (2) preparation of a Lost Returns
plan.
3.
A thorough review of the well logs near surface indicated no presence of shallow
hydrocarbon-bearing sands. Both the originalB-1 logs, the more recent B-21 and B-31 logs
have been evaluated.
4.
Casing pressures have been measured on all annuli. The one well with notable pressure
(110 psi) on the surface casing was bledto zero and remained at zero after 24-hr monitoring;
B-21 will continue to be monitored and reported until spud.
5.
An evaluation of well interference indicates that (a) most wells from the "B"-platform were
drilled vertically and therefore inparallel to depths near 5000', and (b) directional driller will
drill vertically to ~4,500' MD , which is below the surface casing setting depth for
"Sandberg," and then kick-off
MITIGATION PLANS:
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As a result of the SIMOPS meeting with drilling, production, and operations personnel in
attendance, the following plans were established: 1) The PIC is the EMDCDO Drilling
Superintendent. 2) Emergency shutdown links are established by NOPO field operations. 3)
Communication links are established with the NOPO field foreman and GI 16 P platform base,
which is the G platform.
The diverter will be nippled up and tested while drilling surface hole.
Diverter drills will be performed with all crews.
The offset drive pipe for the B-30 well, Adonis, which is yet to be drilled, will be blanked off at the
surface to prevent an alternate conduit to the surface.
RISK WORKSHEET #1
HYPOTHETICAL FAILURE EVENT SCENARIO: Oil
Based Drilling Fluid Annular Injection
Accident/Mishap
II
DESCRIPTION: Mishandling, mechanical failure results
in exposure of personnel to Oil Based Drilling Fluid III
and to potential additives.
IV
H
P,E,F
ENVIRONMENTAL
HEALTH/SAFETY
PUBLIC DISRUPTION
IMPACT
CONSEQUENCES:
III
IV
IV
RESPONSE TIME: Minutes to respond to personnel injury. Potential for extended response to fire
incident.
ALTERNATE TO OPERATION: Store oil based drilling fluid cuttings in boxes and ship via boat back to
land. This would impose significant cost increases on this well. This alternative operation carries with
it its own risks.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES:
Personnel training (HAZCOM). MSDS available. Proper PPE. Equipment inspection, and
maintenance. Hydrotesting / leak testing of all injection well facilities. Injection of seawater prior to
any oil based mud / cuttings. JSA's. Rig will be set up for "Zero-Discharge Operation," with
appropriate plugs set in all jack-up deck drains. Contracting with competent contractors, either Apollo
or National Injection Services. Injection skirt installed around the top of the surface casing
MITIGATION PLANS: Medic on-site for water locations. Emergency equipment. Proper PPE. Fire
fighting teams and training.
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operation due to mechanical failure
I
II
E,F
III
HEALTH/SAFETY
IV
E,F
PUBLIC DISRUPTION
H
ENVIRONMENTAL
III(a)
IMPACT
IV
II(b),III(b)
CONSEQUENCES:
(a) - This potential failure event has potential for adverse media attention.
FINANCI
AL
IMPACT
II(b),III(
b)
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III
H
H
IV
PUBLIC DISRUPTION
CONSEQUENCES:
I, II, III
IV(a)
(a) - This failure event has potential for adverse Media attention.
E
H
II
HEALTH/SAFETY
E, F
E,F,P
ENVIRONMENTAL
FINANCIAL
IMPACT
IMPACT
III,IV
III,IV
RESPONSE TIME: Minutes to hours to extinguish. Potential for protracted response to major incident.
ALTERNATE TO OPERATION: Do not use oil based drilling fluid (too detriment of drilling performance and costs). Other risks inherent to drilling
operations.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES: Pits and shakers have a Skelton Foam Deluge System. Foam Deludge System: Test procedure will be
reviewed, complete water test the system & review of foam deluge shut down & startup procedure. Exxon Safety Manual, JSAs. Proper
venting and purging of enclosed spaces. Specification of safe welding areas and electrical classification areas (see API RP 500). Good
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II
III
PE
R-21.
IV
ENVIRONMENTAL
HEALTH/SAFETY
PUBLIC DISRUPTION
IMPACT
CONSEQUENCES:
I
III (a)
(a) - This failure event has potential for adverse Media attention.
III
FINANCIAL
IMPACT
II
RESPONSE TIME: Minutes to respond to initial event, days to several weeks to control blowout.
ALTERNATE TO OPERATION: Inherent risk. Drill free standing well away from current wellbores.
PREVENTATIVE MEASURES: Well path design with an emphasis on collision avoidance. Use two directional drillers plotting collision course
when close to offset wellbores. Critical well will be temporarily P&A'd above the depth of closest approach and GLG bled off the well. Will use
Op Tech Bulletin #99-111 as a guide to avoid wellbore collision. EMDC well control practices and policies. Technically and operationally sound
drilling practices. EMDC BOP testing guidelines and EMDC BOP function testing standards. Casing design specifications, casing inspection
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ExxonMobil Development Company Drilling Organization
BOPE EXCEPTIONS
Well Name:
Risk
Supv.
ppm
Category:
Field/Prospect:
Depth:Engr.
County, State
Engineer
H2S:
Opt. Supt.
Rig:250 ppm H S ROE:
Casing
Size
Depth
Drilled Interval
Max. MW
Required to
Balance Pore
Pressure
HC Exposed?
Y/N
Type
Exception
1.
2.
3.
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
Exception
Requested
MASP
PSI
BOP
Type
Flowline
Type
Choke
Type
Choke
Min. WP
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ExxonMobil Development Company
Location:
Rig:
Days:
TD Depth (MD/TVD):
FRR Date:
Emissions Data
Rig Fuel Consumption
gallons (U.S.)
No. of NOV's
waterNo. R.Q. Exceedances
LandNo. Fines
OtherFines Amount ($US)
Total
Exceedances
Oil Spills* > 1 bbl. No. to landVol. to land bbls. No. to waterVol. to waterbbls.
Chemical Spills* > 100 kg. No. to landVol. to landkgs. No. to waterVol. to waterkgs.
[Vol.(gal.)*Specific Gravity *(8.3 lbs./1 gal)*(1kg/2.2 lbs.)] =Mass(kg)
*Please send all spill or exceedance reports to Drilling Environmental Coordinator fax 281-423-4337
Waste Data
Drilling Fluid Type: SW, FW, NAF (OBM/SBM/OTHER)
Drill Cuttings (Only complete for drill cutting with NAF discharged to sea)
NAF Drill Cuttings disposed at sea Vol.
bbls.
%NAF on Cuttings
External
Recycled
(lbs.)
Ongoing (lbs.)
Periodic (lbs.)
Engineer:
Eng. Manager:
Include completed record in Final Well Report and send copy to EMDC Drilling Environmental Coordinator.
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3.1 MARINE OPERATIONS
3.2 Site Survey / Bottom Sweep / SIMOPs review
1
3.3 Moving
2
3.2.1
Moving Jack-up Rigs
3
3.2.2
Moving Platform Rigs
4
3.2.3
Moving Barge Rigs 5
3.3 Moving and Positioning 6
3.4 Pre-Loading (Jack-up Only)
7
3.5 Cargo Transfers 8
3.5.1
Precautions 9
3.5.2
Weather Limits
9
3.5.3
Heavy Lifts (Jack-Up Lifts in Excess of 10 MT)
3.5.4
Lifting Operations
10
3.5.5
Rigging Guidelines 11
3.5.6
Equipment Maintenance
15
3.6 Transportation & Personnel Transfers
3.6.1
Cargo Transport
20
3.6.2
Helicopter Operations 21
3.6.3
Personnel Transport-Helicopter
22
3.6.4
Personnel Transport-Supply or Stand-By Boat
3.7 Marine Training
3.7.1 General
24
3.7.2
3.7.3
3.7.4
Fire Drills
3.7.5
Fire Drill-Example
29
3.7.6
30
3.7.7
3.7.8
3.7.9
Specialized Drills
20
24
27
35
37
Detection
3.8.2
Appendix G-I
Appendix G-II
Appendix G-III
Appendix G-IV
24
37
38
38
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MARINE OPERATIONS
3.1
For applicable marine operations, a site specific operability study can be conducted by the EMDC
Technology Group or an approved Marine Engineering contractor.
Before a new rig is added to the fleet, a series of inspections must be performed on the new rig.
Section 3 -Appendix G-V is a guide to the specific inspections that must be done. Additional
inspections may be completed as required by the specific rig or drilling program requirements.
Prior to moving the rig onto a new or preexisting location, a shallow hazards assessment of the site
(OIMS Element 3) is to be conducted. The assessment will aid in the location of submarine cables,
pipelines, buoys, boulders, shallow gas, etc. should such obstructions exist in the vicinity of the
proposed location. The assessment should include a review of existing information for any evidence
of shallow hazards. Sources may include the following:
Offset well/soil data, previous bottom sweeps, site surveys, appropriate geological and
geophysical data, and offset well casing pressure.
Up-to-date maps of pipelines (including platform vent/flare lines) and data regarding the
position and characteristics of previous rigs that worked in the area.
Diagrams of Production Platform support piling positions and driven depths to assess JUR
spud can and platform pile interference potential (be sure to account for production
platform leg batter). Section 3 -Appendix G-IV (" Amoco/McClelland Study "Jack-Up
Rig Soil Disturbance") is the subject of a memo written by E. J. Henkhaus. The Drilling
Engineer is to reconcile all MIRU plans with this memo (and ExxonMobil's Civil
Technology Group, if required).
Regional seismicity (i.e., number and intensity of earthquakes) in earthquake prone areas.
Based on results of the shallow hazard assessments, a site survey may be conducted. The site survey
may include:
Magnetometer
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Review the potential for JUR leg run or punch through during pre-load operations. Previous preload
experience in the area and/or soil boring analysis will be good predictors of this.
A bottom sweep of the area in which the JUR will be positioned adjacent to the production platform
shall be conducted for each JUR/Production drilling program.
The area swept should include all area where the Jack-Up rig could set its legs onto the
seafloor (generally, this is within 500' of the platform).
All pipelines within 490' of the JUR spud cans shall be marked with sonar reflectors and
surface buoys, a safe entry/exit area cordoned off with markers, or proper waivers will be
obtained-from appropriate EMDC and EMPC management and regulatory agencies.
Company providing bottom sweep will provide a diagram of bottom sweep area
identifying pipelines marked and any underwater obstructions or previous spud can hole
identified. This should be included in the MIRV Procedure.
If there is significant delay between when the sweep is performed and when the rig will
actually move onto location (e.g. greater than 30 days) or if there is any significant
activity near the platform (e.g. construction), review with Production and the rig
contractor to determine if another bottom sweep should be performed.
A SIMOPs Checklist Memo (Section 3 - Appendix G-I) and review between appropriate EMDC
Drilling Op. Supt. and EMPC Op Supt shall be completed prior to JUR mobilization for each
JUR/Production drilling program.
If the decision is made to make any deviations from the guidelines set out in the SIMOPs
manual, this may be accomplished by routing a SIMOPs deviation for approval by
Production. A blank form is attached as Section 3 -Appendix G-II.
A platform survey meeting will be held to discuss platform specific issues (e.g., moving stairways,
moving cranes, process equipment protection near the cantilever, etc). This meeting should include a
representative from EMDC Drilling, EMPC, and the rig contractor.
3.2
MOVING
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1. A marine procedure must be documented in accordance with the drilling contractors Marine
Operation Manual.
2. Towing arrangements will be made well in advance.
3. Size and number of tow vessels required considering:
Government regulations
Distance of tow
4. Prior to initiating the move, inspection of all towing vessels shall include:
Tow winch
5. All equipment onboard must be properly secured prior to rig moves. Particular attention will
be given to the BOP stack and tubular goods.
6. Jack-Up vessel stability calculations after loading Company and third party equipment.
7. Function test the jacking equipment.
8. Description and or map of tow route.
9. A contingency procedure will be in place for heavy weather including:
Mitigating towing procedures such as slowing and turning into heavy weather.
10. In areas where applicable rig moves, should consider a lump-sum mobilization cost quote to
be obtained from the drilling contractor and an economic analysis should be conducted to
determine if EMDC Drilling will accept the lump sum proposal or choose to mobilize the JUR
on dayrate.
3.2.2 MOVING PLATFORM RIGS
Prior to commencement of any marine movement operations it is imperative that a review of
local regulations for notices be conducted to ensure the necessary permission has been obtained.
This information can then be used to evaluate the potential impacts of drilling operations and identify
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posted at the rig prior to spud. Other permits DOCD, APD, MMS, and State O&G Boards Plans for
Exploitation.
The following general operational guidelines apply to the platform during preparation for and
execution of transit operations.
1. A marine procedure must be documented in accordance with the drilling contractors Marine
Operation Manual.
2. A person designated by the project team conducts an onsite inspection to determine the preferred
placement of all rig packages in relationship to pipelines, facility process equipment, drain
systems, blowdown vent lines, and any other equipment that may be affected.
3. Towing arrangements will be made well in advance.
4. Crane barge arrangements will be made well in advance.
5. Check platform loading as it relates to the rig package equipment and secure Structural
Engineerings concurrence with the rig mobilization plan.
6. Review the proposed locations of living quarters, escape routes, diesel storage tanks, etc. and
determine what fire protection is necessary. A load down sequence should be planned &
documented to determine the sequence in which rig components should be loaded onto the
platform based on priority.
7. Locate all fire protection equipment stations on the main deck, and assess the need to relocate.
8. Survey the platforms firewater system to determine where a tie-in can be made to supply water to
the rigs fire main, and that piping pressure design is compatible. Ensure that the platforms
firewater pumps meet the GPM requirements for that facility.
9. Inspect all main deck drains to ensure they are clear of any obstruction, and determine if any
drains need to be isolated/modified due to the positioning of the rig packages.
10. A scale drawing depicting platform/rig equipment layout shall be developed highlighting the
designated safe welding area, as well as areas in which Hot Work is prohibited.
11. Locate all incoming and outgoing pipeline risers, and determine what protection these require
during the MIRU and drilling phase.
12. Ensure that a communication link is established between the barge and platform, particularly
between the barge crane operator and those persons spotting equipment on the main deck of the
platform.
13. Ensure that the contractor crane complies with the inspection requirements of API RP2D.
Documentation of this inspection is required.
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14. Review critical processes (i.e., NGL/high pressure injection lines) and assess the need for special
considerations in regards to emergency situations.
15. Review all electrical classifications applicable to the planned locations of the living quarters and
rig components.
16. Inspect the platforms diesel storage tanks, potable water storage, and various transfer pumps to
determine if they meet the needs of the rig. If the platform has a helicopter refueling system,
examine the piping and determine if the pump can be used if refueling station installation on the
rig's heliport is required.
17. Inspect all deck grating, plating, and handrails and arrange for repair or replacement a needed.
Examine the condition of any downcomers that may be installed for previously mobilized platform
rigs, and assess whether they can be reused.
18. Size and number of tow vessels required considering:
Government regulations
Distance of tow
Mitigating towing procedures such as slowing and turning into heavy weather.
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3. Surveying and dredging arrangements will be made well in advance.
4. Towing arrangements will be made well in advance.
5. Size and number of tow vessels required considering:
Government regulations
Expected weather
Distance of tow
6. All equipment onboard must be properly secured prior to rig moves. Particular attention will be
given to the BOP stack and tubular goods.
7. Description and or map of tow route and location of pipeline crossings and other facilities that
could impact rig move.
8. A contingency procedure will be in place for heavy weather including:
9. For barge rig moves the payment details should be specified in the drilling contract (i.e., dayrate or lump
sum).
3.3
A procedure for moving and positioning at the drilling site shall include: Towing
1. A lead vessel and tow master will be clearly established.
2. Obtain weather from the weather service and/or surrounding rigs/vessels along the proposed
tow path.
Note: The tow is not to be undertaken if winds and seas are expected to exceed 25 knots
and/or 5 feet at the mobilization location, the tow route, the final location, or during the
final jack-up and pre-loading operations. The Rig Contractor's insurance requirements
should be considered.
3. Attending tow vessels are to be attached by towing wires to the Jack-Up prior to the final
jackdown. This operation should be carried out in good weather and in daylight when possible.
GOM production JUR night move-in and positioning requires approval of appropriate EMDC
and EMPC management through the SIMOPs checklist/review process and appropriate
waivers/approvals from the MMS (if all pipelines are not adequately marked).
4. Actual draft, after all the legs are free of the sea bottom, will be compared to the calculated
number to ensure stability calculations are correct.
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5. The crew must ensure that a continuous check is maintained on the draft of the hull during the
tow.
6. All navigation lights on the rig will be operational.
7. The fog horn will be tested to ensure that it is operational.
8. A 24 hour watch will be maintained, during the entire tow, for shipping traffic and obstacles
(buoys, platforms, etc.).
Note: Specific individuals are to be assigned watch duty and such duty shall not be for more
than 2 hours continuous without a break.
Positioning
A surface positioning system will be utilized to monitor the drilling rig's position as it is navigated
onto the proposed location. The specific navigation procedure will be dependent upon the well
location and will be specified in the Move-In Rig-Up Procedure. The final position of the drilling rig
is to be verified after the legs have been pinned. The drilling rig's exact location, determined after an
adequate number of satellites passes, is to be within the stated tolerance as specified in the MIRU
procedure. For a rig cantilevered over an existing platform, the position will be deemed acceptable if
the hookload requirement can be met after positioning the drill package over the appropriate slot(s).
The drilling rig's heading will be specified in the Move-In Rig-Up Procedure drilling program or
supplemental procedure. This will generally be determined by cantilever/rotary table accessibility of
the desired well conductor slot on the production platform and the direction of the prominent winds
and wave forces for the proposed location and time of year. Engineer will specify the maximum
cantilever loads that will be available in the skidded- out position in the Move-in Rig-Up Procedure
and confirm that these will meet maximum well design loads both before and after final JUR
positioning. In a multi-well drilling program, the hookloads for all wells and positions must be
acceptable. Factors such as crane position, workboat logistics, etc. may also affect the programmed
heading of the rig.
Note: Anchors will not be used to hold the Jack-Up barge on location prior to pinning the legs.
Any use of anchors will require use of a detailed procedure and will necessitate an
exception to the standard (approval of the Field Drilling Manager).
3.4
Prior to leg penetration of the sea floor (pinning), an inspection of the sea bottom may be carried out
to ensure that pipelines, shipwrecks, spent armaments, and other debris are not present. This
inspection may be included in the site survey if one is conducted.
Prior to jacking-up to the predetermined work height, a pre-load must be applied. In general,
preloading must be conducted consistent with the rig contractors and rig manufacturer's standard
operating procedures. However, the following general guides apply as a checkpoint.
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1. The pre-load for the first cycle is to be applied with the bottom of the hull approximately 3-5
feet above the wave action line. Once the hull of the barge touches the wave action line during
pre-loading, all of the ballast water is discharged and the Jack-Up barge can subsequently be
jacked up to a 5 feet air gap above the wave action line.
Continue pre-loading until the Jack-Up stands firmly with no subsidence. The final pre-load
will be held for a minimum of 3 hours without further subsidence.
2. The preload requirements are to be in compliance with the Drilling Contractor's Standard
Operating Procedure, typically at or near maximum loading.
Note: Preload weights are to be included in the Core Jack-Up Move-In Rig-Up Procedure.
3. The actual leg penetrations are to be compared to the calculated values and previous Jack- Up
rig positions at the same production platform, and, if significantly different, additional sea bed
cores should be considered to determine the reason for the discrepancy and the actual sea bed
integrity.
4. During jacking operations, the sea water tower must operational at all times, with the normal
supply of sea water available in an emergency situation.
3.5
CARGO TRANSFERS
Cargo Transfer
Cargo transfer between supply vessels and offshore rigs/platforms represents one of the more
hazardous undertakings in the offshore environment. A Back-Down Buoy when servicing a Jack-Up
rig is recommended, especially during strong current/wind conditions. When setting a Back-Down
Buoy, ensure that it is not set on a pipeline or other subsea hazard. Do not use a production platform to
store drilling equipment without involving EMPC to ensure the structure can handle the planned load
with acceptable safety factors.
Guidelines in this section cover some of the major transferring operations. While there is no substitute
for good common sense, Marine and Jack-Up rig personnel are to use these guidelines and good
judgment to conduct transferring operations in a safe manner. A JSA (Job Safety Analysis) is required
prior to all lifting operations. A JSA is mandatory for all blind lifts and personnel lifts.
Definition:
3.5.1
PRECAUTIONS
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3. All slings are to have been certified and marked as to their ratings inclusive of end termination
and are to be re-certified every 6 months.
4. Crane hooks equipped with functioning safety latches, which are in good workable condition.
5. Crane operators who are properly trained and certified for Jack-Up work.
6. Good communications during all cargo-transferring operations (i.e., radio headsets, walkietalkie, etc.).
3.5.2
WEATHER LIMITS
Signaling methods.
Note: The above applies to any lift means, i.e., crane, BOP trolley, or any other lifting device.
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LIFTING OPERATIONS
Signaling methods.
5. Obtain approval from the Operations Superintendent and OIM before performing dual lifts
(i.e., use of two or more cranes for a single lift).
6. Plainly mark all lifts over 1 MT at dockside prior to loading onto the workboat.
7. Keep loads vertically below the boom hook to avoid swinging as much as practical.
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8. Ensure that crane hook is vertically centered over a lift prior to lifting off of supply vessels
picking up from rig decks.
9. Use tag lines on all lifts.
10. Attach loose slings to any load, which is not pre-slung on the supply vessel before connecting
load to the crane hook.
Note: The crane is not to support a sling while connecting the sling to the load.
Note: The only exceptions are the use of pallet bars for off-loading pallets and casing hooks
for off-loading casing.
11. Use a minimum of two (2) deck hands when handling cargo and attaching slings on the supply
vessel.
12. Ensure that all personnel wear Life Vests/Jackets while on the vessel deck while transferring
cargo from a supply vessel.
13. Take precautions to avoid binder slap back when removing chain binders on cargo from supply
vessel.
Note: Supply vessels will use chain binders to secure cargo and keep it from shifting during
rough seas conditions.
3.5.5
RIGGING GUIDELINES
Pipe bundle has slings that have only a single wrap around the pipe bundle,
Pipe bundle has short slings, which result in a crane hook angle of more than 30 degrees.
Pipe bundle has slings around the pipe bundle, which is more than 25% of the pipe length
from the end of the pipe bundle.
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Tubular Off-Loading Guidelines
Dependent on the size of tubular, utilize the following sling arrangements:
30"
20"
13-3/8"
9-5/87"
5" Use either casing hooks or slings, 4 joints per lift maximum Use pre-slung, reasonable
number of joints (or smaller)
Note: Pre-slung bundles are to have two slings, each having two wraps around the pipe with a
minimum of five pipe joints per bundle for sizes up to and including 5".
Note: Pre-slung bundles for casing larger than 5" up to 7" casing is to have a minimum of four
joints per bundle.
Note:
Table No. I
Table No.2-
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Table No.3-
3.5
Personnel baskets
10.0
3. Calculate the load per sling leg by dividing the total vertical load by number of slings then
dividing again by the cosine of the lift angle (i.e., angle between slings at crane hook).
4. Ensure that the slings are of sufficient length so that the maximum angle between the slings at
the crane hook is 60 degrees for containers, etc. and a maximum of 30 degrees for bundled
pipe (i.e., 50 ft sling lengths for 40 ft pipe bundles and 40 ft sling lengths for 30 ft pipe
bundles).
Note: If the sling leg length equals or exceeds the horizontal distance between load attachment
points (i.e., padeyes), the lift angle is 60 degrees or less.
5. Locate each sling leg a distance equal to 15 percent of the bundled pipe length when lifting a
pipe bundle (i.e., 6 ft. from the end for 40 ft pipe joints).
6. Use wire rope slings.
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Note: Wire rope slings break one strand at a time whereas chain slings break with little or no
warning. Also, chains are less resistant to shock loading.
7. Use galvanized wire rope when possible.
8. Ensure that galvanized chain is not used in offshore environments as the strength deteriorates
to some unknown value over time.
9. Use wire rope choker hitches that utilize a slip through or reeve eye thimble.
10. Only use sliding choker hooks that are of the safety latch design.
11. Do Not use a safety shackle through a soft-line eye to make a hitch connection.
12. Ensure that sling hooks as well as crane hooks have a fail safe hook latch.
13. Ensure loads engage fully about the throat of the hook and that point loading does not occur
for the sling on the crane hook.
14
Use shackles that are either the screw type or pin-bolt-nut type.
Note: Loads, which have permanently dedicated shackles, are to have a cotter pin outside the
shackle nut.
15.
Use casing hooks that are self-tightening with a pressure lock and manual release.
Note: If open type hooks are necessary, use an interconnecting pull line longitudinally between
the hooks.
3.5.6
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Definition:
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6. Apply proper lubricants correctly to rigging equipment.
7. Brush light oils directly on rigging equipment from the oil container.
8. Heat medium to heavy oils prior to applying to rigging equipment.
9. Use lubricants that do not contain metals (i.e., not used crankcase oil).
10. Use lubricants that are water repellent and have a good penetrating ability.
11. Consider a lubricant for slings, shackles, chains, etc. from the following list:
Rocal Rd 105
Note: The following is an example of the strength reduction in "rust-bound" wire rope
assuming the wire rope diameter remains constant (i.e., no reduction due to corrosion).
Same wire rope in an unused condition but with mild corrosion Will
break at approximately 22 tons with only 1.63 percent stretch.
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TABLE NO. 1
WIRE ROPE SLING SAFE WORKING LOADS
Galvanized, BS 6166:1981 Uniform Load Method/Extra Imp. Plow Steel (180 kgf/mm2)
Maximum Lift Angle = 60 Deg.
Max. Safe Working Lds (Metric Tons) (Safety Factor = 5) - Max Safe Working Ld (Mt)
Rope Dia.
Single-Leg
Two-Leg
Two-Leg
Four-Leg
mm (in)
Hitch
Double Choker
Hitch
Hitch
9 (3/8")
1.0 MT
1.1 MT
1.4 MT
2.1 MT
13 (1/2")
2.1 MT
2.2 MT
2.9 MT
4.4 MT
16 (5/8")
3.3 MT
3.4 MT
4.6 MT
6.9 MT
19 (3/4")
4.6 MT
4.8 MT
6.4 MT
9.6 MT
22 (7/8")
6.2 MT
6.5 MT
8.7 MT
13.0 MT
26 (1")
8.6 MT
9.0 MT
12.0 MT
18.0 MT
28 (1-1/8")
10.0 MT
10.5 MT
14.0 MT
21.0 MT
32 (1-1/4")
13.1 MT
13.7 MT
18.3 MT
27.5 MT
38 (1-1/2")
18.5 MT
19.4 MT
25.9 MT
38.8 MT
51 (2")
34.8 MT
36.5 MT
48.7 MT
73.1 MT
TABLE NO. 2
CHAIN SLING SAFE WORKING LOADS
Heat Treated Alloy Steel (800N/mm2)-BS 6166: 1981 Uniform Load Method
Max. Lift Angle = 60 Deg
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Max. Safe Working Loads (Metric Tons) - (Safety Factor = 4)
Chain Dia
Single-Leg
Two-Leg
Two-Leg
mm (in)
Hitch
Double Choker
Hitch
Four-Leg
Hitch
6 (1/4")
1.5 MT
1.6 MT
2.1 MT
3.1 MT
8 (5/16")
2.0 MT
2.1 MT
2.8 MT
4.2 MT
10 (3/8")
3.2 MT
3.3 MT
4.4 MT
6.7 MT
13 (1/2")
5.4 MT
5.6 MT
7.5 MT
11.3 MT
16 (5/8")
8.0 MT
8.4 MT
11.2 MT
16.8 MT
19 (3/4")
12.5 MT
13.1 MT
17.5 MT
26.3 MT
22 (7/8")
16.0 MT
16.8 MT
22.4 MT
33.6 MT
26 (1")
20.0 MT
21.0 MT
28.0 MT
42.0 MT
32 (1-1/4")
32.0 MT
33.6 MT
44.8 MT
67.2 MT
Stock Diameter
13 mm (1/2")
1.8 MT
--
16 mm (5/8")
2.5 MT
--
19 mm (3/4")
3.9 MT
4.8 MT
26 mm (1")
9.2 MT
8.6 MT
32 mm (1-1/4")
13.3 MT
15.2 MT
38 mm (1-1/2")
18.1 MT
24.0 MT
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45 mm (1-3/4")
23.6 MT
34.5 MT
51 mm (2")
36.9 MT
47.2 MT
57 mm (2-1/4")
45.1 MT
--
64 mm (2-1/2")
55.7 MT
--
70 mm (2-3/4")
67.4 MT
--
Wire Rope
Diameter
Minimum
No. Clips
Torque
6 mm (1/4")
121 mm
9 mm (3/8")
165 mm
13 mm (1/2")
292 mm
16 mm (5/8")
305 mm
19 mm (3/4")
457 mm
22 mm (7/8")
483 mm
25 mm (1")
660 mm
29 mm (1-1/8")
864 mm
32 mm (1-1/4")
940 mm
38 mm (1-1/2")
1219 mm
51 mm (2")
1803 mm
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3.6
CARGO TRANSPORT
Supply Vessels
1. Coordinate the loading and unloading of the supply vessels at the base through the
Materials Supervisor.
2. Notify the Materials Supervisor of the cargo type and the expected arrival time to ensure
efficient handling of equipment and tools at the Base.
3. All returned material must be shown on a Material Transfer Cargo Manifest (MTCM) and
sent on the supply vessel with the materials showing the following information:
Description of Item
Note: Any hazardous cargo is to be clearly marked as such on both the MTCM and the
item container.
Note: Separate MTCMs should be used for different material owners, i.e., rental tools to
be returned to different Contractors should be shown on separate manifests.
4. All cargo on supply vessel decks departing the base shall be secured.
5. Weather permitting, all cargo on supply vessel decks departing from offshore shall be
secured.
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6. Vessels shall have gates across their stem at all times except when handling anchors or
setting out buoys.
7. No individuals shall be allowed on the deck of supply vessels while the vessel is
underway or standing by when there is cargo on deck.
8. Tubulars 5" and smaller shall be pre-slung in appropriate numbers per bundle both
outbound and inbound.
Helicopters
1. Transport of cargo via helicopters is limited to small lightweight items unless critical to
the operation. Proper approvals must be in place prior to transporting any cargo other
than small lightweight items. Typically, procedure/equipment used for airlift of heavy,
non- standard items will require consultation with Aviation Department contact and Field
Drilling Manager.
2. Potentially hazardous material such as batteries, paints, acidic or corrosive chemicals,
etc. are not to be transported via helicopter.
3. An accurate cargo and weight manifest for all helicopter transportation, including
passengers, must completed prior to boarding (OIMS Manual Element 6).
3.6.2
HELICOPTER OPERATIONS
Helideck
1. Pilots are to lock brakes while on the helideck if the helicopter has wheels.
2. Helideck is to have rope mats or non-skid surface.
Note: Rope mats must be of the proper size to avoid entanglement of helicopter
skids/wheels.
3. Rope mats must be securely tied down.
4. Helideck must be marked clearly with landing circle and have the location name clearly
visible from the air.
Landing & Takeoff
1. Only the Jack-Up helideck shall be used for helicopter operations. Any exception to use
the platform's helideck must be cleared with Operations Superintendent & Production.
2. All cranes are to be shut down 10 minutes prior to landing/takeoff (OIMS Manual
Element 6).
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3. Supply boat/standby boat should be off anchor and ready to respond during landing and
departing.
4. Fire stations are to be manned with a trained fire team ready to respond whenever a
helicopter is landing, refueling, or departing, and during engine startup/shutdown. (OIMS
Manual Element 6).
5. Helideck is to be cleared of all arriving/departing passengers and/or cargo prior to
moving passengers and/or cargo onto the helideck for boarding.
6. Notify Shore Base of Helicopter arrivals and departures. (OIMS Manual Element 6).
Note: Shore Base is responsible for the "Flight Tracking System". (OIMS Manual
Element 6).
7. Trained personnel shall be designated to initially approach helicopters after landing to
open and shut the helicopter's doors and then only after receiving permission from the
pilots.
8. An announcement shall be made of all helicopter landing/departure on the rig's public
communication system (OIMS Manual Element 6).
Refueling -Emergency Situation Only
1. Shut down the helicopter, clear the helideck of all non-essential personnel and man the
helideck fire fighting equipment during refueling operations. (OIMS Manual Element 6).
2. Only use approved refueling equipment.
3. Pilots are to personally:
3.6.3
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Passengers names
Company Affiliation
2. Offshore bound fax lists will be sent from the Shore Base and shore bound fax lists will
be sent from the offshore site.
3. Manifests will accompany all flights listing the passengers and their Company; (OIMS
Manual Element 6)
a. Outbound Flights: Manifest will be prepared by Shore Base Dispatcher and a
copy given to the offshore site dispatcher upon arrival of the helicopter.
b. Inbound Flights: Manifest will be prepared by Offshore Site dispatcher and given
to the helicopter prior to its departure from offshore.
4. Helicopters are not to be scheduled at night unless a medical emergency exists (some
geographic night flights may be necessary due to limited daylight hours).
Responsibilities
Helicopter Passenger
1. Approach the helicopter from the 3 or 9 o'clock position only after directed by the pilot.
2. Wait for escort at rig/shorebase prior to embarking/disembarking.
3. Walk as close to the nose of the helicopter as possible when crossing in front of the
helicopter paying attention to pivot tubes which may be hot.
4. Never walk under the tail section or around the rear of the helicopter.
5. Wear PFD's or inflatable life jackets while on the helicopter when flying over water.
6. Fasten seat belts before takeoff and keep seat belt on until the helicopter arrives at its
destination.
7. Never move about the cabin when the helicopter is in flight.
8. Be certain that the helicopter landing is complete before unfastening the seat belt.
9. Do not smoke any time while on or near the helicopter.
Helicopter Pilot
1. All passengers will be given a safety orientation/ditching instructions prior to boarding
helicopters at the shore base location. (OIMS Manual Element 6)
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2. Instruct passengers to remain on board until the rotor blade is at a complete stop if
shutting down the helicopter.
3. Load and unload passengers with the rotor blade in motion only after announcing to the
passengers that the helicopter will not shut down and to proceed with caution.
Offshore Installation Manager
1. Ensure passengers sign in and record body weight and luggage.
2. Ensure manifest is complete. (OIMS Manual Element 6)
3. Ensure personnel meeting helicopters (i.e., fire teams and dispatchers) are trained
personnel, properly organized, and in position prior to helicopter arrival/departure.
4. Ensure that a public announcement is made prior to all helicopter landing/departures.
(OIMS Manual Element 6).
3.6.4
In general, the preferred method of transport, even in an emergency, is via helicopter. However,
when boats are used, a JSA should be prepared and reviewed with all personnel prior to
boarding.
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4. Ensure that each drill crew member understands their emergency designated assignment
for drill scenario (i.e., securing well).
5. Walk through drills and coach key personnel as necessary to ensure crew is familiar with
their designated assignments and that all others know signals, muster points, and
evacuation procedures.
6. Utilize announcements over public address system as necessary.
7. Hold a discussion session after completing drill and critique areas for improvement.
8. Each drill, including a group discussion and critique, should take approximately one
hour.
3.7.2
Reporting
1. Record all drills on Daily Drilling Report.
2. Record all drills on Daily IADC Report.
3. Forward a Marine Emergency Drill Report Form to the Operations Superintendent.
Note: See the "Blank Form" in this manual (Section 3 -Appendix G-III) for the Marine
Emergency Drill Report Form.
Marine Drill Frequency
1. "Fire Drills" -Initial drills as required to plan and organize Fire Fighting Squads and
weekly thereafter.
Note: Conduct fire drill during hours of darkness and/or hold drill without priors notice
to crew once every month.
2. "Abandon Rig Drills" -Frequently until all personnel know their stations and the
abandonment procedure and muster checks are satisfactory (i.e., all personnel report to
muster points). Conduct the drills weekly thereafter.
Note: Conduct" Abandon Rig Drills" during hours of darkness and/or hold drill without
prior notice to crew once every month.
3. "Man Overboard Drills" -Initially as required to plan and organize Response Teams
and every two weeks thereafter.
Note: Conduct man overboard drill during hours of darkness and/or hold drill without
prior notice to crew once every month.
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4. "Specialized Drills" -As required to train designated response teams to ensure team
members are proficient at their assigned duties. This type of training does not in itself
satisfy the requirement for weekly drills since only part of crew participates. It is,
however, valuable in developing a well-trained crew.
Note: Hold Fire Drill and Abandon Rig Drill concurrently as a weekly drill when
practical.
Note: Conduct training in the use of rescue equipment and assignment of duties in lieu of
man overboard drills on days of inclement weather.
3.7.3
Conduct Drill: Realistic drills simulate an actual condition and require crews to perform
as though an actual emergency situation existed.
Critique Drill: Discussion: session will identify problem areas and help identify areas
for improvement.
Marine Drill Planning Guidelines
1. Design each drill to emphasize a single aspect of responding to an emergency situation.
This should increase the chance of this aspect being recalled during an emergency.
2. Emphasize the principal aspects listed in Section 3.7.1 during the drills.
3. Choose appropriate location to emphasize a particular aspect during drill.
4. Write down scenario for the drill and distribute to the various team leaders.
5. Follow through with planned drill trying not to change conditions of the drill
6. Vary day and times of drills to ensure that all crew members are prepared to react
efficiently to a real emergency.
7. When practical, plan safety meeting to follow a drill to encourage discussion of drill.
Marine Drills Guidelines
1. Avoid exposing crew or Jack-Up to situations that may place them in jeopardy.
For example, do not use toxic gases when training crew members in the use of
selfcontained breathing apparatus nor start fires to test fire fighting system.
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2. A void placing crew in high risk situations; however, avoiding all risk should not be the
basis for failing to test some safety equipment.
For example, launching lifeboats in mild seas can entail some risk; however, this risk is
acceptable since operating this equipment increases the chance of successful deployment
in a real emergency.
Critiquing Guidelines
Ensure that key supervisory personnel critique drill and lead a discussion, which focuses on the
principal aspect of drill immediately following all drills. All Jack-Up personnel should be
encouraged to participate in the discussion session following a drill.
Critique and discussion sessions should:
3.7.4
Assess whether drill focused on the particular aspect as planned. Determine if drill
was conducted in realistic manner.
Discuss situations that could have developed if this had been a real emergency
situation.
Establish agreed upon areas for improvement that need practice during future drills.
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5. One member on each Fire Fighting Squad is to be appointed assistant Squad leader.
6. Off-duty personnel should participate in this drill when feasible.
7. Conduct an unannounced fire drill and/or night drill once every month
8. Drills should include a mock injury and/or a rescue situation.
9. Occasionally designate the Squad leader as the injured person during a rescue situation so
that assistant Squad leader is leading the Fire Fighting Squad.
10. Fire locations should be varied.
Fire Drill Procedure
The following steps constitute an effective fire drill:
1. The observer of the fire should sound the alarm and advise the facility of the location of
the fire.
2. The Person In Charge (PIC) or his delegate should immediately go to the pre-designated
command center (e.g., radio room, bridge, control room, etc.).
3. The rig communication equipment and procedures are to be tested by alerting designated
shore base that a "fire drill" is in progress.
4. The Fire Fighting Squads are to muster at the scene of the fire.
5. The Person In Charge (PIC) or his delegate will notify the drill crew to secure the well
and activate the Emergency Shut Down (ESD)/Deluge system.
6. Drill crew secures well (i.e., when drilling/tripping, position pipe to well shut-in position
and close BOP except when in open hole).
7. Mobilize a stand-by boat or supply vessel, if available, to a standby position.
8. Communicate reports during each phase of drill to designated "command center"
9. All personnel not involved in fighting the fire or in critical rig operations are to muster at
their designated muster stations.
10. A muster shall be taken to ensure that all personnel are accounted for and the results
reported to the Person In Charge (PIC).
11. The Fire Fighting Squad response is to include a simulation of actions necessary to
mitigate the fire if an actual emergency was in progress.
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12. Squad leader is to communicate hazardous material situations to Person In Charge (PIC)
or his delegate.
13. Designated personnel are to standby for action necessary to support Fire Fighting Squad.
This will include such duties as stretcher bearers, etc.
14. Post a fire watch after fire is out to guard against ignition.
15. Person In Charge (PIC) is responsible for de-watering operations and monitoring standby
vessel throughout fire fighting operations.
16. Squad leader is to prepare a critique after fire drill and hold a discussion session.
17. Complete the Drill Report and forward to the Operations Superintendent.
3.7.5
SCENARIO
DATE/TIME:
4-25-84/0030
LEVEL:
Serious
LOCATIONS:
Cementing Room
FIRE:
INJURED:
No.2
EMPHASIS:
FIRE SCENARIO:
CONDUCT
SOUND ALARM
- Sound Alarm
- Announce Drill -Fire location.
- Check Communications. Call shore base & boats.
ASSEMBLE
INVESTIGATE
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RESCUE
EXTINGUISH
CRITIQUE
DISCUSS
REPORT
3.7.6
In order to assist in reconnection of lifeboat lowering lines after drill is complete and to assist in
correcting unforeseen mechanical problems, this is the minimum complement required for drill
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Abandon Rig Drill Guidelines
1. Ensure that rig radio frequencies, rig location, and headings to safe refuges are posted in
each lifeboat.
2. Occasionally hold drill without prior notice to crew.
3. Partially lower (i.e., 10-15 feet) all lifeboats once each week, weather permitting.
4. Launch lifeboats, navigate in open water, and retrieve monthly if possible but at least
once per quarter.
5. Only launch lifeboats during reasonable weather/sea conditions and when a
supply/standby vessel is prepared to rescue if necessary.
6. Conduct an unannounced abandon rig drill and/or night drill once every month, and at
least once per month, the drill should include a mock injury or a rescue situation.
7. Personnel are not required inside lifeboat while partially lowering and raising.
8. Test engine and sprinkler system on lifeboats weekly when water can be supplied.
9. Do not lower a lifeboat into water until engine(s) is running.
10. Ensure that a minimum of four (4) men are in lifeboat when launched.
11. Man lifeboat winches with qualified individual (e.g., rig electrician or mechanic) during
launching and recovery of the lifeboats.
12. Simulate securing the well and activating the rig ESD/Deluge system.
The following steps constitute an efficient Abandon Rig drill:
1. Ensure that a supply/stand-by vessel is moved to the vicinity of lifeboat landing area
prior to lowering lifeboat if actual launching is to be conducted.
2. Sound designated alarm for abandon rig. The type of alarm is on rig station bills in
numerous locations. Announce that this is a drill over public address system.
3. Rig communication equipment and procedures are tested by alerting designated shore
base that a "Lifeboat Launching Drill" is in progress.
4. All personnel are to report promptly to their station bill assignment and collect their
abandonment cards from the card holder unless excused to continue operations. Excuses
require prior approval of the Operations Supervisor and are by exception only.
5. All personnel are to wear appropriate attire and carry survival gear to drill (i.e., either life
jacket or survival suit depending on environment).
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6. Life Boatmen prepare Life Boat for boarding (i.e., attach grips and safety pendants),
7. Personnel enter Life Boat following instructions by Boat Commander and fasten their
seat belts immediately.
8. Persons whose cards remain in the cardholders at the abandonment stations are located.
9. Radio contact is made before launching and maintained at all times on a predetermined
clear frequency between Boat Commander and Person In Charge (PIC) or his delegate
who has overall charge of drill.
10. Engine(s) is started and operated for several minutes.
11. Boat Commander is to explain the operation and lowering procedure.
12. If NOT LAUNCHING the Life Boat, all personnel aboard the Life Boat are to exit in an
orderly fashion and muster for drill discussion.
13. If LAUNCHING the Life Boat, all personnel aboard the Life Boat except the "Minimum
Life Boat Complement" are to exit in an orderly fashion and muster for drill discussion.
14. Boat commanders are to ensure a clear landing area below lifeboat before lowering.
15. Once lifeboat leaves davits, no one other than the Boat Commander shall do anything to
affect lowering of lifeboat.
16. The order to release lifeboat from lowering lines shall not be given by anyone other than
the Boat Commander and shall not be given by him until he ensures by visual means that
lifeboat is waterborne.
17. Boat Commander will release and maneuver lifeboat away from rig to a pre- designated
rallying point. As practical, operate all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
18. Boat Commander is to maneuver lifeboat along side of rig, attach lowering line hooks to
lifeboat.
19. Raise lifeboat back up to davits and secure before personnel exit lifeboat.
20. Boat Commander is to conduct a verbal critique with his crew upon completing drill.
Discussion should focus on areas for improvement and alternate abandonment
procedures.
21. Person in charge is to critique drill with Boat Commanders.
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SCENARIO
DATE/TIME:
4-25-84/0030
LEVEL:
MAJOR
LOCATIONS:
Aft lifeboats
FIRE:
None
INJURED:
No. 0
DAMAGE:
EMPHASIS:
SITUATION:
LOCATION:
CONDUCT
SOUND ALARM - Sound Alarm.
- Announce forward boat not operable.
- Check Communications. Call shore base/boats.
ASSEMBLE
LAUNCH BOATS
(Simulate)
LAUNCH BOATS
(Actual)
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DISCUSS
REPORT
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2. Pass the words "Man Overboard" upon throwing dummy overboard.
3. Post a look-out(s) at the best point possible with binoculars whose sole responsibility is
to keep sight of the person overboard, as long as possible, and continually point toward
him.
4. Rig communications equipment and procedures are tested by alerting designated shore
base that a "man overboard drill" is in progress.
5. Throw a life ring in the vicinity of man overboard (i.e., buoyant dummy) as soon as
practical. Periodically, use lights and smoke flares to add realism to drill.
6. Person in charge is to muster Rescue Team at rescue boat. The rig medic is to provide
first aid to man overboard.
7. If a supply or stand-by vessel is available, notify vessel for assistance. Vessels are to
deploy scramble nets as soon as practical.
8. If retrieval is possible by crane, crane operator is to lower a personnel basket with two
crew members, wearing lifejackets, to retrieve the man overboard.
9. When weather permits, launch rescue boat and retrieve Man Overboard. Ensure that the
Electrician or Mechanic is operating the rescue boat winch on the rig. In this scenario,
assume individual(s) are not able to assist themselves and determine the suitability of
retrieval tools and techniques to recover an injured or unconscious individual after going
overboard. Assess suitability of technique if weather conditions were significantly worse.
10. If rescue boat is not launched, retrieve Man Overboard dummy with supply/standby
vessel.
11. Muster entire crew to a pre-designated location. Perform roll call to determine the
number and names of missing crew member(s). Report results to person in charge.
12. Upon completion of drill, make appropriate log entries including the time required to
recover the man overboard.
13. Rescue Team Leader is to prepare a critique and hold discussion session with the Rescue
Team and rig Personnel.
3.7.9
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Life boat Launching -Small number of the crew launch and operate the boat.
Helicopter Fires -Fire Fighting Squad tests foam systems for a helicopter fire.
Specialized Fires -Fire Fighting Squad practices mitigating a fire in an enclosed space
using breathing equipment.
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3.7.10 PRINCIPAL ASPECTS OF DRILLS
Drill scenarios should empathize skills listed below.
Fire Drills:
Abandon Rig Drills:
Coordinating communication
Coordinating communication
Enclosed spaces
Limited access
Injured personnel
Breathing Equipment
Coordinating Communications
Stretchers
Fire hoses
Radios
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The only way to avoid collisions is to spot errant ships early and issue warnings. Procedures and
guidelines described below should be followed.
3.8.1
DETECTION
Action plans for different approach radar and ship course headings. Ship
notification plans
Abandonment procedures
5. Ensure that all navigational aids (lighting and foghorns) are operational.
6. Advise all Drilling Unit personnel during Safety Meetings to be on the lookout for
approaching ships.
7. Immediately notify the Offshore Installation Manager after spotting questionable ships or
vessel approaching
8. A sonar pinger will be installed and operational at all times once the rig is positioned.
3.8.2
In areas of high risk, i.e., near shipping lanes or heavily traveled routes, radar procedures
described below should be implemented on the drilling unit.
Radar Operation
1. The Drilling Unit's radar installation is to be located:
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In an area providing visual contact with the surrounding outside seas, i.e.,
bridge, etc.
Away from heavily traveled and noisy areas, i.e., not to be located in a radio
room. Near VHF Marine radio.
2. Qualified and trained radar operators are to man the radar station 24 hours per day and be
relieved by qualified marine personnel at least every 3 hours for breaks.
3. Radar unit settings shall be maintained as follows:
Continuously man the radar station except when relieved for breaks.
Track all ships within a 12 nautical mile range and determine their course
heading.
Contact ships reaching 5 nautical mile range of Drilling Unit's position and
request ships maintain 2 nautical mile separation.
Alert Procedures
1. Ships within the 12 nautical miles primary radar range will be marked with the "EBL" by
the Radar Operator who will track the vessel heading and determine the course heading.
2. Ships reaching the 5 NM range will be contacted by the Radar Operator:
Radio Contact Established
Verify the vessel crew is aware of the Drilling Unit installation's position.
Request the vessel maintain a 2 nautical mile separation from the Drilling
Unit.
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Radar Watch Operator will notify the Offshore Installation Manager (OIM).
OIM will dispatch supply/standby vessel to attract the ship's attention (e.g.,
fire hose, ships horn, radio).
Contact the vessel to divert its course and/or determine if ship has mechanical
difficulty.
4. Ship reaching the 4 NM range and on a collision course which cannot be contacted
and/or has mechanical difficulty (engine/steering failure):
Offshore Installation Manager
Operations Supervisor
Abandon rig.
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SECTION 3 - APPENDIX G-I
MEMORANDUM
ExxonMobil Development Co. Drilling
DATE:
TO:
FROM:
SUBJECT:
BACKGROUND
The
jack-up drilling rig is scheduled to begin operations at the
" " Platform
on about
. On
, a SIMOPS meeting was held to evaluate the risks
involved with simultaneous drilling and production operations at the platform. Following is a summary of the
review of the SIMOPS Move-In/Rig-Up Checklist for Jack-Up Drilling Rigs.
SIMOPS MIRU CHECKLIST REVIEW
1) A mudline survey with divers and/or side scan sonar may be necessary to check for any obstacles or
debris that might be in the immediate area where the rig is to be positioned. Determine if area
pipelines need to be buoyed for the planned approach of the rig. At those platforms where a jack-up rig
has previously operated, the footprint of the rig is to be studied to determine if it can be reused. (NOTE:
The side scan sonar is typically performed if a jack-up rig has not been at the location within 12
months, or if any substantial construction or workover work has been performed within the last year).
Note, if any pipelines are within 490 ft of the rig, the MMS requires buoys, unless a waiver is obtained.
Global positioning is usually sufficient to obtain a waiver unless the spud cans are very close (~50 ft) to
the pipeline.
3) Evaluate the platform leg batter and positioning of dolphins for potential interference with rig legs.
Drilling/Subsurface engineering will provide scale drawings of the rig, spud cans, etc.
4) Review the location of all pipelines, underwater flare lines, process equipment vent lines, pipeline
risers, etc. and determine if any relocation or protection work is necessary. Active pipelines that are
expected to be located beneath the jack-up barge shall be depressurized during the MOB/DEMOB. For
those lines to be reactivated following MIRU, a joint decision by Drilling and Production Operations
Management is made regarding any special precautions necessary to ensure that an appropriate level
of safety is maintained.
5) Determine if the main deck production processing equipment located beneath the cantilever requires
protection or relocation. (NOTE: There are to be no unprotected pressurized process vessels, such as
separators, glycol contact towers, etc., located beneath the cantilever, nor any gas venting in this area).
6) Unprotected process equipment located within 10 ft. of the cantilever shall have a fire monitor, operated
from the rig, directed on it.
7) Locate all fire protection equipment stations on the main deck, and determine if they require relocation.
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8) If the platform has a firewater system, ensure that it is operable and meets the
deliverabilityrequirements for that facility.
9) Ensure that the location of the rig's designated safe welding area meets all MMS and ExxonMobil
regulations (consider distances from existing combustible material or any process equipment
containing hydrocarbons).
10) A scale drawing depicting platform/rig equipment layout shall be developed highlighting the designated
safe welding area, as well as areas in which Hot Work is prohibited.
11) Inspect all platform deck grating, plating, boards, and handrails, and arrange for repair or replacement
as needed.
13) Record all casing pressures on both producing and non-producing wells. This information is
transmitted to the Drilling or Workover Engineer.
Casing pressures on ALL are as follows:
Well Name
Inside Conductor
Inside Surface
Note: NA means that there is no pressure seal & gauge on the annulus.
14) Review with the Field Superintendent the rig move schedule to coordinate Production Operations while
the rig is being mobilized/demobilized and cantilevered into position over the platform.
Field Supts:
&
, x- or
EMDC Drilling Supts:
at ( ) -
15) A scale drawing showing the position of the rig and cantilever in relation to the platform process
equipment, fire protection equipment, lighting, escape routes, etc. is developed and distributed.
16) Ensure the contractor crane complies with the inspection requirements of API RP2D. Documentation
of this inspection is required.
17) An Emergency Evacuation Plan (EEP) data sheet is completed and submitted for approval to the local
Officer in Charge of Marine Inspection of the United States Coast Guard prior to spud. The Field
Superintendent shall gather the data for the EEP and forward it to the Regulatory Affairs Engineer.
18) If the rig is located on a platform with production quarters, the rig's emergency alarm system is
connected to the production alarm system and these alarms are to be compatible.
19) Ensure that sufficient emergency lighting is available at all living quarter exits, along escape routes,
and at the escape capsules to provide safe transit to the muster areas.
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PERSON IN CHARGE (PIC)
The
will be the PIC. The Drilling and Field
Superintendents will work together to coordinate tying the rig and platform ESD systems together, utilizing
the I&E Technician, per the SIMOP's Manual.
The PIC and Field Superintendent should communicate each day prior to the 6:00 AM Production safety
meeting regarding safety issues and work status.
APPROVALS
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US-EAST SIMULTANEOUS OPERATIONS DEVIATION REQUEST
DATE:
LOCATION:
ORIGINATOR:
FIELD PIC:
TYPE OPERATION:
TYPE ACTIVITY:
REQUIREMENT NO:
IDENTIFY TYPE OF REQUIREMENT: MMS
MUST
SHOULD DURATION
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APPROVAL REQUIRED:
FIELD SUPERINTENDENT: ORIGINATOR'S OA ID:
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Purpose
To document current practice of compliance with the Mobile Offshore Unit Marine Safety
Section of the ExxonMobil Upstream Design Guidance Manual
1.1
These inspections ensure that the MOU equipment complies with the Upstream Design
Guidance Manual, is maintained, and is operational. Additionally, it will address
personnel competency and personnel performance in critical marine functions and
emergency response.
The inspections are performed in accordance with the following guidelines:
1. Upstream Design Guidance Manual Mobile Offshore Unit Marina Safety
2. Offshore Installation Escape, Evacuation, and Rescue Analysis Assessment
Guidelines, EPR.61PR.96
3. Exxon Guidelines for Preparing and Conducting Effective Drills on MOUs.
A third party company (ModuSpec) with surveyors trained in these guidelines has been
contracted to perform the inspections and report findings.
1.2
Structural Integrity
1.2.1 Assessment
For MOUs or designs that have had a structural integrity assessment in the past. The
assessment consists of:
1. A review of previous hull and leg inspections including the Classification Society
(ABS, D&V, Lloyd's) Special Periodic Survey. Technical assistance in reviewing
these documents is available from Stan Christman in the Drilling Technology Group.
2. A review of previous operating history
3. A review of the specific site environmental conditions.
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For new MOU designs a structural and fatigue analysis is required and should be
completed with the technical assistance of the Upstream Research Company.
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1.2.2 Inspection
The inspection if required consists of visual and NDT of the following areas: cantilever,
crane pedestals, helideck, jacking system, jackhouse structure, spud cans, and legs.
Inspection plans for routine inspections can be developed by Bennett & Associates
or ModuSpec. The URC should be contacted for inspection plans for unusual
jackup applications such as sea ice, high seismicicty, unusual soil conditions, etc.
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Introduction
General Operations Guidelines
Pre-Spud Operations
Structural Drive Pipe
Conductor and Surface Casing Interval
Diverter Operations
Intermediate / Protective Casing Interval
Production Casing / Liner Interval
Slot Recovery / Whipstock / Section Mill / Cut & Pull
Wellbore Anti-Collision Guidelines
Requirements for "Collision Risk" Wells
Requirements for All Directional Wells
Directional Surveying and Deviation Control
Drill String Design
Bottom Hole Assemblies
Hydrogen Sulfide Considerations
Hydrogen Sulfide Contingency Plan
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4.1
INTRODUCTION
This section provides guidelines for conducting a safe, efficient, and environmentally sound drilling
operation. These guidelines may be modified based on actual well conditions after approval as
specified in OIMS.
Specific requirements for each well will be covered in core drilling procedures designated by each
drill team for their specific drilling operation. For details on the installation of the various wellhead
components, refer to the wellhead manufacturer's operations manual.
Applying proven drilling technology to efficient rig operations is essential to minimizing drilling
cost. Since every hole drills differently, the drilling supervisor should remain flexible and exercise
good judgement in requesting permission to make changes to an approved procedure. Extensive
planning and design criteria has gone into the makeup of an approved drilling procedure. If
upgrades are required because of onsite learning's or firsthand knowledge, the MOC (Management
of Change) process must be used (see Section 4 Appendix VII for suggested MOC Form). This
process ensures that all drill team members have had the opportunity for input and are aware of all
changes.
There are a number of factors which contribute to fast, trouble free drilling: 1) consistently follow
good practice, 2) complete rig acceptance tests and crew safety training prior to spudding, 3) set up
communications and reporting systems prior to spudding, 4) have all material and equipment
necessary for a job on location and checked, 5) have environmental protection systems installed and
functioning prior to spudding, 6) select the proper bit, 7) properly design bottom hole assemblies, 8)
run low solids drilling fluids, 9) optimum hydraulics, 10) drill team members maintain an
awareness of hole conditions, 11) implement and follow stuck pipe prevention practices, and 12)
recognize well control early warning signs immediately.
The intent of this manual is not to give specific recommendations for every situation but to give
guidelines. Drilling personnel must also rely upon their experience and training to supplement this
manual.
4.2
1. All depth measurements are to be made from a consistent reference point, the top of the kelly
drive bushing. "RKB" when determined on a rig with a top drive system shall mean the
surface of the rotary table. After nippling up the casing head, record on the daily drilling
report the elevation of the spool flange relative to RKB.
2. The slip handles are to be tied together to prevent accidental dropping of the pipe during the
following conditions:
3. During routine drilling in normal pressure zones, WOB and RPM's are to be varied as
required to maintain maximum performance. When drilling near anticipated abnormal
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pressure zones, the drilling parameters are to be maintained constant to allow for more
accurate pressure detection.
4. Below each string of casing, except conductor, a pressure integrity test is to be conducted
after 10' of new hole has been drilled to determine the formation integrity. The PIT will
normally be taken to leak-off or jug tested to the pressure specified in the procedure, but will
not exceed the casing test pressure (see Section 11 of this manual).
5. On trips, the blind rams will be closed when the drill string is removed from the wellbore.
Caution will be used when the blind rams are opened, due to the potential for trapped
pressure. Each rig must have a procedure in place to monitor pressure below the blind rams
when they are closed.
6. When pipe is out of the hole, a rotary cover will be installed.
7. The locking mechanism to lock the master bushing in the rotary and bowls in the master
bushing must be free and functional for the rotary to be considered operational. The kelly
bushing shall be locked at all times (or removed) except when procedures specifically require
them to be temporarily unlocked .
8. While tripping in the hole, fill the drill string frequently. Frequency is to be determined by
the drilling superintendent based on current mud weight, hole conditions, and depth. The trip
tank will be used while running in the hole unless otherwise addressed by the Field Drilling
Manager. If it is used, pump the trip tank mud across the shale shaker when emptying.
It is preferable to use the maximum acceptable mud level drop in the annulus instead of the
number of stands run as a drill string fill up guideline while tripping the hole. For example,
assume five inch 19 1/2 ppf drill pipe is being run in a hole and the drill pipe float allows no
mud to enter the drill string. After running 1,860 feet, the drill pipe float fails allowing the
mud to U-tube and balance in the drill pipe and annulus. Depending on the hole size, the mud
level would drop as follows:
Hole Size, inches
8
12
17
19
An equation specifically for 5 inch 19 1/2 ppf drill pipe to calculate the fluid level drop for the
above scenario is:
d = L x [ 18.32 / ((D x D) - 6.68) ]
where:
d is the mud drop in the annulus, in feet
L is the length of 5 inch drill pipe run without filling, in feet
D is the hole diameter, in inches
A general equation to calculate the mud drop for a different size string being run in the hole is:
d = (C x L) / (A + C)
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where:
The drilling engineer can easily generate a series of tables for a specific well and an optimum
fill up schedule based on an acceptable downhole pressure drop which would be based on
pore pressure estimates while drilling.
9. The completion or plug and abandonment program should be developed while drilling
proceeds. This allows equipment to be procured in a timely manner and completion or P&A
considerations, such as casing pup joints run to aid in perforation depth control, to be
implemented during the drilling phase.
10. A non-ported float will be run when drilling through casing set at insufficient depth to allow
for the well to be shut in. After sufficient casing is set to allow the well to be shut in, a ported
float will be run. Modification to the drill pipe float, including porting, must not be done on
the rig. Field modification of drill pipe floats is not allowed. Either a Model "F" (plunger)
or Model "G" (flapper) may be used as a solid float. Only a Model "G" may be used with a
hardened port in the flapper. The common sizes of float valves are:
Bit Size
6 inch
8 1/2 inch
12 1/4 inch
Tool joint 3 1/2 Regular 4 1/2 Regular 6 5/8 Regular Float valve size 2F-3R 4R
5F-6R
A safety valve (ball open) and inside BOP (plunger locked down) will be on the rig floor. A
safety valve and an inside BOP will be available, on the rig floor, for each size drill pipe that
is currently used. Prior to running or pulling any casing liner or tubing, a cross-over back to
the safety valve and a safety valve must be on the rig floor. The safety valve must be function
tested and the test must be documented on the IADC report and DMR.
11. The Crown-O-Matic will be checked daily and after slipping the drilling line. Results of this
inspection must be recorded daily in accordance with MMS Regulations.
12. Flow check all connections.
13. The fast (hard) shut-in method using the annular preventer to shut-in the well will be used.
14. Do not test a lubricator with perforating guns inside to a higher pressure than the perforating
guns are rated.
15. Casing annulus pressure should be monitored daily on all rigs with surface wellheads. If
casing pressure is detected, it should be reported on the Daily Drilling Report. The situation
should be reviewed with the Operations Superintendent to determine if any corrective actions
are warranted, e.g. bleed off, increased monitoring, etc. (OIMS Manual Element 6).
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16. Standpipe or mud pump suction screens are preferable to drill pipe screens. Only run
downhole screens when no nuclear source tools are in the BHA. Always discuss use of DP or
downhole screen with Operations Superintendent.
4.3
PRE-SPUD OPERATIONS
Metal (no used casing thread protectors are to be sent to the United States)
Garbage (including ground food waste) in accordance with USCG MARPOL
regulations
Paper and cardboard
Used engine oil - Contractor Responsibility
Mud - Per applicable NPDES Manual
Drill solids (where regulations require) -NPDES Manual
Sewage and effluent - Per NPDES Manual or Discharge Compliance Program (ensure
that the drilling unit's treatment plant is operational)
Well Completion/Workover/Treatment Fluids - per NPDES Manual
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It is sometimes necessary to wash-out the drivepipe during driving operations if the drive hammer
blows per foot reach the recommended maximum prior to achieving planned/adequate drive pipe
penetration. Wash-out of drive pipe during driving operations requires risk assessment including
consideration of shallow hazards, prior MMS approval, and appropriate EMDC and EMPC
management approval.
4.5 CONDUCTOR AND SURFACE CASING INTERVAL
The D&E procedure provides details for the following operations: conductor hole drilling;
conductor casing running, cementing & hang-off; diverter procedures; surface hole drilling; surface
casing running, cementing, hang-off, and wellhead installation.
1. The purpose of the conductor casing is to provide adequate Well Control integrity to allow
drilling to the surface casing point. Conductor casing is typically required when:
An active drilling program has not been conducted on a specific platform within the
previous 12 months.
There is significant shallow gas and/or lost returns potential present.
Offset well casing pressures and potential casing leaks present the possibility of
encountering charged formations shallower than the surface casing depth.
2. The purpose of the surface casing is to provide adequate Well Control integrity to allow
drilling to the next casing setting point (protective or production casing depth). Surface casing
is the first casing string on which the full 5 preventer BOP stack is nippled-up. Surface
casing supports the weight of all subsequent strings of casing, tubing and surface equipment
(i.e. blowout preventers or the wellhead and tree). The setting depth will range from 2000
feet to several thousand feet. Surface casing is cemented to surface either during the primary
cement job or after the primary job with a grout job.
Unless otherwise specified in the drilling program, conductor and surface holes will be drilled from
below the drive pipe shoe to ~20' below the planned shoe depth for the respective casing. Make
sure to stop drilling prior to exceeding the maximum permitted depth for the hole interval. The
rathole is less critical with a weld-on wellhead as it is probably desirable to set the conductor or
surface pipe on bottom. The conductor and surface holes will generally be drilled with SW-gelCLS
mud systems to total depth.
Where significant shallow gas risk is identified, the conductor or surface hole may be drilled
utilizing a pilot hole to facilitate well control operations. The primary means of well control during
pilot hole drilling is a dynamic kill. The annular clearance between drill collars and the wellbore
provides a friction pressure drop, to help increase the effective BHP at high circulating rates in the
event of a well control problem. If the well kicks, circulate drilling mud at maximum rate. The bit
should be within 200 feet of bottom. Spot one ppg heavier mud or barite plug if well flow cannot
be killed with regular mud. Circulating heavier mud around may cause lost circulation.
The following general guidelines are for pilot hole drilling operations:
1. A volume of one ppg heavier than drilling weight kill mud can be mixed and maintained in
reserve until the pilot hole has been drilled. The minimum volume of mud to be mixed will
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be specified in the drilling program and will generally be the sum of the annulus volume
between the drill string and the pilot hole from TD to the flowline plus the volume required
to stop reservoir flow as determined by dynamic kill simulations for the applicable hole
geometry and reservoir conditions. In areas where the potential for the presence of shallow
gas is low, dynamic kill simulations will not be required. If the dynamic kill calculations are
made, a volume pumped versus pump rate plot will be produced which has a No Kill Region
and Kill Region.
2. During critical operations (drilling, tripping, etc.) conducted while drilling the pilot hole,
either the operations supervisor or the tool pusher should be on or near the rig floor.
3. If the rig is equipped with a top drive, rotating while pulling out of hole will reduce the
swabbing effect and reduce the chance of influx. Pumping out of the hole is also an option.
4. Minimizing hole washout, avoiding excessive mud seepage, controlling return mud weight,
and directional control/wellbore avoidance are more important than high rate of penetration
for the conductor and surface hole sections.
4.6
DIVERTER OPERATIONS
A diverter assembly composed of spacer spools, drilling cross, and an annular will be nippled up
during all conductor and surface hole drilling. A kill line will be connected to one of the spool
outlets and the diverter lines will be connected to the two 10" side outlets. The primary
consideration is to have a straight diverter line with a non-restrictive valve (ball or gate valve). The
diverter line must extend beyond the rig cantilever and must not be directed onto the platform or
toward the drilling rig and should account for prevalent wind direction.
Controls should be sequenced to prevent closing the annular prior to the down wind diverter line
valve opening. Anchor the end of the diverter line. Consider need for installing a flare line remote
ignitor.
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After tagging cement with the bit and prior to drilling out of the shoe, do well control drills. Review
shut in procedure with both crews. Shut in well and circulate well through the choke manifold. Let
drilling crew members work the choke. (Alternately this can be done after displacing the hole with
mud to determine the choke line pressure drop for kick calculations.) A casing test will usually be
mandated by the governing regulatory body prior to drilling out and after landing the BOP stack.
Run a pressure integrity test after drilling out below the intermediate casing string. Update kick
sheet daily while drilling.
4.8
The following discussion deals with methods of drilling new wells or hole sections from in or
around existing wells. Slot recovery allows for new wells from the surface while whipstocks and
casing cut & pulls reuse existing casing to reach new objectives. In general, deep whipstocks will
be less expensive than cut & pulls (C&P), which are generally cheaper than slot recoveries and new
drill wells.
When deciding on whether or not to reuse a wellbore, factors to include are: the direction of the
existing well compared to the desired objective(s), existing casing program vs. hole sizes and
completion necessary, future life of the existing completion, ability to reach (and others on a
multiwell program) and have needed hookload, and others.
If an existing well is to have part of it reused, maximum effort should be taken to confirm the
suitability of the well prior to moving the rig onto location. This includes a thorough researching of
the well's history (e.g., drilling wear, noted pressure tests, cement records), inspection of the
wellhead by a qualified service technician, pressure testing casing as possible, and performing all
possible P&A work. If the cement job for a casing string is questionable, it is sometimes advisable
to run a high-quality imaging tool (e.g., Schlumberger's USIT log) to determine cement quality and
TOC behind the casing; this can aid in Whipstock placement and help decide if a C&P is possible.
Many times, the various procedures described will be run together (e.g. C&P production casing to
allow a Whipstock from the surface casing). It will be important to verify compliance with the
appropriate regulatory guidelines and obtain approval for operations.
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Slot Recovery
Slot Recovery is a method of opening space on a platform for a new drillwell that has had all of its
conductor slots used by previous wells. This helps avoid costly platform modifications that could
otherwise be required. Diver Divert and Drive Pipe Whipstock are the two types of slot recovery
available for use once the subject well has been fully P&A'd (see Section 13 for details on P&A
operations).
For a Diver Divert slot recovery, all strings of casing (including drive pipe) are cut and recovered
from ~5 feet above the mud line. The new drive pipe is lowered through the platform's conductor
guides to below the water line where divers then guide the new drive pipe to the side of the existing
casing stubs. The new drive pipe is then driven to the desired depth and well operations proceed as
normal. It is often desired to have a deviated drive shoe on the bottom of the drive pipe to help
ensure separation from the old well as quickly as possible.
For a Drive Pipe Whipstock slot recovery, all strings of casing (including drive pipe) are cut and
recovered 60 80 feet below the mud line. A whipstock is attached to the bottom of the new
drive pipe and lowered through the platform's conductor guides to the existing casing stubs.
Whipstocks are available with either a spear or an overshot and can be oriented to the direction
desired. Once the whipstock is mated to the abandoned conductor, the new drive pipe is sheared off
of the whipstock and the drive pipe is driven to the desired depth. Again, operations can now
proceed as normal.
Drive pipe whipstocks are generally the preferred option because there is no requirement for divers
to be in the water. Both options require special evaluation of the anticipated drive pipe deflection to
determine if one or more platform conductor guides will have to be removed.
Whipstocks
Casing Whipstocks are mechanical devices set inside of existing casing and are used to exit from
previously drilled wells. The Whipstocks can be either single-trip or multiple trips. The difference
in price between single-trip and multiple-trip should be evaluated for each situation (generally,
single-trip systems will be more economical on deeper exits while the multiple-trip are better for
shallow exits where trips are fast). The general plan of operations is that the Whipstock is run in
hole, oriented, and set (either mechanically or hydraulically). The Whipstock should be oriented to
the direction desired for sidetrack (generally ~30 45 from highside). Then, casing mills are
used to exit the casing and make enough new hole to perform a PIT. Once this is complete, new
drilling operations are able to proceed. It is important to never rotate anything across the face of the
whipstock; this will help prevent the whipstock from turning and causing the new hole to be lost.
The fluid system should be sufficiently viscous and have ditch magnets in place to help remove the
metal shavings from the system.
Section Milling
Section milling is similar to whipstocking in that existing wellbore is exited by milling a hole in the
casing. The main difference is that the means of exiting the casing is not a mechanical tool. To
Section Mill, underreaming-type casing mills are run into the existing casing string and a hole is
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milled in the casing (typically, ~100'). A cement plug is then placed across the milled interval and
the well sidetracked off of this cement plug. This method is preferred over Whipstock operations
when the new hole section will be long, directionally complex, or otherwise cause excessive wear
and tear on the whipstock that could cause failure (and thereby lose the new hole).
Casing Cut & Pull
The benefit of casing Cut & Pulls for sidetracking new hole is the increased hole size available by
removing one or more strings of casing. The basic plan for a C&P is to lower a casing cutter
(generally hydraulic) into the hole to the desired cutting depth, cut the casing, then attempt to pull
the old casing from the hole. Based on the depth of the cut, the removal of casing could either
expose formation or the previous casing string.
4.10 WELLBORE ANTI-COLLISION GUIDELINES
Wellbore anticollision guidelines in this section are a recommended minimum standard for all
operations. These guidelines should be reviewed on a well by well basis. Any exceptions to these
standards requires Operations Superintendent approval.
1. The most critical piece of information in the anti-collision arena is data quality. All
platform surveys and RKB's should be reviewed by a qualified individual to ensure the data
is correct, reasonable and free of errors. Pay particular attention to azimuth round-off error
and RKB datum height (these have been incorrect in the past).
2. Once a well path has been generated, have the directional contractor run an anti-collision
report. Review the report and identify the wells that will need to be addressed individually.
Obtain the most recent wellbore sketches for every well on the platform and for all wells
that pass near the proposed well (wells may originate from an adjacent platform or an open
water location). Pay attention to tubingless wells, producing wells, gas lifted wells, and
plugged wells.
3. In the SIMOPS meeting held between EMDC and EMPC, discuss the status of the
previously identified wells. Plan to shut in, bleed off and or set plugs in wells close to the
proposed well path.
4. During drilling operations near interference issues, survey every stand and use current
technology to provide the best information possible (i.e., surface readout gyro). Have the
directional contractor supply an additional directional driller to run projections and
anticollision reports only. Use a jetting assembly to steer near interference. Minimize Drill
string rotation (DO NOT USE A MOTOR) while near another well. Monitor constantly for
torque, LR, metal cuttings, cement, or any other parameter that could indicate interference.
4.10.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR COLLISION RISK WELLS
1. Collision avoidance planning and operating requirements (Items 1-7) will apply to
Collision Risk Wells. Collision Risk Wells are defined as:
2. Any well drilled from a multi-well pad or structure (includes abandoned wells).
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3. Single-well operations, if the planned trajectory is expected to pass within 100m (330 ft) of
that of an offset well.
4. If SIMOPS or local regulatory collision avoidance requirements are more stringent than
EMDC requirements, the more conservative requirements will be followed.
5. Either Wolff & DeWardt or ISCWSA models may be used to develop collision avoidance
and EOU calculations. The vendor is responsible for selection of tool error factors and the
performance of their proprietary software.
6. The least-distance method will be utilized to calculate the separation between ellipses.
7. Ellipse of uncertainty calculations will be based on 2 standard deviations (2).
8. Offset monitoring and shut-in requirements for Collision Risk Wells are determined by
Separation Distance or Separation Factor requirements, whichever is larger. FDM
approval is required to operate with an EOU Separation Distance < 10ft, or Separation
Factor < 1.5. The FDM may approve exceptions to shut in requirements if risk can be
reduced to acceptable levels through operational practices.
SEPARATION DISTANCE
If the EOU Separation Distance projected to the next survey point is < 10 ft, monitor the
applicable offset annulus continuously.
If the EOU Separation Distance projected to next survey point is < 5ft, shut in the offset
and set a plug below the estimated intercept depth (or close SSSV if its below intercept
point). Monitor annulus continuously.
SEPARATION FACTOR
If the EOU Separation Factor projected to the next survey point is < 1.5, monitor the
applicable offset annulus continuously.
If the EOU Separation Factor projected to next survey point is < 1.2, shut in the offset
and set a plug below the estimated intercept depth (or close SSSV if its below intercept
point). Monitor annulus continuously.
1. As a final planning check, the onsite directional driller is to run an independent collision
avoidance profile for Collision Risk Wells prior to commencing work.
2. Anti-collision plots will be maintained for Collision Risk Wells at the rig site. Updates are
required following each survey until the potential intercept point is passed.
4.10.2 REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL DIRECTIONAL WELLS
1. Written directional and proximity monitoring plans will be included in the program. The
engineer, first line engineering supervisor, and operations superintendent must endorse the
plan prior to field implementation.
2. FDM approval of MOC is required for changes in trajectory after final plan approval that
create 1) a Collision Risk Well, or 2) a change in the shut in requirements of an offset
well (per Separation Factor or Separation Distance rules).
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3. The drilling program will specify the type of survey tools and minimum frequency of
surveys in each interval.
4. Critical pre-drill planning data will be summarized and transmitted to the survey
anddirectional contractors in writing. The data will include, but not be limited to:
Well Name
Magnetic Declination
5. All survey data will be communicated between parties at the rig site in a standardized
format. Either the contractor or ExxonMobil may develop the format (electronic or
written).
6. The drilling engineer will review the information in the final well survey for accuracy and
initial it prior to distribution.
7. Geologic targeting requirements will be obtained from the client organization in writing.
8. The survey plan and trajectory will ensure that the wellbores two-sigma ellipse
ofuncertainty fits fully within the specified geologic target on the planned line of approach.
If this cannot be achieved, client management approval is required to drill a trajectory with
a reduced probability of landing within the target area.
4.11 DIRECTIONAL SURVEYING AND DEVIATION CONTROL
The purpose of the guidelines in this section is to maintain directional control on all wells (vertical
and directional) as drilling progresses. Directional control ensures a known bottom hole location
and well trajectory in order to avoid collisions/damage to offset wells and efficiently drill to the
geologic objective(s) and relief well targets if necessary. For relief well purposes, it is important to
know the position of the well to within 50 feet, which is the effective range of noise log and
MagRange tools.
For the purpose of applying the following general survey requirements, a vertical well is defined as
a well that has less than three degrees of inclination from surface to total depth. The following table
summarizes the minimum surveying requirements:
Type of Well
Requirement
Vertical Well (less than 3) Inclination Survey every 1000' Directional Well
during normal Inclination and Azimuth every 500' drilling
Directional Well during planned
Inclination and Azimuth every 100'
angle changes
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Prior to setting surface and deeper
casings in both directional and
vertical wells
Total Depth on both directional
and vertical wells
A composite survey from either the drive pipe or conductor shoe to TD must be provided per MMS
requirements.
Surveying Guidelines
1. If well surveys are required beyond the minimum summarized above, they will be specified
in the drilling program.
2. To determine surveying requirements, the following casing definitions will be used:
Drive, or Structural, - pipe which is driven to support unconsolidated deposits and provide
hole stability for initial operation (normally 20-30 inch).
Conductor - Set below drive pipe and before surface pipe to mitigate some shallow drilling
hazards.
Surface - a blowout preventer stack is nippled-up on top of this string and a pressure integrity
test is run after the casing shoe is drilled. Surface casing cannot be used as production casing,
without a written exception from the field drilling manager.
3. A gyro deviation survey will be taken at the total depth of the drive pipe hole or shoe.
Typically a gyro must be run because the pipe is driven in place.
4. Surveys taken with a MWD tool are definitive, and it is not necessary to confirm MWD
surveys with a single shot survey. Standpipe or mud pump suction screens are preferable to
drill pipe screens. Only run downhole screens when no nuclear source logging tools are in
the BHA. Always discuss use of drill pipe screens with Operations Superintendent.
5. In cases where bottom hole location is critical, an electronic multi-shot or gyroscopic survey
may be run. EPRCo's Wellpath program or vendor software can be used to estimate the
amount of error that results from using various survey tools and aid in the decision to run a
multi-shot or gyro survey.
6. The drilling superintendent should be provided directional data on a continual basis. For
directional wells, the directional driller and drilling engineer are to maintain a wellbore
trajectory record and a current wellbore plot. All directional plots are to be updated, and any
significant deviation from the planned directional program is to be presented to the operations
superintendent immediately. The minimum curvature calculation technique should be used.
7. Survey results are to be reported on the survey screen of the daily drilling report and IADC
Report. All directional information should be converted to GRID measurements when
reported and plotted.
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4.12 DRILL STRING DESIGN
Drill String Guidelines
1. All drill string connections are to be torqued to API recommended values except as identified
in the appropriate procedures.
Jet-Lube's Kopr-Kote can be used for every connection from bit to kelly/top drive.
KoprKote does not contain zinc or lead. Prior to application of Kopr-Kote, the tool joint
threads should be cleaned to bare metal.
To prevent galling of the non-magnetic components when using Kopr-Kote, connections
should be cleaned, inspected, and given a MAG-COAT. Without MAG-COAT, nonmagnetic
connections will have a higher incidence of galling using Kopr-Kote.
2. Change the drill pipe stand breaks on every trip.
3. Maintain an accurate strap of the drill pipe on the rig floor. The well depth is determined by
the driller's STM.
4. Use a drilling jar that has a large ID so that it is possible to use a wireline string shot or
severing charge if required.
5. Drill string components should have the same basic connection OD unless a bottlenecked
crossover is used to provide a transition. All drillstring component connection OD's must be
externally fishable for the hole size they are used in. Exceptions must be approved by the
Operations Superintendent.
6. If possible, the drill string is to be designed to withstand a minimum of 100,000 lbs. of
overpull in a straight hole and 150,000 lbs. of overpull in a directional hole.
7. The drill string is to be designed to withstand predicted combined torque and tension loads
using the FORCAL program (see Directional Drilling BHAs) for difficult directional wells
and/or critical wells.
8. Limit the rotary torque during normal drilling operations to drill pipe connection makeup
torque in order to prevent over-torquing the drill pipe connections. Check the actual makeup
torques used by the Drilling Contractor.
9. If the drill pipe is new or refurbished, inspect tool joints for abrasive hard banding which
could damage casing.
10. Perform proper break-in procedures for newly cut drill pipe connections.
Drill String Inspections
Drill string components will require periodic inspection based on rotating hours and type of drilling
service (i.e. critical or standard). The following inspection frequency is recommended:
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Rotating Hours Between Inspections
WELL SERVICE
Drill Pipe
Drill Collar/BHA Components
CATEGORY
6" and Smaller
6-1/4" and Larger
Critical Service
1500
150
200
Standard Service
2500
250
300
The above intervals should be adjusted based on experience and failure experience.
The recommended inspection methods for drill string components are to be in accordance with
Standard DS-1, Drill Stem Design and Inspection, Second Edition, by T. H. Hill and Associates,
March 1998 manual. Inspection service categories, acceptance/rejection criteria, and exceptions to
DS-1 are given in the ECIDO Drilling OIMS Manual.
There are several classifications of well categories and OIMS requires that drill string inspection
frequency as well as casing design be based on well categories.
The OIMS manual designates well service categories as standard or critical in Element 3 and lists
three conditions which qualify a well as critical.
The top drive should have a magnetic particle examination of the exposed surfaces on all load
bearing components annually to determine the presence of fatigue crack indications.
4.13 BOTTOM HOLE ASSEMBLIES
General
Guidelines in this section address the design, care, and makeup of bottom hole assemblies for
drilling operations to meet the following objectives:
2. Never make up drill collars or BHA components by reversing the rotary table. Tighten each
connection separately. Do not double up to save time.
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3. When breaking out drill collars, rotate slowly with a slight upward pull on the blocks. Do not
allow threads to jump after the collar is backed out.
4. To avoid galling, a good rig practice is to "walk out" the drill collar joint using chain tongs.
5. Change the stand breaks on the BHA/drill collars on every trip.
6. Optimize jar placement by running jars near most likely stuck point.
7. Keep an accurate drawing of all BHA components including the dimension of each
component (OD's, ID's, lengths, serial numbers, etc.). The dimensions should be measured in
such a way as to contribute toward successful fishing. Outside diameter dimensions should
be taken with a caliper that will just slip over the body by its own weight.
8. Gauging the bit after makeup will ensure that it was not pinched by the bit breaker. Refer to
Section 5 (Bit Classification and Hydraulics) for gauging guidance.
9. Maintain stabilizer blade OD, according to the BHA programmed design, by gauging them
every trip and replacing as needed. It is preferable to not change more than one stabilizer per
trip. Follow the gauging guidelines given in the bit section.
10. Lift sub pins should be cleaned, inspected, and lubricated on each trip. If these pins have
been damaged and go unnoticed, they will eventually damage all of the drill collar boxes.
BHA Design
The bottom hole assembly that is to be used in each hole section will be specified in the pertinent
drilling procedure. The following considerations should be included when performing a BHA
design:
1. HeviWate drill pipe run between the drill collars and drill pipe provides a transition zone as
well as additional available string weight. In deeper wells with increasing angle, minimizing
HWDP to assist in optimizing drilling hydraulics is a common practice.
2. Ensure that crossovers from large diameter drill collars to smaller drill collars or drill pipe do
not exceed a 2" reduction in size, or that the stiffness ratio does not exceed 5.5 for a
noncritical well or 3.5 for a critical well.
3. The acceptable drill collar and BHA tools bending strength ratio is 2.25 to 3.20.
4. These bending strength ratios may not be possible with small drill collar sizes such as 4 3/4
inch drill collars with 3 1/2 IF (NC 38) connections. Experience has shown that rotary
shoulder connection failures have rarely occurred using 4 3/4 inch drill collars even with
BSRs below 2.0.
5. Select components of the BHA considering lost circulation material requirements and
potential for drill string sticking and subsequent fishing operations (nozzles, motors, MWDs,
etc. may plug when pumping LCM).
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6. Ensure that all BHA connections have boreback stress relief box connections and stress relief
grooves on pins.
7. Spiral drill collars are preferred to minimize differential sticking potential.
8. Straight welded blade stabilizers minimize swabbing in gumbo sections. Stabilizers with a
longer contact area increase wall support area in soft formations. Stabilizers with a shorter
contact area are preferable in hard formations. Consider use of spiral, integral blade
stabilizers with adequate bypass area for high angle, directional well hole cleaning.
Directional Drilling BHAs
These guidelines are not intended to be policy or inflexible standards but should serve as a
foundation on which to base decisions for well specific designs.
From about 1950 to 1980, drill pipe and HeviWate drill pipe were never run in compression for fear
of fatigue failures as a result of buckling. However, inclination of a wellbore was seldom taken into
account in calculating the required drill collar weight. As a result most operators did not add collars
as hole angle increased which undoubtedly caused drill pipe to be run in compression. Fatigue
failures expected for drill pipe run in compression did not occur.
Industry has determined that drill pipe can carry high compressive loads in high angle wells without
buckling and fatigue failures. Buckling does lead to accelerated fatigue damage and tool joint wear
which can be tolerated for short periods of time especially if it would save a trip or reduce the
chance of a differentially stuck drill string.
The basis for these conclusions is that a drill string laying on the low side of an inclined hole is very
resistant to buckling since the hole supports and constrains the pipe throughout its length. An
important benefit of running drill pipe in compression is that the length of HeviWate and drill
collars can be reduced and hydraulics, hole cleaning, and ROP can be improved.
FORCAL permits drill string design based on allowable drill pipe compression for deviated or
straight wellbores. ROB predicts rates of build or drop for rotary bottom hole assemblies.
Placement of stabilizers on the bottom of a BHA for directional control can be analyzed as well as
how drill collars will bend between stabilizers. Directional service companies can provide similar
drill pipe design software. Be sure to note the limitations of the particular software being used and
check this against the situation being analyzed (e.g. FORCAL needs modified input when
modelling casing running because it is based on string theory).
The new BHA design methods which take advantage of the reduced BHA buckling tendency in
directional wells have been used since the early 1980s with outstanding results. The short drill
collar lengths required (frequently just MWD/LWD equipment for GOM operations) resulted in
reduced torque and drag and reduced frequency of differentially stuck BHAs. The amount of drill
pipe, HeviWate drill pipe, and drill collars run in compression is well specific and depends on hole
size, mud weight, well angle, desired WOB, and torque and drag constraints. All drilling operations
should take advantage of design methods which can minimize problems with torque and drag and
stuck BHAs.
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When differential pressure exceeds about 1,500 psi, take special care to avoid differentially sticking
the drill string. Implement special procedures such as making rotating connections, controlling
mud fluid loss and mud cake quality, ensuring effective hole cleaning (i.e., limiting cuttings dune
height, etc.), and pumping out of hole on rigs with a top drive system. For differential overbalance
pressure greater than 2,500 psi consider use of the high overbalance, "Seal-While-Drilling"
technique.
For wells between 15-35 degrees of angle, apply the following general BHA guidelines. For wells
with >45 degrees of angle special drilling practices may be required.
1. Minimize the number of drill collars and run the maximum amount of drill pipe and
HeviWate drill pipe in compression as indicated by the FORCAL program. In most cases
only non-mag collars are required in addition to MWD/LWD collars based on well angle,
hole size, desired weight on bit, well angle, mud weight, and torque and drag constraints.
2. Do not run more than one unsupported drill collar above the top stabilizer in directional
wells. This can also be eliminated if a non-mag spacer is not required, or if non-mag HWDP
is available to be run in place of the non-mag collar. At high angles, additional DC's create a
very high bending stress in the top stabilizer connection. They also create the potential for
stuck pipe if they sag to contact the wall.
3. The computer program ROB in conjunction with the directional service company
software/experience should be used to design stabilizer placement for the BHA. In most area,
particularly in areas where differential sticking is a concern, stabilizers should be placed
every 60 feet.
4. The directional drilling contractor should provide recommended BHAs for evaluation by the
Drilling Engineer.
5. Keep up with differential pressure between the mud weight and pore pressure. Take special
precautions to prevent stuck drill strings anytime differential pressures exceed about 1,500 psi
regardless of the type formation drilled.
6. In harder formations, roller reamers are sometimes used in lieu of stabilizers. Roller reamers
are often used when significant amounts of reaming is anticipated or rotary torque reductions
are desired. Non-rotating drill pipe protectors or sleeves should be considered when torque
reduction is desired.
7. For steerable PDM drilling assemblies, optimize mud motor and LWD tool configuration to
anticipated well conditions including: drilling fluid type, flowrate, downhole temperature,
anticipated time between trips, bit type, and drilling WOB and torque requirements. For
GOM Directional wells use high performance, extended power section PDMs whenever
possible.
FORCAL V.5.02 software estimates the torque and drag on a tubular given the wellbore geometry,
tubular configuration, direction of movement, and coefficient of friction. The movement can be
axial, rotational, or combined. Two coefficients of friction may be used, one for cased portions of
the well and the other for the open hole section. Tripping of tubulars into and out of the wellbore
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can be modelled. Given the measured torque or hookload, FORCAL can calculate the coefficient of
friction.
ROB V.5.01 software predicts the build/drop and walk performance of rotary and motor assembly
BHAs. The user can perform sensitivity analysis to predict the effects of various parameters on
BHA performance. Geology effects such as bedding planes can also be included and a calibration
module allows the user to take advantage of local experience. ROB performs drill ahead and well
extend calculations along with 2-D and 3-D well planning.
POWERPLAN V.3.8 is also utilized and has the capabilities of prediction both torque/drag
and build/drop and walk of different BHA's.
Torque and drag surveillance should be monitored for all protective and production holes in excess
of 40 with greater than 1500' MD of openhole. An example is included in Section 4 Appendix
VIII.
4.14 HYDROGEN SULFIDE CONSIDERATIONS (OIMS Manual Element 10)
Hydrogen sulfide is an extremely toxic gas. In drilling operations, a wide range of hydrogen sulfide
concentrations may be found. The effects of these concentrations also range widely - from a
disagreeable odor or eye irritation at low concentrations to serious illness or even death at higher
concentrations. All personnel working in areas where they may be exposed to hydrogen sulfide
should be trained to recognize and understand its hazards and to protect themselves from its
harmful effects (contractor and service company personnel should be H2S certified before coming
to the rig). Personnel should be trained to rescue victims and administer first aid to those who are
overcome, without endangering themselves. All personnel on the rig should have access to an
escape pack.
Hydrogen sulfide is an extremely toxic, colorless, heavier than air (1.18 specific gravity) gas. It
burns with a blue flame and produces sulfur dioxide gas which is slightly less toxic than hydrogen
sulfide, but can cause eye and lung irritation and serious injury. In low concentrations, hydrogen
sulfide has the odor of rotten eggs. It forms an explosive mixture with air at concentrations
between 4.3% and 46% by volume. It is soluble in water and oil but becomes less soluble as the
fluid temperature increases.
When there is a potential for encountering hydrogen sulfide, the following must be considered and
addressed:
Monitoring
Use of breathing apparatus
Positioning of breathing apparatus
Equipment training
Hazardous locations
Material selection - BOP and well control equipment H2S trimmed
Regulations
First aid
Coded air horn or bell alarms
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API RP 55 can provide guidance on operations involving hydrogen sulfide and contains a table on
the physiological effects of various concentrations.
An example guideline on facial hair and corrective lenses as pertains to respiratory equipment could
be:
Clean shaven in the face-piece-sealing area and must not have facial hair that could interfere
with the function of the mask.
Before donning a respirator with a full face piece, any head covering, glasses and foreign
items in the mouth must be removed
Wearing contact lens with a respirator is not permitted.
Prescription eyeglass wearers who are assigned to areas where full-face respirators may be
required should be provided with a means of attaching the prescription lenses to the face
mask. Hooded Egress Units allow for the use of prescription eyeglasses during emergency
evacuations.
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If the measured H2S levels is ten ppm or less, but greater than zero then,
If the measured H2S level is twenty ppm or less, but greater than ten ppm then,
Suspend drilling operations and make an effort to suppress the H2S before proceeding with
drilling.
Rig crew immediately dons breathing apparatus and stops circulation to control source of
hydrogen sulfide. Driller is to know if the well is to be shut in. Notify toolpusher and ECI
drilling supervisor
All non-essential personnel proceed to upwind assembly area. No non-essential personnel
will be allowed in any area with possible H2S exposure.
Conduct safety meetings and review plans to return to drilling. Plan response in the event
hydrogen sulfide concentration exceeds twenty ppm. Repeat safety meeting before crews
come on tour.
All personnel check their safety equipment for proper operation and location. Persons
without assigned breathing equipment cannot work in the Hazardous area.
Treat mud with scavenger as necessary
Notify the operations superintendent before returning to drilling
Use the 'Buddy System' no individual is to be allowed to work in affected areas by
themselves
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In a kick situation, where H2S has previously been detected in the drilling fluid filtrate or by mud
logging gas analysis, all personnel directly involved with the operation are to have readily available
individual self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). All other personnel are to be alerted and
made aware of the designated safe briefing area(s) to be used during the well killing operation.
During the kick circulation, the above personnel are to don their SCBA's, as a minimum, 30 minutes
prior to the calculated arrival time of the kick fluid and remain in the SCBA's until 30 minutes after
the kick fluid is vented down the flare line. Attempt to burn the kick gas if conditions allow, and
appropriate Regulatory Approvals have been obtained.
During the entire kick circulation, a designated member of the drill crew is to check (with a SCBA
on) the shaker area for H2S concentrations. Also, the return drilling fluid is to be monitored for
H2S throughout the entire well killing operation.
If at any time during the kick circulation, H 2S concentration exceeds 20 ppm or more in the
working atmosphere (air), the well is to be shut in and non-essential personnel are to be moved into
the safe briefing area(s) or evacuated (depending upon the concentration of H2S ).
In the event of any well control situation in which the occurrence of H2S is probable, considerations
are to be made for bullheading the formation fluid back into the formation, rather than circulating
the kick out and releasing the H2S at the surface.
Guidelines For Coring And Production Testing
Refer to Sections 8 and 12 of this manual for information/guidelines regarding H2S in coring and
production testing operations. If working on a well with hydrogen sulfide gas, all workers in the
area should mask up while retrieving the back pressure valve.
BIT CLASSFICATION AND HYDRAULICS
General
Drill Bits
IADC Bit Classification System
IADC Bit Grading System
Running Procedures for Fixed Cutters
Hydraulics Program
Guidelines for Hydraulics Optimization
Hydraulics Optimization
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5.1
GENERAL
The Drilling Program shall specify a recommended bit selection and hydraulics program based
on offset well data and (or) anticipated drilling conditions. The bit and hydraulics programs
specified in the Drilling Program are to be viewed as guidelines only and adjustments are to be
made as necessary in the field to account for actual drilling conditions.
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2. Sealed bearing (and possibly journal bearing) tooth bits will generally be recommended
for drilling the soft surface hole sediments in an attempt to drill this section in one bit
run.
3. In deeper hole sections, where multiple bit runs are required, bit selection is to be based
on bit performance optimization, unless potential upcoming operations (coring,
intermediate logs, casing seat hunt, etc.) dictate otherwise.
st
st
1 CHARACTER ROCK
PDC
M(S)1
M(S)2
M(S)3
S(M)4
DIAMOND
M(S)1
M6
M7
SOFT TO MEDIUM:
Low Compressive
strength interbeded with
hard layers.
EXTREMELY HARD:
Very hard and abrasive.
FIXED CUTTERS
INSERT
4
CHARACTER
BITS
TOOTH
1
MEDIUM TO HARD:
Dense with increasing
compressive strength but
non or semi-abrasive.
nd
1 &2
M(S)2
M(S)3
M(S)4
M(S)2
S(M)3
M(S)4
M2
M(S)3
M(S)4
M3
M4
M6
M7
M8
M6
M7
M8
M6
M7
M8
M7
M8
The table above correlates formation characteristics against bit type based on the IADC bit
classification system. Although this is fairly straight forward for rock bits, it is more nebulous
for fixed cutter bits (in particular, the PDC variety). PDC usage has only come into its own in
the last few years; compared to rock bits this technology is still in the "toddler stage".
Consequently, a good, compressive, clear-cut classification system has not yet been developed.
To classify the fixed cutters, the World Oils 1995 Drill Bit Classification Tables were reviewed
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to determine which bit types were recommended by manufactures for a particular formation.
The bold characters indicate The bit classification which appears most often under a particular
formation. The relative size is secondary indication of how often a particular bit type is
recommended. A comprehensive discussion of the IADC classification system follows.
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8
9
= Directional
= Other, Reserved For Future Use
Fourth Character: Special Features (Alpha characters). Defines additional features of roller
cone bits with regard to cutting structures, bearings, seals, hydraulics, and
specific applications.
A = Air Application (Journal bearing with air nozzles)
B = Special Bearing Seal
C = Center Jet
D = Deviation Control
E = Extended Jets (Full length)
G = Extra Gage / Body Protection
H = Horizontal / Steering Application
J = Jet Deflection
L = Lug Pads
M = Motor Application
S = Standard Steel Tooth Model
T = Two Cone
W = Enhanced Cutting Structure
X = Predominantly Chisel Tooth Inserts
Y = Predominantly Conical InsertsZ = Other Shape Inserts
Fixed Cutter Bits:
New (Current) IADC Classification:
For example, a typical IADC classification for a fixed cutter bit is M-1-2-1.
First Character:
Body Material (Alpha Character). Refers to the type of body
construction. M = Matrix or S = Steel (only two designations)
Second Character: Cutter Density. For PDC bits this refers to total cutter count, including
standard gage cutters. For Diamond bits this refers to diamond size. As
with rock bits, the larger the number the more suited for harder more
abrasive applications.
PDC Bits (1- 4) Designation of 1 represents a light set while 4 represents a heavy set.
Cutter count is based on 1/2" cutter size, cutter (larger/smaller) sizes are
projected as 1/2" cutter densities.
1
2
3
4
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Diamond Bits (6 - 8) A designation of 6 represents larger diamonds while 8 represents
smaller diamonds
6
7
8
Special designs using additional gage cutters, such as sidetrack bits, or bits for horizontal
drilling, are not considered for the purpose of classification.
Third Character: Size or Type of Cutter. For PDC bits, the third character refers the size of the
cutter while for Diamond bits, it refers to the type diamonds.
PDC Bits (1- 4) Size
1 = > 24mm in diameter
2 =
14mm to 24mm in
diameter3 =
9mm to
13mm in diameter
4 = < 8mm in diameter
Diamond Bits (1- 4) Type
1 = Natural Diamonds
2 = TSP (Thermally Stable Polycrystalline) Diamonds
3=
Combination Cutters (such as natural diamond and TSP)
4 = Impregnated Diamond Bit (Applies only the highest density Bits)
Fourth Character Profile or Body Style. Gives an idea of the basic appearance of the bit, based
on overall length of the cutting face of the bit.
PDC Bits (1- 4)
1 = Fishtail
2 = Flat Face
3 = Long bit profiles
4 = Increasingly longer bit profiles
Diamond Bits (1- 4)
1 = Flat Face TSP and Natural Diamond
2 = Long
3= Longer
4 = Increasingly
Longer Old IADC
Classification:
For example, a typical IADC classification for a fixed cutter bit is D-2-1-2.
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Letter: Cutter Type and Body Material
D = Natural Diamond
S = Steel Body PDC
O = Other (TSP)
Changeable Jets
Fixed Ports
Open Throat
Bladed
Ribbed
Open Faced
Med. Density
Heavy Density
Large
Medium
Small
Impregnated
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Medium
Large
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DULL BIT GRADING CODES
CUTTING STRUCTURE
INNER ROW
1
OUTER ROW
DULL CHAR.
2
3
(1) CUTTING STRUCTURE - INNER
Inner 2/3 of bit.
LOCATION
4
BEARING SEALS
5
GAUGE 1/16"
OTHER CHAR.
6
7
(2) CUTTING STRUCTURE - OUTER
Outer 1/3 of bit.
NON-SEALED
BEARINGS
A linear scale
estimated bearing
life used. (0 - no
life used,
8 - all life used, i.e.,
no bearing life
remaining
REASON PULLED
8
(5) BEARING/SEALS
CONE # OR #'S
ROLLER CONE
1
2
3
REMARKS
SEALED
BEARING
E - indicates
seals
effective F indicates
seals failed X
- indicates
Fixed Cutter Bit
BT - Broken
Teeth/Cutters
BU - Balled Up Bit
(6) GAUGE
I - in gauge
1/16 - 1/16"
out of gauge
2/16 - 1/8" out
of gauge 10/16
- 10/16" out of
gauge
CI - Cone Interference
CR - Cored
CM - Condition Mud
CT - Chipped
Teeth/Cutters
ER - Erosion
CP - Core Point
HP - Hole Problems
HC - Heat Checking
HR - Hours
JD - Junk Damage
LN - Lost Nozzle
LN - Lost Nozzle
LT - Lost Teeth/Cutters
PN - Plugged Nozzle/or
Fluid Passage
PR - Penetration Rate
OC - Off-Center Wear
RP - Pump Pressure
PB - Pinched Bit
RR - Rig Repair
PN - Plugged Nozzles/
Flow Passage
RG - Rounded Gauge
TD - Total Depth/CSG
Depth
TW - Twist Off - drill string
RO - Ringed Out
TQ - Torque
SD - Shirttail Damage
WC - Weather Conditions
SS - Self Sharpening
Wear
FM - Formation Change
TR - Tracking
WO - Washed Out
WT - Worn Teeth/Cutters
NO - No Major/Other
Dull Characteristic
* - shown cone # or
#s under location
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The following are general guidelines to be used when running fixed cutter (PDC and Diamond)
bits.
PREPARING THE HOLE:
Remove bit breaker and carefully lower bit through the rotary table.
Trip carefully through BOPs, casing shoes, and liner hangers.
Trip slowly through ledges, dog legs, and tight spots.
Wash last three joints to bottom with full flow at 50 - 60 RPM.
Approach bottom observing weight indicator and rotary torque.
Tag bottom gently and pick up 6 - 12 inches off bottom.
Circulate 5 - 10 minutes with full flow at 50 - 60 RPM.
REAMING:
REAMING UNDERGAGE HOLE IS NOT RECOMMENDED.
Ream tight spots with full flow to keep cutters cool.
Use 2,000 - 4,000 pounds WOB and 50 - 60 RPM.
REAM SLOWLY - AVOID HIGH TORQUE.
BIT BREAK IN:
Lower bit to bottom with full flow at 60 - 80 RPM. Use of a motor will result in a
higher rotation speed.
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MAKING CONNECTIONS:
After making a connection, lower to bottom slowly with full flow and 50 - 60 RPM.
Check standpipe pressure and pump strokes on and off bottom.
Increase RPM to previous level and add weight slowly.
DO NOT JAM THE BIT BACK ON BOTTOM.
5.6
Slow down through tight spots, casing shoes, liner hangers, and BOPs.
Attach bit breaker and break out bit in rotary table.
Avoid cutter damage when removing bit.
Do not place bit directly on rotary table.
Return bit to box after dull evaluation.
HYDRAULICS PROGRAM
The recommended hydraulics program for each hole section will be specified in the Drilling
Program based on predicted drilling parameters such as mud weight, BHA configuration, pump
capability, pressure losses, etc. Bit hydraulics are to be recalculated onboard the Drilling
Vessel based on actual parameters. This design has three flow regions based on the critical
flow rate QCrit, the flow rate at which the total available horsepower is utilized at the maximum
allowable surface pressure, PSurf.
CASE I: Unlimited surface pressure (conditions not limited by surface pressure constraints).
Flow rates are high and surface pressure is low. In this region hydraulic impact is
maximized when 74% of the available pressure is expended at the bit with flow
rate above QCrit. This condition usually occurs at shallow depths in the conductor
and surface casings sections of the hole where the total pressure losses in the
system are low. Often larger liners and/or changes are not justified for the fast top
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hole, precluding optimum hydraulics until drilling below surface hole. High flow
rates are the parameter to key on.
PBit = 0.74 PSurf
CASE II: Intermediate between Case I & Case II. Flow rate remains constant while circulating
pressure increases with depth. In this region the circulation rate remains constant
at QCrit while surface pressure increases until 48% of the maximum allowable
pressure is expended at the bit.
This condition usually occurs in the
intermediate/protective casing section of the hole.
PBit = (0.48 to 0.74) PSurf
CASE III: Limited surface pressure (conditions are limited by the maximum allowable surface
pressure, Pmax). Surface pressure remains constant while circulating rates are
reduced. In this region hydraulic impact is maximized when 48% of the maximum
allowable pressure is expended at the bit. This condition usually occurs in the
deeper section of the hole below surface or protective casing. Often a change in
liner size is required below protective casing.
PBit = 0.48 PSurf
In the past ExxonMobil generally used the Reed Log-Log Graphical Method to calculate
optimum rig hydraulics as described above. A detailed discussion of this method can be found
in the EUSA Drilling Engineering School Manuals and the old EUSA Drilling Operations
Manual (the Red Book). Currently the Reed Hydraulic computer program is utilized.
Hydraulic Equations
HHP = (HP)(Em)(Ev) HHP = (P)(Q)
1714
QCrit = 1714(HHP)
PSurf
VN
= 0.32(Q)
A2
PN =
(MW)(Q)2
12042(Cd)2A2
FB
= (MW)(VN)(Q)
1932
AV =
24.5(Q)
(DH)2 - (DP)2
Where: A
AV
Cd
DH
=
=
=
=
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DP
= Diameter of pipe in hole (in)
Em
= Mechanical efficiency of mud pump (%)
Ev
= Volumetric efficiency of mud pump (%)
FB
= Hydraulic impact force at the bit (lbs)
HP
= Input horse power from mud pump performance tables (hp)
HHP = Mud pump output hydraulic horse power (hp)
MW = Mud weight (ppg)
P =
Circulating pressure, standpipe pressure (psi)
PN = PBit, pressure drop across the bit nozzles (psi)
PSurf = PMax, maximum allowable circulation pressure (psi)
Q =
Circulating rate (gpm)
QCrit = Circulation rate at which total available horsepower is utilized at
the maximum allowable surface pressure, PSurf (gpm)
VN
= Nozzle velocity (fps)
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good hole cleaning. The carrying capacity of a mud depends upon the difference in density
between the cuttings and the drilling fluid, the annular velocity, and the viscosity of the fluid in
the annulus. As any one of these numbers increases, the carrying capacity of the mud
increases.
NOTE: The CCI is only meaningful when circulating. A suspension capacity of the drilling
fluid is also needed for making concoctions and immobilizing cuttings in washouts
during trips. Adequate gel strengths are needed for trips.
CCI = (MW)(K)(AV)
400,000
K = (511)1-n (PV+YP)
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For intermediate and high angle holes which develop cuttings beds, EMURC has developed a
parameter called the Hole Cleaning Ratio (HCR) that is highly correlative with hole cleaning
problems. Because of the many drilling variables and the complicated physical system
involved, the simple "Recommended Annular Velocity" table which appeared in past EPR
literature is no longer endorsed. In its place, EMDRC has developed a new tool from fluid
mechanics theory, published laboratory data, new experimental data, and field data that
provides an optimal combinations of drilling variables for efficient hole cleaning. It has been
used for planning or well design to predict the likelihood of encountering hole cleaning
problems based on drill string design (bit design, hole size, collars, drill pipe), drill pipe
rotating speed, drilling fluid rheology, flow rates, and well profile. EMURC is currently
developing a PC program for surveillance in the field.
HCR = H/Hcrit.
Where:
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Hole Cleaning Operations (Intermediate and High Angle Holes)
Based on this work, the following pump out procedure is recommended for the deviated
portion of the wellbore where problems due to cuttings bed are suspected.
Monitor torque and drag using the Torque & Drag Surveillance spreadsheet.
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Circulate and rotate drillpipe at the maximum allowable flow/recommended rate prior to
starting the trip. Experience has shown that 2 to 3 bottoms up volumes may be needed to
clean the hole enough for tripping. If sidetracking is possible, move the bit slowly over a
short interval
Rotate will help stir up and remove cuttings beds especially if lots of sliding is done.
Refer to EMDC Technology Group for detailed guidelines.
In the deviated section, POH slowly as detailed in the drilling procedure (~2-1/2 to 3-1/2
minutes per stand).
If excess drag is indicated, stop pulling, slack off 1 joint, then circulate and rotate at least
one bottoms up at the maximum allowable flow rate. Rotating aids significantly to hole
cleaning in high angle holes (normal practice is 100-120 rpm).
Then, if a top drive is available, pump out of the hole at the maximum
allowable/recommended flow rates while pulling at 2-1/2-3-1/2 minutes per stand or
longer, continue until hole frees-up.
Once in the lower angle section of the wellbore (preferably inside casing), circulate at
least two bottoms up at the maximum allowable flow rate until cuttings returns decrease.
For drilling operations with extended hole sections above 45 , backreaming may be
necessary. Operational details will be provided in the applicable drilling procedure.
Ensure that the dangers of backreaming in high-angle holes are thoroughly discussed
prior to beginning the well so that everyone is clear on the strategy to be used.
Rules-of-Thumb
1. Flow rate: Normally offshore drilling flow rates fall between 50 to 70 GPM per inch of
bit diameter. However, flow rates greater than 70 GPM per inch of bit diameter are not
unheard of in high angle wells.
Do not sacrifice flow rate to get more horsepower, jet velocity, or bit pressure
drop.
Too low a flow rate will ball the bit and reduce effective hole cleaning.
The annulus flow rate is too low to cause erosion. However, nozzle velocities
which are typically 200-400 ft/sec may cause enlargement in low strength rock
(<1,500 psi). Limit nozzle velocity to <400 fps in soft rock.
Fast drilling with low mud weights requires a minimum of 50 GPM per inch of bit
diameter for holes < 20 ; higher angle holes may require more.
2. Hydraulic Horsepower:
borehole area (HHP/in2).
PDC bits with OBM require less HHP/in 2 than with WBM. Total flow rate is more
important when drilling with PDC bits and OBM than HHP/in2 .
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Fast drilling generally requires high HHP/in 2 ; however, some PDC bits in OBM
can get by with as little as 2 HHP/in2.
Larger bits require more HHP. However, many times in larger hole sizes high
HHP is not possible. In these cases, pump the maximum volume possible.
3. Bit Pressure Drop: When operating below QCrit, design hydraulics for 48% to 65%
pressure drop across the bit; this is usually the case below surface casing.
Optimum Hydraulic Impact occurs when 48% of the system pressure loss is at the
bit while optimum Hydraulic Horsepower occurs with 65% of the loss at the bit.
If the total of drill string and annulus pressure loss is greater than 52% of the
available pump pressure, smaller nozzles are required. However, do not operate
below 30 GPM per inch of bit diameter. Consider using larger drill pipe.
When running a PDM, it is recommended that the differential pressure across the
bit not exceed 1000 psi to prevent accelerated wear of the rotor / stator assembly.
4. Jet Velocity: Good jet velocities are typically between 350 and 450 feet per second
(use less than 400 fps in very soft rock to avoid washout).
5.8
Except in extremely soft rock, hydraulics don t literally drill. However, they do clean the bit so
that cuttings build up does not start to carry the WOB that should be on the teeth (balling).
Hydraulics extend the flounder point, which is the point at which the bit starts to ball.
1. In high ROP, directional, the primary hydraulic design criteria is hole cleaning.
Optimum hydraulic horsepower at the bit can be utilized to provide effective cleaning of
the bit.
2. Hydraulic optimization should be determined by the performance of the rig equipment
and the results of the previous bit run(s).
3. Bit nozzles should be at least 12/32" to avoid plugging for normal drilling operations and
14/32" if lost returns are anticipated. MWD equipment and motors may also need to be
specially designed if lost returns are anticipated to prevent plugging the drillstring with
LCM. Downhole screens have been used if no nuclear source tools are being run. Use of
any downhole or surface drill pipe screen must be approved by the Operations
Superintendent.
4. In soft, unconsolidated formations, limit jet velocity to minimize hole wash-out (<400
fps)
5. In fast drilling and high angle holes, maximize flow rate for better hole cleaning.
6. Carefully analyze ECDs and frac gradients to determine appropriate circulation rates.
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7. Frequently in GOM drilling operations, PDC bits are capable of ROPs in excess of our
ability to clean the hole. For these situations, it is critical to optimize RPM and
hydraulics to effectively clean the hole, not necessarily maximize ROP. Utilize
HOLECLEAN software to achieve hydraulics design with HCR > 1.1.
5.9
REFERENCE MATERIAL:
Bit Classification
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
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6.4 Drilling Fluid Treatments 3
6.5 Drilling Fluid Checks
5
6.6 High Temperature Drilling 6
6.7 Stuck Pipe Pills
6
6.8 Lost Circulation 7
6.9 Non-Aqueous Fluid Operations 15
6.10
Rig-Site Dielectric Constant Measurement 33
6.11
Drilling Fluid System Guidelines
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Appendix G-I Fluid Transfer Checklists
Appendix G-II NAF/Oil Base Mud Readiness Checklist
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6.1 GENERAL
The most efficient drilling fluid system depends on a balance of cost (material and rig time),
wellbore stability needs, formation characteristics and environmental issues. An effective
drilling fluid system minimizes the number of different chemical components necessary to
achieve the drilling fluid properties specified in the Drilling Program.
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Check local requirements for material to keep on hand.
Drilling program development will incorporate an understanding of contingencies based upon the
results of risk analysis in material types and requirements through the numerous stages of a well.
6.2 SOLIDS CONTROL
Maintaining control of the low gravity solids content in any drilling fluid will maximize the
performance of the drilling fluid system. The two common ways to maintain solids control are:
(1) solids control equipment and (2) dilution. A balance between the two methods is necessary
to maintain a drilling fluid system in a cost effective manner.
Except when the drilling fluid is unweighted, the most economical method of solids control is to
use solids control equipment. This requires maintaining the solids control equipment in
optimum condition so that it performs in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
However, solids control equipment is not 100% efficient and some solids control by dilution is
always required.
Shale shakers are the most efficient way to remove solids. They see the drilling fluid
immediately as it comes out of the hole before the cuttings are reduced in size by the surface
processing equipment. Use of high quality shakers, with fine screens maintained per the
manufacturer's recommendation, is the most cost effective method of removing solids.
A centrifuge is usually economical in high weight mud (> 14 ppg) or in low weight mud if the
liquid phase is expensive (some polymer muds or non-aqueous muds). Dilution is the most
costly method of solids control when using a weighted drilling fluid (> 11.0 ppg).
Dilution Guidelines
1. Maintain the low gravity solids as specified in the Drilling Program primarily by the use of
solids control equipment and only dilute when necessary. Some dilution is required on most
muds.
2. If direct additions of dilution water are made to the active system, be aware that mud additives
will also be needed to keep mud properties constant.
3. Dilute the active system to the desired solids content in one circulation by partial
displacement (discarding a portion of the active mud system prior to diluting with whole
mud). Note that mud discharges are usually regulated by the local governing bodies. Do not
exceed maximum hourly mud discharge rate and always ensure that appropriate discharge
conditions are met prior to discharge.
4. Dilute the active system prior to weighting up the drilling fluid to avoid dilution of higher cost
drilling fluid.
5. Monitoring of the mud's particle size in light or unweighted mud may drive the decision to
dilute more aggressively.
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Dilution - Premixed Drilling Fluid
The advantages of using premixed drilling fluid (whole mud) when diluting the active system are as
follows:
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1. Use a mud cleaner for weighted or expensive unweighted drilling fluids (high salt, PHPA
polymers, etc.) only if high gravity solids to low gravity solids ratio, ppb, is less than 2 in the
screen discharge (i.e. HGS, ppb < 150= 1.5).
LGS
100
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5. Do Not add oil or any additive to the drilling fluid system that is not approved for discharge
as long as fluid discharge is desired.
6. Notify the Driller and Mud Logger of planned changes to the active system volume.
7. Prehydrate all bentonite in fresh water before adding it to the active system in saltwater muds.
8. If available, use a shearing device to maximize yield of gel and polymers when prehydrating.
9. Mix all caustic additions in an enclosed barrel before adding to the active system (not from a
hopper).
10. Presolubilizing all polymers in fresh water before adding to a high salt mud system is
preferred.
11. Maximize utilization of all chemicals by pre-hydrating them in fresh water before adding to
active system.
12. Ensure that hoppers are shut off when not in use for mixing.
13. Mud materials (especially bulk materials) should be periodically tested to assure that the
qualities of the materials meet API standards, or the standards specified by the contract with
the supplier. (i.e., specific gravity test for barite)
Drilling Fluids Testing Equipment
The Drilling Fluids Engineering Company is to maintain the following testing equipment on the rig:
1. One complete mud testing kit with testing chemicals and API press.
2. Six-speed Fann viscometer complete with heat cup.
3. HTHP filter press if appropriate for the mud type and downhole environment.
4. Digital pH meter and electrode and calibration buffers of pH = 7 and 10.
5. Pilot test kit complete with high speed Waring mixer (Hamilton Beach, Waring Blender or
equivalent).
6. Portable roller oven and 2 - 3 heat-age cells.
7. Methylene blue test kit.
8. Pressurized mud balance complete with calibration kit.
9. Garrett Gas Train Kit for measuring carbonates and hydrogen sulfide for either a water mud
or non-aquious fluid (NAF) if appropriate.
Drilling Fluids Report Guidelines
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The Drilling Fluids Engineer is to provide a Daily Drilling Fluids Report to the Operations
Supervisor which includes the following:
Daily and Cumulative Drilling Fluid Volumes Lost (Estimated) Over Solids Control
equipment, Lost Circulation, Or Not Accounted For in The Dilution Volumes
Cumulative Record of All Drilling Fluid Checks Properly Labelled as to Time and Depth of
Bit
6.4
The Drilling Fluids Engineer is to make the following measurements for each mud check on a
waterbase drilling fluid.
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Drilling muds can potentially have significant gelation problems when exposed to high
temperatures for long periods. These problems can be especially acute in heavily weighted
muds needed to drill abnormally pressured formations. The mud engineer or his assistant is to
hot roll and static age mud samples at anticipated bottom hole temperatures on a frequent basis
(minimum 1/week) any time static bottom hole temperatures exceed 250 degrees Fahrenheit.
Unless otherwise specified in the Drilling Program, samples should be hot rolled for 12 hours
and static aged for 24 hours both at estimated bottom hole temperature. Rheology, Gel
strengths, pH, and HTHP fluid loss readings of the aged / hot rolled samples should be
compared to pre-aged readings to evaluate the stability of the mud and to help determine if
additional treatments are needed.
6.6 STUCK PIPE PILLS
Stuck Pipe Pill Guidelines
1. For differentially stuck pipe, Mix a pill with a volume large enough to cover the BHA,
including a 50% excess for hole washout, plus about 25-50 bbls. This volume is enough
fluid to pump 0.5 - 1.0 barrel every 30 minutes for 24 hours.
2. Mix stuck pipe pills that are environmentally acceptable when practical.
3. Ensure that the hydrostatic pressure is not reduced below the pore pressure of the formation
when displacing the pill.
4. Mix the pill in the slugging pit or reserve pit.
5. Spot the pill across the BHA as soon as possible using the cement pump.
6. Pump a barrel of spotting fluid every 30 minutes for 24 hours while jarring.
7. If a stuck pipe pill is to be premixed, ensure that it is rolled regularly to help prevent
settling. This is especially important in high mud weight and in cold weather conditions.
8. For additional do's and don'ts on spotting fluids, review the "ExxonMobil Stuck Pipe
Spotting Fluid Guidelines" available from Drilling Technical Operations Support.
6.7
LOST CIRCULATION
The first priority when encountering lost circulation is to fill the hole as quickly as possible with
water or other light fluid to keep the hole full. It is the responsibility of the driller, mud loggers,
and the mud engineer to be alert for lost circulation. Warning signs are as follows:
1. Loss in Pit Level
2. Complete Loss of Returns
3. Loss of Pump Pressure
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A third party data acquisition system with data archiving and alarms should be considered if
monitoring of lost returns is critical.
Building Integrity
Lost returns occur when the pressure in the wellbore exceeds the resisting stress in the rock.
The integrity is determined by the closure stress (psi) in the fracture that is created. Closure
stress is built by applying pressure to increase the fracture width, which compresses the rock so
that it pushes back with greater force. The greater the width achieved, the greater the increase
in integrity. However, in order to apply the pressure required to compress the rock, it is first
necessary to isolate the fracture tip which would otherwise continue to grow at a very low
pressure. Conventional LCM isolates the tip by becoming an unpumpable mass due to loss of
its carrier fluid as it travels down the permeable fracture face. The LCM also serves to pack the
fracture open so that the higher closure stress is maintained. Even relatively small particles are
effective and will become an unpumpable mass if the leakoff is high. High leakoff and high
solids concentration are the key features in the design of pills. Fracture growth is not stopped
by blocking with large particles, it is stopped by the loss of carrier fluid and the development of
an unpumpable mass.
The pill may have an intrinsically high spurt loss and yet be ineffective if the permeability is
low. Hesitation squeezing is critical in low permeability (< 500+ md) because it allows time for
the carrier fluid to leak off. Multiple layers of LCM are eventually built up in the near wellbore
region that achieve sufficient fracture width and closure stress to allow drilling to continue.
Integrity cannot be built unless a fracture is created and its width increased. If the required
increase in closure stress is very low, mud solids alone may achieve the required width when
micro-fractures are just initiating and no loss is observed. If slightly more increase in width is
needed, then the well may take a drink and then drilling may continue. When complete losses
occur the most effective approach available should be used on the first attempt. This is justified
by the high cost of rig time for multiple attempts to build integrity. Mix high fluid loss pills, use
the highest concentration of LCM possible, and plan on hesitation squeezing. This may not be
the best first response in cases where the loss zone isnt a sand over about 100md or
underbalanced by greater than 1000psi.
Filling the Hole
If lost returns occurs and the annulus fluid level drops it is essential to fill it immediately. When
loss is observed:
1. Immediately pick up off bottom a minimum of 15 ft (clear kelly bushing if using a kelly).
2. Shut down the mud pumps.
3. Observe the fluid level in the annulus, (bell nipple) if visible.
4. If it does not stand full, fill initially with 0-20 bbls of drill weight mud to see if the loss is
declining.
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5. If the loss doesnt decline, fill with water or base oil via the trip tank until losses stop. The
annulus will be stable when the total head equals the fracture closure stress in the loss zone.
Measure and record the volume of light fluid required to fill the annulus.
6. Calculate the fracture closure stress (integrity) in the loss zone based on the amount of fill and
report the fill volume and FCS on the daily report.
FCSppg = [(Light Fill Height)(Light Fill Density) + (Mud Height)(MW)]
(Estimated Depth of Loss)
7. Observe the annulus. If the light fill attempts to flow back it is likely that underground flow
is occurring. Shut in immediately to prevent flowback and monitor pressure. Contact the
Operations Superintendent immediately.
8. Once the annulus is stabilized, it may continue to drop slowly due to seepage. Begin filling
with whole mud rather than light fill to avoid underbalancing shallow zones with light fill.
Attempting to Establishing Circulation
1. In most cases, it is desirable to pull the pipe into the previous casing shoe.
2. After pulling into the shoe, allow 2-4 hrs before attempting circulation to ensure the fluid in the
fracture has leaked off, allowing it to close. Monitor on the trip tank.
3. Work the drill string slowly and use the standpipe choke if necessary when initiating circulation
after waiting on fracture closure.
4. Circulate bottoms up from the casing shoe before tripping back into open hole.
5. Trip in the open hole slowly and break circulation frequently.
Treatment Selection
1. Utilize Figure 6-1 to select the appropriate treatment for severe loss events.
2. Detailed procedures for each treatment type are contained in the EMDC Generic Lost
Returns Procedure posted on Global Share. This posted document is continuously updated
with learnings in operational practices and pill formulations.
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Figure 6-1
No
Does Hole
Stand Full
No
Yes
Yes
Is FCS > Pore
Pressure
No
Yes
Losses are
Fracture Propagation
( Most Common
)
Losses are
Likely Vugular
Is Zone
Permeable
WBM
Yes
Seepage
Control
DOB2C
Procedure
No
Cement or
FlexPlug
Procedure
Yes
Conventional
LCM
Procedure
No
WBM
No
Flexplug
Procedure
Yes
DOB2C
Procedure
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circulate LCM entirely out of the bit to position it in the annulus. Pull the bit into the
previous shoe to conduct squeezing.
2. If the pill is to be circulated outside, mix the LCM slightly heavier than the mud so that it
falls back to fill the pipe displacement when pulling DP. Use a solid float to prevent
backflow into the BHA. Fill the annulus with whole mud. The string will pull wet.
3. Mix pills by adding water, 15ppb Attapulgite, and LCM. If Attapulgite is not available, use
0.5 ppb Xanthan gum as viscosifier. After blending LCM, add barite to achieve required
density.
4. Use the highest concentration of LCM that can be pumped through the drill string
components.
5. Do not use materials that reduce spurt loss (e.g. fine calcium carbonate, microfibers, starch
and bentonite).
6. Do not allow fluid to return from the annulus while squeezing LCM. Shut in prior to
starting displacement and monitor and record pressures. Any change in annulus pressure is
a direct measure of the change in fracture closure stress (integrity).
7. Hesitation squeezing maximizes fracture closure stress. Place approximately of LCM
into fracture and shut down. Conduct at least two more squeezes with hesitations between
each to allow the LCM carrier fluid to leak off. Hesitate for 1-4 hrs between each squeeze.
Leave 1020 bbls of LCM above the loss zone after the final squeeze
8. Hold pressure between squeezes. If backflow is allowed prior to the carrier fluid leaking
off, the fracture width and stress will decline.
9. Provide pressure and volume data to the drilling engineer for plotting and archiving in the
well record.
10. After holding the final squeeze pressure for a minimum of 4 hrs, bleed off pressure and
stage pumps up slowly. Stage the drill string to bottom, breaking circulation at each point
and monitoring the returns for additional gains or losses.
Pill Formulations
Pill formulations continue to improve. Learnings are continually updated and published in the
EMDC Generic Lost Returns Procedure, which is posted on Global Share. Contact Drilling
Technical Operations Support for additional assistance in pill design.
The pill should be the most economic design that will successfully build integrity. The ease
with which integrity is built is dependent on the leakoff (permeability) and the required increase
in fracture stress (width). If permeability is high or the required increase is small, relatively low
concentrations of medium LCM may be effective (20-40 ppb). In very low permeability and
severely drawn down sands concentrations of over 100 ppb have become standard practice.
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The concentration of LCM that can be pumped is limited by particle size and restrictions in drill
string. Medium fibers have been pumped through MWD at 80 ppb. Smaller 400 micron LCM
(e.g., Steel Seal, SweepWate) has been pumped through MWD at concentrations over 300 ppb.
Higher concentrations of smaller particles are more effective than low concentrations of
medium material, but it is also more costly. Field experience is required to determine which
approach is the more cost effective. Because the spread rate for drilling rigs is high, preference
should generally be given to the approach that is more likely to work on the first attempt (high
concentrations of 400 micron).
Regardless of particle size or type, the manner in which an LCM is used is more important than
what is used. The combination of high fluid loss designs and hesitation squeezing greatly
enhances the effectiveness of any material.
Ballooning
Ballooning refers to the loss and backflow of mud that is sometimes observed when circulation
is begun and stopped. It is due to the expansion of a lost returns fracture due to the ECD
associated with circulation, and then the contraction of the fracture when the ECD is removed.
It is generally associated with soft, low permeability formations. It may occur in higher
permeability if lowleakoff mud such as a NAF is in use.
Prevention of Ballooning
Ballooning can be prevented if the mud weight is reduced so that the total ECD is less than the
fracture closure stress and the fracture cannot reopen. It may also be possible to stop ballooning
by treating the fracture with Flexplug (NAF) or DOB2C (WBM) to build the closure stress to
exceed the ECD. Cement has also been used successfully, but it creates the potential for
sidetracking. This is more likely to be successful if the fracture is confined to a discrete sand
than if ballooning is occurring in a shale.
Other Conditions for Lost Returns
1. If the well will not stand full, the LCM pill will be overdisplaced by the hydrostatic head of
drill-weight mud. Overdisplacement can be controlled by pumping sufficient light fluid at
the end to place the drill pipe column underbalanced to the fracture closure stress in the loss
zone. The light fill is referred to as a drill pipe hydrostatic packer. The calculations for
designing a hydrostatic packer are provided in the Generic Lost Returns Procedures.
2. Discuss cutting mud weight with the Operations Superintendent. When returns are lost the
BHP falls to the resisting force in the fracture, which is referred to as the fracture closure
stress (FCS). If the annulus remains stable after filling, flow is not occurring with a BHP
equal to the FCS. This is an important diagnostic that indicates that the mud weight may be
safely cut to equal the calculated FCS without concern for flow.
3. By definition, seepage is the loss of whole mud into the pore throats of the formation (no
fracture propagation). Seepage is stopped when fine solids plug the pore throats through
which whole mud is escaping. In low weight mud (<10 ppb), add fine calcium carbonate at
5-8 ppb for this purpose (5 micron CaCO3). However, the addition of fine blocking material
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is questionable at high mud weights where there is already a sufficient volume of barite
particles of this size to block the pore throats. For example, a 13.0 ppg mud has over 100
ppb of particles the same size as fine calcium carbonate. Also, do not use lost returns
LCM for seepage control. Larger materials such as medium fiber and nut plug do not fit the
pore throats well and result in thicker cakes. While they slow the loss, they increase the
potential for differential sticking.
4. Treatment of the entire mud system with lost returns LCM is discouraged. The detrimental
effect of medium LCM on mud properties and solids control is significant. System
treatment is sometimes recommended when very long intervals of lost returns are
anticipated that cannot be treated with discrete pills. However, when this occurs it is
generally possible to cut the MW and drill the entire interval prior to conducting a single
treatment.
5. If seepage and filtrate control are critical, consider the use of Drill and Seal treatments. This
process is described in detail in the Generic Lost Returns Procedures posted on Global
Share. Drill and Seal is used when the filter cake associated with continued low seepage and
filtration losses may result in differential sticking, torque and drag, or wireline sticking.
6. Conventional LCM does not work if the rock is impermeable and the carrier fluid cannot
leak off (shales). The recommended alternatives for impermeable rock are DOB2C in water
base mud or Halliburtons Flexplug in oil base mud. Neither requires leakoff in order to
function. DOB2C is a mixture of oil, bentonite, cement and water that forms a highly
viscous slurry that eventually hardens. Flexplug is a proprietary product that forms a
rubbery material at down hole temperature. Detailed procedures for each are provided in the
Generic Lost Returns Procedures on Global Share.
7. By definition, vugular formations are those with > 1/16 openings. The practical definition
is that they are formations with pore throats that cannot be blocked with conventional LCM
(e.g., carbonates, oyster beds, gravel). The recommended treatment for vugular loss that
will not respond to coarse LCM is cement in oil base mud, or DOB2C in water base mud.
Cement may also be used in WBM but DOB2C has an advantage in that it can be drilled out
without concern for sidetracking. DOB2C cannot be used in an NAF.
Drilling Without Returns
If cement or LCM pills fail to control the lost circulation, it may be possible, (in short durations)
to drill without returns. A cuttings bed build-up in a directional well can result in stuck pipe due
to inadequate hole cleaning.
Dry drilling is used in many operating areas as an alternative when major lost returns are
encountered.
The drilling fluid is pumped at a reduced rate to:
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Care should be taken when dry drilling, each joint may have to be reamed several times to
clean the hole sufficiently, and should only be done with Field Drilling Manager approval.
The reduction in hydrostatic pressure should be considered while dry drilling.
Drilling Bypassing the Shakers
Carrying LCM in the system and bypassing the shakers. This (seal while you drill) method is
good to keep from using the LCM for only one circulation thus reducing the cost, but could
compound the problem if prolonged. If the shakers are allow to stay by-passed too long, the
solids content of the mud system will eventually reach a point that the borehole cannot sustain
the increased weight or viscosity. The small solids have a tendency to stick, (piggy-back) on the
LCM and is circulated back downhole increasing the solids and thus increasing the mud weight.
There are of course exceptions to both the above, this is not to say they shouldn't be used
if needed, but experimenting with one or both and experience with them will increase
their usefulness and successfulness.
Cement Plugs
If neat cement is used alone to fight lost returns, a slurry weight of 15.8 ppg has proven to be the
most effective. Balanced plugs are to be spotted through open ended drill pipe positioned across
the thief zone and the drill pipe pulled into the casing shoe. If the hole does not take any mud
after spotting the cement plug, a gentle bradenhead squeeze may be applied after the drill pipe is
in the casing shoe. Gel cements having lower densities may be necessary with zones that have
very little integrity or may fracture using neat cement. In mixing this type of cement, the
following slurry is recommended:
13.2 ppg
Density
100 sxs
Class G Cement
8%
Gel
24.3 bbls
Fresh Water
1/4 ppb
Sodium
Carbonate
1/4 ppb
Caustic
(The sodium carbonate and caustic are used to remove calcium and magnesium ions.)
Cements such as Cal-Seal (contains gypsum), Thixotropic (containing clays and polymers), and
Gilsonite (crushed-up limestone) can also be used, though they have not proven to be much
more effective than regular cement in severe lost return occurrences.
DOB2C
DOB2C is effective in stopping fracture propagation in either low or high permeability rock.
However, its primary advantage over conventional LCM is in lower permeability. Because
conventional LCM requires leakoff of the carrier fluid, it doesnt perform well in very tight
formations or shale. DOB2C can only be used in WBM.
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DOB2C achieves integrity through a different process than conventional LCM. Because of its
extremely high viscosity, the wellbore pressure required to squeeze it down an induced lost
returns fracture is high. The high pressure at the wellbore increases the fracture width and
fracture closure stress (FCS). The pressure is held while the cement in the DOB2C sets, and the
fracture width and increased closure stress are maintained permanently.
DOB2C is often also preferred to cement in blocking vugular losses because the low-strength
material left in the wellbore is easily drilled out without risk of sidetracking. Another advantage
is that because of its high viscosity it is possible to apply a high squeeze pressure to DOB2C
that ensures that the material is forced into all of the vugular openings. Cement may flow freely
into the largest of the openings without developing sufficient back pressure to force additional
cement into the smaller vugs.
Although diesel is most commonly used as the base fluid to carry the bentonite and cement, other
low-toxicity oils and synthetic based muds have been used successfully.
Flexplug
Halliburton FlexPlug is a blend of latex and other additives that mix with mud to form a rubbery
material under downhole conditions. Flexplug stops fracture growth by blocking the fracture
near the wellbore, and then it deforms to maintain the blockage as the fracture widens under
squeeze pressure. The extrusion pressure of the material is high enough that wellbore pressure
is not transmitted to the fracture tip and fracture growth (lost returns) is prevented. The squeeze
pressure is held until the temperature-activated set occurs. Because FlexPlug does not achieve
significant compressive strength (as does DOB2C) there is probably some loss of fracture width
and integrity when the squeeze pressure is released. However, field experience suggests that in
many situations the sustained stress is adequate.
FlexPlug is a candidate system in 1) NAF, and 2) low permeability, because it does not require
leakoff in order to function, as does conventional LCM. It will also function in high
permeability, however conventional LCM is less costly and equally effective I high
permeability.
6.8
General Guidelines
Safety Considerations:
1.
Slipping Hazards
Stress cleanliness around the rig: Provide absorbent material to keep the rig floor and catwalk
dry. A rig oil mud vacuum, similar to the "Max Vac" system should be installed with outlets
connecting to the rig floor, shakers, pump room, BOP deck, etc. to contain mud that
accumulates during trips, when working on pumps, or when spills occur. Rig floor non-skid,
studded rotary mats should be used. Frequent use of steam cleaners is recommended.
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2.
Fire hazards
Provide good ventilation in closed areas, especially on the below-deck pits offshore. The two
periods of greatest fire risk are when the mud contains formation gas, and when the hole is first
displaced and the lighter, more volatile ends of the base oil are being lost to the atmosphere. No
open flames, cigarettes, welding, etc. should be allowed near oil mud. The rig should be
checked for electrical shorts and for any equipment or operation which could create sparks;
electric motors should be explosion-proof. A foam suppression fire fighting system should be
considered for the pit room and shaker area.
3.
Air quality
Provide good ventilation in closed spaces, especially over mud pits, shakers and mud mixing
areas. Air exchanges of 90 room volumes per hour are usually adequate. Have a room
dedicated to mud testing available; the mud engineer's testing lab must also have good
ventilation because volatile solvents are needed to break the emulsion during many oil mud
tests.
4.
Skin contact
All contractor and EMDCDO employees who may get oil mud on their skin should be made
aware that it is an irritant and should be removed as quickly as possible. Protective clothing,
gloves, rubber boots, and safety glasses should be made available. Water soluble cleansing
creams (for removal of mud from the skin) and barrier protective hand creams should be
provided. Crews should be told of the health considerations and how to remedy them. This
should be consistent with ExxonMobil's OSHA (applies to non-US East operations) Hazard
Communication Program and communicated to the contractor's safety and First Aid leader on
the rig.
Protecting the Environment and Minimizing Mud Losses
1. A lower kelly, mud-saver valve should be installed (i.e. Drilco's Mud Check Valve or
equivalent).
2. A mud bucket with a drain to the flow line should be used. The pneumatic type Mud Bucket
has proved very beneficial when making wet trips or back reaming out of the hole.
3. Both OD and ID drill pipe wipers should be used when making trips unless well control
problems prevent safe use of ID wiper. ID wiper should have the proper size fishing neck.
4. A drip pan should be used for the pipe rack and catch pans installed where appropriate (e.g.,
under centrifugal or transfer pumps).
5. The immediate working area on the rig floor should be combed with 3" flat bar welded on
edge, or the equivalent, and drained to the flow line or sand trap with the option of going to
a disposal sump.
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6. Install oil resistant rubber goods in valving; BOPs (annular element and ram block seals);
pump swabs; shaker screen mounts; and flexible hoses. Centrifugal pumps should be
installed with mechanical seals.
7. Ensure rainwater cannot contaminate mud in exposed pits.
8. Blank off all sources of water around the mud pits. Water is a serious contaminant in oil
mud.
9. A pump, supply line, and a nozzle to clean the shaker screens and shaker area are sometimes
provided, but keep in mind the fire hazard generating a fine spray of an oil, particularly
diesel with its low flash point +/- 140-150 F.
10. "No Smoking" signs should be placed in conspicuous locations around the mud pits.
11. A heavy duty explosion proof electric steam cleaner/pressure washer should be available.
12. Rig up a shut-off valve for the base oil supply tank away from the pits.
13. Cuttings removal and disposal systems must be installed.
systems must meet all regulatory requirements.
14. The addition of oil-wetting agent and dilution with base oil should be considered when
building OBM slugs in high-density mud systems. Lower viscosity slugs have proven to be
more effective, especially when utilizing a tapered drill string.
15. A vacuum system provides many benefits.
16. Mud pit drains should be blanked off (skillets installed) to ensure that oil mud can not be
directed overboard.
OIL SPILL PREVENTION MEASURES
Communications
1. There should be a written transfer procedure on the rig and the supply vessel which outlines
the following (at a minimum):
product to transfer
sequence of transfer operations
transfer rate
particulars of transferring and receiving systems
emergency procedures
cutting and welding permits are to be returned and put on hold until transfer of OBM
or base oil is complete
spill containment procedures
watch and shift arrangements
transfer shutdown procedure
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2. A pre-transfer meeting must be conducted on the rig and the supply vessel to review the
transfer procedures with all personnel involved.
3. While transferring base oil or OBM from the supply vessel to the rig, a designated crew
member will be assigned to observe for leakage from the rig/supply vessel to the sea.
4. Radio communications will be available between the rig control room, rig observer, and the
supply vessel at all times during the operations.
5. A work permit should be issued prior to transferring any hydrocarbon product.
Transfer Hose
1. Hose must be rated for hydrocarbon fluids.
2. Hose design burst rating shall be one of the following, whichever is greater:
a. at least 600 psi, or
b. four times the transfer pump's pressure relief valve setting plus fluid hydrostatic, or
c. four times the transfer pump's output plus fluid hydrostatic when no relief valve is
installed.
3. Hose working pressure shall be one of the following, whichever is greater:
a. at least 150 psi, or
b. the transfer pump's pressure relief valve setting plus the fluid hydrostatic, or
c. four times the transfer pump's output plus the fluid hydrostatic when no pressure
relief valve is installed.
4. The hose will be visually inspected for tears, punctures, soft spots, or bulges in the hose
exterior, immediately prior to the transfer.
5. It must be verified that the rig and supply vessel connections are mating pair.
6. A ball valve will be installed on supply vessel end of the transfer hose.
7. There will be a positive sealing cap on the end of the transfer hose.
8. The hose length must be sufficient for the supply vessel to move to the outer limits of the
mooring lines.
9. The hose must be adequately supported to avoid excessive strain on the hose couplings
10. There must be no kinks in the transfer hose when connected to the supply vessel.
11. If the transfer hose is disconnected from the riser pipe, a sealing cap will be installed on the
end of the riser.
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RIG PREPARATIONS PRIOR TO TAKING ON NAF MUD
1. There should be detailed procedures, with checklists, (refer to NAF/OBM Readiness
Checklist in Section 6 Appendix G-II) for preparing the rig to take on the oil-base mud.
Procedures should heavily emphasize actions that must be undertaken to prevent spill
occurrence prior to loading the product and while it is in use.
2. There should be mud piping schematics available on the facility for the circulating system.
This schematic should highlight the location of all dump valves and any other potential spill
source.
3. Consideration should be given to color-coding all dump valve operating handles by painting
them a distinctive color (e.g., yellow and black stripes). Double valve with a gate valve on
the end and a work permit sign to open valves.
4. Prior to closing each dump valve in the sand traps or mud pits, the seat and the valve O-ring
should be visually inspected to verify that both are clean, free of debris or obstruction, and
are not damaged. Each valve shall then be closed while visually observing the seating of the
valve. After full closure, the valve should then be packed with a gel-water paste to further
enhance the seal.
5. All mud pit and sand trap dump valves should be double-valved, locked in the closed
position, and posted with a sign, printed in English and in the native language, stating "Work
permit required to operate". In some instances, double-valving has been accomplished by
installing a gate valve downstream of the dump valves in the common discharge line for the
sand traps and/or mud pits. NOTE: If a gate valve is not already installed in the discharge
line, installing one will most likely require approval by a regulatory agency such as ABS etc.
Another method for deterring OBM from getting overboard is to install a skillet in all dump
lines.
6. Consideration should be given to installing a pump-out line between the double-valved
arrangement (i.e., between dump valve and the gate valve) to allow pumping out any
pollutant which may leak by a dump valve.
7. Work permit requirements should be in place to operate the dump valves. A work permit
should also be required before OBM can be transferred into any tank or pit that has had a
dump valve operated, repaired, or resealed.
8. OBM transfers should not be made during hours of darkness, during meal time, or during a
tour change unless emergency situations dictate or unless prior written policy has been
established to effectively deal with the situation.
9. While transferring OBM from the supply vessel to the mud pits, a designated crew member
should be assigned to observe for leakage from the bottom of the rig to the sea.
10. A checklist shall be completed for transfer to/from the rig of hydrocarbons (i.e., Oil Base
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lines, fire protection, verbal communication system between source vessel and destination.
Checklists have been included in Section 3 Appendix G-I.
Frequency
11. Rat holes/mouse holes should be sealed with a hose routed to a disposal tank.
12. Pump room drains should be routed to a disposal tank.
13. There should be a drain pan under the rotary table with a return line routed to the flow line.
14. All rig floor drains should be routed to a disposal tank.
15. Slip joint packing and flow line seals should be oil-resistant rubber. Slip joint barrels should
be inspected to insure surfaces are smooth and free from scouring.
16. Base oil or OBM should not be stored in a pit longer than is actually required. Holding pits
should be thoroughly cleaned at the conclusion of each job requiring OBM.
17. Check all BOP and rig valves for rubber and resilient seal compatibility with OBM.
18. Before loading Oil Mud into rig mud tanks, install new rubber products in all low-pressure
mud valves and pump suction valves.
19. Stock up on spare rubber products for valves and mud processing equipment.
20. Double-check all valves in the circulating system before loading Oil Mud into rig tanks.
21. Create extra sumps around the pumps and rig substructure to trap oil.
22. Use a vacuum pump to clean out sumps, and to clean out pumps during repair work.
23. Ensure that all mud handling equipment and mixing pumps have drip pans.
24. Add a 2" drain line between the mouse hole and the trip tank (or any tank with the capability
to pump mud to shakers). With this drain, mud that drains from the kelly can be saved and
pumped across the shakers.
25. Double valve all tank lines. If possible, use hard piping (welded Schedule 40) for lines
rather than hoses.
26. Install a common overflow between storage tanks to prevent spills during loading and
transferring.
NAF DRILLING FLUIDS
Treatment Guidelines
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1. Perform a minimum of two (2) complete (In and Out) checks of the drilling fluid every 24
hours during drilling operations.
2. Process the drilling fluid returning from the wellbore so that the fluid properties of the
drilling fluid going back into the wellbore are within the acceptable range per the
specifications in the approved Drilling Program.
3. Pilot test any planned significant change to mud system before making change.
4. When drilling, measure and record at 30-minute intervals the drilling fluid weight and
funnel viscosity from the flow line and the pump suction pit.
5. Notify the Driller and Mud Logger of planned changes to the active system volume.
6. Use a shearing device to maximize yield of emulsifiers, gelling agents, and to get a tight
oil/water emulsion.
7. Make sure that hoppers are shut-off when not in use for mixing.
Test Equipment
The test equipment listed in Exhibit B of the Mud Materials and Mud Engineering Services
Contract shall be maintained at the rig. See contract for details. Specific items necessary for
testing oil-base muds include:
1. Equipment for chemical analysis of oil muds as stated in API RP 13B-2.
2. Reference Manual - API RP 13B-2 "Recommended Practice - Standard Procedure For Field
Testing Oil Based Drilling Fluids", December 1991 Edition or newer.
3. Pressurized Mud Balance with Calibration Kit.
4. Fann 6-speed VG Meter.
5. Thermostatically-controlled viscometer cup.
6. Thermometer (32-220 F).
7. HTHP filter press.
8. 10 or 20 cc mud retort.
9. Electrical stability meter with calibration kit.
10. Electrohygrometer with calibration kit.
Further details on test equipment are given in ExxonMobil Oil and Synthetic Mud Testing
Guidelines.
Mud Check Guidelines
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Unless otherwise specified in the Drilling Program, the Drilling Fluids Engineer shall make the
following measurements for each "Mud Check" on an oil-base drilling fluid.
1. Mud Weight.
2. Funnel Viscosity.
3. Plastic Viscosity (PV) at 120 F.
4. Yield Point (YP) at 120 F.
5. Gel Strengths at 120 F.
6. API Filtration at 100 psi differential.
7. HPHT Filtration at 500 psi differential at temperature specified in the Drilling Program.
8. Alkalinity and Excess Lime.
9. Water Phase Salinity.
10. Calcium.
11. Activity by electrohygrometer.
12. Electrical stability.
13. Water, oil, and solids content (retort).
14. Oil Water Ratio.
Further details on mud checks are given in ExxonMobil Oil and Synthetic Mud Testing
Guidelines.
Drilling Fluids Report Guidelines
The Drilling Fluids Engineer is to provide a Daily Drilling Fluids Report to the operations
supervisor daily which includes the following:
Cumulative Record of Drilling Fluid Checks Labelled as to Time and Depth of Bit
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1. Ensure that workers report to work each tour in clean work clothes and that each worker has
extra clean work clothes on site. In general, oil-soaked clothing should be changed as soon
as practical.
2. Provide an adequate means of clean-up for workers who have skin contact with oil mud.
3. Provide hand cleaners and barrier creams to remove oil from the skin and to protect the skin.
These items should be kept at all eye wash stations.
4. The following personal protective equipment (PPE) should be available for use by personnel
working with oil muds:
Work gloves (replace when oil-saturated). Chemical resistant gloves worn underneath
work gloves may be used to minimize skin contact. (Latex-type surgical gloves work
well)
Crew members that work with the mud or mud pumps should wear chemical-resistant
(e.g. Neoprene) gloves.
Safety glasses with side shields.
Hard hat.
Complete slicker suit or chemical apron.
Extra PPE should be kept in dog house for other personnel frequently called to work
on the drill floor.
Rubber boots.
Paper towel dispensers, hand cleaner, barrier cream dispensers, and wash water in mud
pit area. "ZEE" skin cream has worked well in preventing skin irritation.
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a. Where differential pressure allows, a simple spacer such as a pure base oil often
works best.
b. If a weighted spacer is required, oil mud without calcium chloride is best. In
cementing operations the spacer must not contain calcium chloride or flash setting
could occur.
2. Spacer Volume recommendations:
a. Use the volume necessary to achieve a spacer height of 200-500 ft in the annulus.
Use greater heights for open hole, lesser heights inside casing.
b. WELL CONTROL CAUTION: Calculate effect of spacer on hydrostatic pressures.
3. The displacing fluid should be heavier than the fluid to be displaced. The density of both
fluids should be checked at the same temperature.
4. Condition water mud by deflocculating to lower yield point and gel strengths. Circulate
bottoms-up at high pump rate immediately before beginning displacement.
Displacement Procedures
It is very important to plan the displacement carefully. Have thin, freshly circulated water base
mud in the hole just before displacement.
1. Circulate and thin the water base mud thoroughly before shutting down to change out the
water mud in the pits with oil mud. On some rigs, the returns can be diverted down a metal
trough (mud ditch) from the shakers to the suction pit; if so, circulation with water mud can
continue while the remaining pits are drained of water mud and cleaned out.
2. Clean out pits after removing water mud.
3. Put 40-60 mesh screens on shale shakers to handle thick oil mud. Have finer screens ready
for installation after the oil mud has circulated around.
4. Put spacer in slugging pit and fill other pits with oil mud.
5. Zero pump stroke counter after spacer is pumped and before the first good oil mud starts
downhole. Record stroke count when water mud and water mud/oil mud interface has been
displaced and reasonably good oil mud returns are visible. Start shakers, direct mud to pits.
6. Rotate and reciprocate pipe during displacement.
7. Pump at fast rates during displacement . Reduce rate if pressures increase. Do not stop
pumping once the displacement has commenced unless absolutely necessary.
8. Dump water mud or move to storage while pumping.
9. Catch spacer/water mud/oil mud interface and dispose per the approved requirement.
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10. Circulate around once, and after determining that the water mud and spacer have come back
divert returns over the shakers and begin remedial oil mud treatments with emulsifier and
wetting agents. Typical treatments are in the 0.5-1.0 ppb range for each additive during the
next circulation.
11. Run a check for flow properties, E.S., and HTHP as soon as practical after good mud has
come back (remedial treatments should already have been initiated) and assess the condition
of the mud. Continue treating as necessary, and do not stop circulating until acceptable mud
properties are attained.
12. Change out shaker screens to the smallest mesh possible as soon as the shakers can handle
it.
13. Use pump stroke count to estimate the degree of channelling by the oil mud. This will help
determine how much water mud was left in the hole.
14. Commence drilling when the oil mud exhibits stable rheology, electrical stability, and shows
little or no water in the HTHP filtrate.
Testing and Conditioning During Displacement
1. Test for water mud/spacer interface every 15-20 minutes until 75% of displacement has
been pumped, then test continuously.
2. Record pump stroke count when reasonably good oil mud returns are visible at the
shakers. Use stroke count to calculate how much water mud was left in the hole. If a
significant amount of water-base mud was left in the hole, it may have been caused by
severely washedout open hole. Water mud can bleed into an oil mud for several days
after the displacement; this mixing can weaken the oil mud emulsion.
3. HANDLING CONTAMINATION: After good oil mud returns are directed over the
shakers, emulsifier and wetting agent can be added at the shakers, in the suction, or in
both places. Continue to circulate and condition the mud for several circulations and
test flow properties, and Electrical Stability. Check the High Temperature / High
Pressure fluid loss for the presence or absence of water; drilling should not commence
until the HTHP is
< 1.0 cc or water free. This process of displacing and then conditioning may take 24 hr or
more and should not be rushed. Ensure the mud is well treated-before drilling ahead.
4. FLUID IDENTIFICATION: To help identify when good oil mud is coming back, run
Dispersibility and Electrical Stability Tests as follows:
Dispersibility Test
1. Fill one clean glass or plastic container with base oil, the other with water.
2. Place a few drops of the returning fluid in each and observe for signs of dispersibility:
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If the fluid disperses in water and not in the oil, it is water mud.
If the fluid disperses in oil and not in the water, it is oil mud.
If an oil slick forms on the surface of the water or some fraction does not mix, it is a
mixture of water and oil.
Rig Preparation
1. All welding repairs on pumps, pits, and rig floor should be completed before taking on Oil
Mud.
2. Change swivel packing and blank off all water lines to the pits. Maintain on site a supply of
55-gallon disposal drums for oily wastes.
B.
C.
D.
Solidification
1. Utilize a Drying Shaker to get the drill cuttings as dry as possible and to recycle as much of
the base oil as possible (e.g. Sweco LM-3 Shaker, Derrick Hi-G Shaker, etc.).
2. Utilize a screw type conveyor(s) or vacuum unit for cuttings gathering, collection and
discharge from the Mixing Unit to the storage area.
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OIL BASE UTILIZATION CHECKLIST
Use the OBM checklist in the Safety Management Program
1. EPR - Oil Mud Manual
2. EUSA - Oil Mud Lab Manual / Oil Mud Testing Guidelines
3. NODO - OBM operations Practices Manual
4. NODO Operations & Technical Bulletin No.# 94-21/How to build high-density OBM slugs.
5. Drilling Safety Management Program
LOADING OIL BASE MUD OR BASE OIL FROM SUPPLY VESSEL TO RIG
Responsibility
1. OIM or Barge Engineer/Captain to be in charge of operation.
2. Tool pusher is to be responsible for rig related preparations. Assistant Driller and Derrick
man are to assist the Tool pusher.
Preparations
1. OIM or Barge Eng./Captain to hole pre-transfer meeting with involved crew members.
2. Visually inspect transfer hoses for any damage immediately prior to transfer. Transfer hoses
must be rated for hydrocarbon fluids and have a safe working pressure of 150 psi. Verify
that the supply vessel's pumping pressure will not exceed safe working pressure of the
hoses.
3. Transfer hoses have a valve on the end, at the supply vessel side, and has been checked for
damage.
4. All others outlets on the load line are sealed off with a blind flange or a valve that is
properly closed and padlocked (i.e., list specific valves).
5. Valves on sample outlets at each loading stations are closed.
6. Valves on all opposite side loading stations are closed and secured (i.e., padlocked).
7. Tool pusher and ExxonMobil drilling supervisor will verify that all preparations listed herein
have been made before initiating the transfer. Also, the Tool pusher and ExxonMobil drilling
supervisor will ensure that the "checklist" is fully completed prior to commencing the
operation. A copy of the completed "checklist" will be provided to the ExxonMobil drilling
supervisor.
8. Transfer hoses will be visually checked for damage prior to transfer.
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9. Mud pits, shaker pits and shaker box have been emptied and cleaned out per mud engineer
approval. All dump valves have been closed, secured, and tagged.
10. Main mud valve on overboard discharge line is closed and padlocked (specify valves).
11. Trip tank is to be cleaned out. The trip tank dump valves are to be closed and secured.
12. Overboard valves from the rig floor drain are closed and secured. Rig floor drains are lined
up to drain tank.
13. Drains in pump room, mud treatment room, shaker room, mud mixing area, and cement
room are sealed.
14. All valves to cement unit are closed. Dump valves from cement unit displacement and
mixing tanks are closed and padlocked.
15. Isolation valves in mud pit room between OBM line and drill water line are closed and
secured.
16. Main valve on sea water supply line and all water valves at mud pits, pump room, and shale
shakers are closed and tagged.
17. Main diesel supply line valve has been closed, padlocked and tagged.
18. Transfer pumps are available for use in the event of a spill on the deck or to transfer at the
pits.
19. Desander and desilter feed line manifold valves are closed and secured.
20. Valves on possum belly discharge are closed and secured.
21. Water flushing system on shakers screens are closed and secured.
22. Cuttings overboard gate in shale shaker cutting trough is sealed.
23. Cuttings transfer augers are operational.
24. Shaker bypass line to mud pits is closed.
25. Gumbo box bypass line is closed.
26. Gumbo box view hatch is sealed.
27. Cracks in rig floor are sealed with "Builders Foam".
28. Choke manifold discharge line is closed and tagged.
29. Large garbage bags are on rig if needed.
30. Cutting boxes are on rig.
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31. Absol is on rig.
32. Vacuum system is operational.
33. Extra personnel on rig for cutting handling as needed.
34. Drillpipe inside and outside wipers are on rig.
Communications
1. All involved rig and supply vessel personnel to have VHF radios.
2. One designated rig crew member to be assigned as lookout during the transfer to observe for
leakage from the rig or supply vessel and to monitor transfer hoses.
3. Transferring of oil base mud should be done in daylight hours only, unless ExxonMobil
operations superintendent approves a night transfer. Additional planning steps will be
necessary to address problems that could be encountered with a transfer during darkness.
4. OIM, tool pusher, ExxonMobil drilling supervisor, mud engineer, mud logger and control
room operator will be informed prior to the transfer of OBM.
Transferring
1. OIM or Barge Eng./Captain and the derrick man will double check line up from loading
station to mud pits.
2. Work permit will be completed prior to the transfer.
2.a
Cutting and welding permits are to be returned and put on hold until transfer of
OBM or base oil is complete.
3. Connect transfer hose to supply vessel. OIM or Barge Eng./Captain to confirm with
supply vessel captain that transfer hose connection flange is a proper mate to the flange
on supply vessel.
4. Transfer is now ready to be started. The derrick man will monitor volume pumped and
change over as required, opening valves on next pit to be filled before closing valve on
pit just filled. Derrick man and mud loggers will monitor volume received periodically
throughout the operation and upon completion of fluid transfer.
5. If any difference between volume pumped and volume received should occur, stop the
transfer immediately. The tool pusher and ExxonMobil drilling supervisor are to be
informed of the discrepancy and an investigation will be conducted to find the reason for
the deviation. An acceptable solution to the problem will be implemented prior to
continuing the operation.
6. The mud engineer will perform quality checks of the transferred fluid periodically
during the operation.
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7. When transferring is completed, stop transfer pump and close valve on loading line in
pit room. Close the valve at the loading station, the transfer hose must then be bled to
the supply vessel. The valve on the end of the transfer hose at the supply vessel must be
closed prior to disconnecting the hose from the flange on the vessel.
8. All mix lines, suction lines and transfer lines to the cement unit and trip tank are to be
flushed. All water mud/oil mud interface from the flushing operation must be captured
and pumped to a slop tank. After flushing, all valves are to be closed.
DISPLACING WATER BASE MUD FROM THE WELLBORE WITH OIL BASE MUD
Responsibility
1.
Preparations
1. Tool pusher and Mud Engineer will hold pre displacement meeting with all involved crew
members.
2. Ensure flowline adapter connections are tightened.
3. Shaker bypass line to mud pits is closed.
4. Shaker bypass line into the gumbo box is inspected, closed, tagged and secured.
5. Gumbo box view hatch is closed and inspected.
6. Dump valves on degasser are inspected, closed, tagged and secured.
7. Trip tank has been emptied and cleaned.
8. Trip tank dump valve is inspected, closed, tagged and padlocked.
9. Rig floor drains are lined up to the slop tank.
10. Valves on overboard lines from the rig floor/slop tank are to be inspected, closed, tagged and
padlocked.
11. Shaker pit and shaker box are cleaned to meet mud engineer approval.
12. Shaker pit dump valves must be inspected, closed, tagged and padlocked.
13. Valves on possum belly discharges are inspected, closed, tagged and secured.
14. Shaker discharge lined up to bypass the sand traps.
15. All drains where OBM could be discharged will be plugged or directed to a slop tank.
16. Air transfer pumps available on rig.
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17. Water flushing system valves for shaker screens will be closed and tagged.
18. Cuttings overboard gate in shale shaker cuttings trough is sealed.
19. Hatches on cuttings auger in correct position.
20. Cuttings transfer augers are operational.
21. Drains in shaker, sack, cement and treatment rooms sealed.
22. Desander and desilter feed line manifold valves are inspected, closed, tagged and secured.
23. Overflow tubes and cement unit displacement tank drain lines valves are inspected, closed,
tagged and secured.
24. Cracks/openings in rig floor are sealed with "Building foam".
25. Choke manifold discharge line valves are closed and tagged.
26. Air operated mud bucket is on the rig and operational.
27. Drill pipe inside/outside wiper is on the rig.
28. Large bags are on rig if needed.
29. Vacuum system is on rig and is operational.
30. Additional personnel available to handle cuttings auger/cuttings boxes.
31. Plans have been developed to handle the water base mud displaced from the wellbore.
32. A plan is in place to catch the water base mud/OBM interface.
33. Chemicals onboard to treat OBM once displacement is completed.
34. Both mud engineers are on tour.
35. If displacement operations are to be conducted during darkness, ensure adequate lighting is
available.
Communications
1. All personnel involved in the displacement will have VHF radio access.
2. The tool pusher, ExxonMobil drilling supervisor, mud engineer and mud loggers will be
involved in the displacement operation.
3. One designated rig crew member will be assigned as a lookout during displacement
operations to observe for leakage.
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4. OIM, tool pusher, ExxonMobil drilling supervisor, mud engineer, mud logger and control
room operator will be informed prior to displacement operations.
Displacing
1. Tool pusher and derrick man will confirm with each other that all valves are lined up
properly prior to starting displacement operations.
2. If any leakage or spills are detected, stop the displacement operations immediately.
Implement corrective measures and ensure all involved personnel are notified prior to
restarting displacement operations
3. The mud engineers will periodically check the E.S. of the returning mud to determine
whento put the return flow across the shale shakers.
4. After displacement, all mix lines, suctions lines and transfer lines will be flushed and any
interface will be disposed of in the slop tank.
6.9
General Approach
In general, wellbore stability models are constructed based on cuttings analysis (to determine
surface areas) from several offset wells. The surface areas are then stratigraphically correlated,
data consistency is evaluated, and a surface area profile is generated.
To apply an offset surface area profile to a prospective well, correlativity of stratigraphy must
be determined (i.e., How do the offset wells tie to the prospect well?). Typically, simple
adjustments to stratigraphic tops are made to correlate the surface areas. Sometimes, the depths
of offset surface areas are "stretched" or "compressed" to accommodate anticipated interval
thickening or thinning. This surface area profile is used as input data to a wellbore stability
model that is used for well planning. Cuttings surface areas can be measured at the rig-site to
verify or modify the wellbore stability model while drilling. Qualitatively, one can determine if
the wellbore should be drilling more or less stable than the modeled well depending on the
comparison of real versus assumed surface areas. Quantitatively, the real surface areas can be
used to revise the model and mud weight schedule.
Measurement Options
Real-time surface area measurements can be made with a portable, on-site DCM kit. The decision
of whether to mobilize on-site surface area measurements should consider the following:
Alternatively, cuttings have been shipped from wellsite to EMURCo in Houston or to Labs in
Aberdeen for analysis. Transportation time (to Houston or Aberdeen) is generally the critical
path item for off-site analysis. A typical analysis cost is $15-20 per sample. Independent of the
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measurement option, approximately 30-50 samples can be analyzed each day. The normal
sample frequency is about once every 30 feet.
Limitations
The purpose of any measurement is to enable some response, if necessary. In some cases, the
options for acting on rig-site surface area measurements may be limited.
Certain wells face the difficult situation where the collapse gradient approaches, or even
crosses the fracture gradient. Such a circumstance can be caused by abnormally high or
unusually anisotropic tectonic stresses, or when rock strength is very weak compared to
even normal stresses. Due to the conflicting requirements for stabilizing the wellbore
(higher mud weight) and avoiding lost returns (lower mud weight) the only option is to
manage the symptoms of instability while approaching the fracture gradient as closely as
practical. Recent encounters with this situation (see examples below) have motivated current
URC research on improved leakoff prediction and lost returns mitigation.
While the EPR shale strength correlation incorporated in the WBSD software is accurate for
the large majority of shales, the strength behavior of certain lower surface area shales has
been observed to fall outside the database from which the correlation was delivered. Shales
in Malaysia and the Irish Sea, for example, record surface areas of 100-200 m/gm while
exhibiting mechanical properties consistent with 400-500 m/gm. Laboratory work is in
progress to resolve such exceptions to the present database.
Applications
The following summarizes how real-time (on-site) surface area measurements have been or could
be used to impact drilling operations:
6.10
Elli:
The actual mud weight used took advantage of a 1 ppg "conservatism" (based on
North Sea experience) in mud weight predictions from the wellbore stability model.
Realtime surface area measurements indicated slightly stronger shale than initially assumed,
which reinforced confidence in the selected mud weight.
Bolivia: The pre-drill wellbore stability model was constrained to data from distant
nearsurface core holes to bracket the expected surface areas. Real-time surface area
measurements were used to qualitatively check shale sensitivity and monitor the inhibitive
effects of glycol.
DRILLING FLUID SYSTEM GUIDELINES
On-site measurements of surface areas provide useful data, but may not influence operational
decisions when:
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If these latter conditions are suspected beforehand, off-sit measurements of surface areas may be
more convenient and cost-effective since the data will be used primarily to:
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Stress that fluid is not to be rolled, moved of transferred while transporting to location
If weather permits, periodically sound the tanks to verify no change
III.
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Stress that fluid is not to be rolled, moved of transferred while transporting to location
If weather permits, periodically sound the tanks to verify no change
VI.
D. Receiving Tanks
Ensure tanks are clean and sealed
Verify volume to be transferred
Catch a sample to verify composition prior to transferring fluid
Catch a composite sample on boat while transferring of the first 10%, middle,
and last 10% of the product and split the sample between the boat and Mud
Company representative
Signature/Company/Date _________________ Signature/Company/Date ______________________
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Shipping Hazards:
Stair steps wrapped with burlap or have non-skid surfaces
Floor mats placed at all entrances to living quarters
Rotary has non skid matting
Absorbent material available for rig floor, other spill areas
Steam cleaner or high pressure wash-down unit available
Discharges:
Ratholes/Mouseholes sealed with hose to disposal basin
Pipe Rack Drains drained to disposal basin
Catch Pan under Rig Floor drained to disposal basin
Kick Plates around main deck/pipe rack area
Kick Plates around the rig floor
Dump valves double valved, locked, and signs posted with Work permit require
operate
Drill pipe wipers used inside and outside
Lower kelly mud saver used
Mud bucket seals in good condition
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Water Contamination:
Open mud pits covered
Pits cleaned and isolation valves tested
Base oil mud lines with hose and nozzles installed rig floor, mud pit room,
shaker area
Sources of water isolated rig floor, mud pit room, shaker area, mud mixing area
Packing Elements on centrifugal pumps grease cooled, not water cooled trip
tank, mixing pumps
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Form D-200
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Base oil low in aromatic hydrocarbons, i.e. aniline above 145 Deg. F
Oil Resistant (nitrile) rubber elements, i.e., mud pit valve seals, shaker valve
seals, shaker mounts, and hoses
Oil Resistant (nitrile) elements used in BOP, ram seals, annulars
General Comments:
Report
By:Position:
Location:
Contractor:
Date:
Rig:
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Background
Pressure Indicators While Drilling
Abnormal Pressure Detection Team Responsibilities
Mud Logging
Operational Guidelines
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7.1
BACKGROUND
For all Drilling Operations a casing seat or TD hunt will be prepared in conjunction with the
Operations Geologist. Conventional abnormal pressure detection parameters as described in
this chapter generally apply to clastic sequences.
There are no reliable methods to detect the onset of abnormal pressure in carbonate sections.
When drilling predominantly carbonate sequences, extreme care must be exercised including
controlled drilling, frequent flow-checks, preparedness for lost returns/fractures and
consideration of correlation (whenever possible). Conversely, in clastics, the detection
techniques contained in this section may be relied upon with a much higher degree of success.
Definitions
When does
abnormal
pressure occur
Causes of
abnormal
pressure
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Because conditions can vary widely, special care should be taken not to
assume that the cause of abnormal pressure established from
experience in a well-known area necessarily is the cause of a similar
condition in another basin which has not yet been adequately tested by
drilling.
Documentation
of known welloperational specific
abnormal
Pressure
7.2
Rate of
Penetration
(ROP)
Interpretation
Factors
affecting
ROP
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weight on bit
rotary speed
bit type/size
bit condition
mud viscosity
hydraulics
differential pressure, and
lithology
ROP and
lithology
"d" exponent
curve
"dc" exponent
Another curve used in the corrected "d" exponent ("dc"). This
value is curve the "d" value corrected to the gradient of the basin in which the well is
drilled, and for the mud weight.
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Gas units
Interpretati
on of gas
readings
Types of gas
Background
Gas (BGG)
aka Drill Gas
Effect of drill
pipe pulling
speed on trip
gas
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Connection
Gas (CG)
Connection
consistency
Circulating
Gas
(Circ BGG)
Time for
circulating
gas to
stabilize
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Show Gas
Reactions
show gas
Shutdown Gas Shutdown Gas is gas resulting from pump shutdown period; i.e., for
equipment repair, etc.
The table below describes how to report the various types of gas.
Gas type
Report as
Example
Background
BGG (Depth to Depth)
BGG 40 units from 7000' to 7500'
Gas (BGG) aka
and 60 units from 7500' to 8000'.
Drill Gas
Trip Gas (TG) Maximum gas observed from trip Background Gas before trip: 50
depth minus background gas prior units
Maximum gas observed from trip
to trip. Also note the time
depth: 150 units
between B/U trip gas peak and
Report Trip Gas as: 100 units or
return to background gas level
100 units over BGG
and report if more than normal.
Connection
Maximum gas observed from
Background Gas before
connection: 50 units
Gas (CG)
connection depth minus
Maximum gas observed from
background gas prior to
connection depth: 75 units
connection. Also note the time
between the B/U gas peak and the Report Connection Gas as: 25
units or 25 units over BGG
return to the prior gas level and
report if more than normal.
Circulating
Stabilized gas units without drill
BGG while drilling is 50 units,
after picking up off bottom and
Gas (Circ
gas or trip gas.
circulating out bottoms up, the gas
BGG)
level falls to 25 units. Report Circ
BGG as 25 units or 25 units over
BGG.
Gas reporting
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Show Gas
Shutdown Gas
Mud
properties to
plot
mud density
total chlorides (titrated or resistivity)
temperature
ion change (calcium and sodium)
mud viscosity (funnel, plastic, yield point and gels) and pH
factor.
Frequency of
mud properties
check
Plotting method
Changes in
rheological
properties
Changes in
chlorides
An increase in the total chlorides over the average for the normal
pressure portion of the hole may indicate a formation water influx
and entry into higher pore pressure. An increase of chlorides causes
drilling fluid chemical changes that show up as an increase in:
funnel viscosity plastic viscosity, and
yield point.
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Temperature
gradient
changes
Factors
affecting
temperature
Temperature
plotting
guidelines
(shakers) temperature.
Plot with other parameters.
Consider lag time to correlate temperature with depth.
Establish gradient for each bit run.
Do not establish the mud temperature gradients until after the
effects of tripping have normalized (usually 30' to 40' of drilling).
Observe sudden increase in the outlet/inlet differential.
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Changes in
physical
properties of
cuttings
Composition
Color
Texture
Size
Shape
Fracture quantity, and
bulk density.
Color change
Texture change
Textural change in shale may be from silty and rough to waxy, slick or
soapy.
Shape change
Quantity
Density change
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Team make-up
Rig Supervisor
Wellsite Geologist
Drilling Engineer (if required)
Paleontologist (if required)
Mudloggers, and MWD personnel Rig Hands
Driller, and Shaker hand
Mud Engineer
When should All team members should be at the well site 24 hrs before the team
arrive transition zone is expected. This allows time to monitor all the indicators so
Mission of team
Team members
The table below describes the responsibilities of each member of the
responsibilities team.
Role
Rig Supervisor
Wellsite
Geologist
Drilling
Engineer
Paleontologist
MWD
Engineer
Mudlogger
Responsibilities
The Rig Supervisor is responsible for the drilling rig and all on-site
activities and is designated as the Team Leader. The supervisor has the
ultimate onsite authority on when to raise the mud weight, stop drilling,
and log based on the advice of the other team members.
The Wellsite Geologist's duties are to plot and interpret various
geological abnormal pressure indicators, interpret and correlate logs
(MDS/LWD logs, electric wireline logs, mud logs, etc.), and calculate
estimated pore pressure from logs and shale density plots.
The Drilling Engineer's duties are to interpret drilling parameters. The
Geologist and Drilling Engineer must maintain close communication
and closely analyze the various indicators as the hole is drilled.
The Paleontologist's duties (if required) are to identify correlative
microfossil zones, construct paleobathymetric maps, and help the team
better understand the geology.
The MWD Engineer's duties are to maintain QC of LWD logs, and
estimate pore pressure changes from log plots.
The Mudlogger's duties are to record all abnormal pressure parameters,
make lithologic descriptions of the cuttings, watch for hydrocarbon
shows, and maintain a lithology/drilling parameter log plotted up to
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Driller
Mud Engineer
Shaker Hand
* Most abnormal pressure detection operations are conducted by contract Geologist with no
EMDC Geologist or Engineer on site. Proper communication should be made through with
the team members at the rig site and office.
7.4
Mud Logging
Where are
specifications
found
Abnormal
pressure
parameters to
be monitored
rate of penetration
d/dc
gas detection
background gas
connection gas
trip gas, etc.
chromatograph readings
lithologic descriptions
hole conditions
torque
drag
fill, etc.
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Plotting Data
While drilling, the Mudloggers will plot the specified data on a mud log
on a continuous basis and maintain 24 hour surveillance of the
wellbore.
Distribution/
frequency of
reports
Note: It may be required to fax the mud log to the office more
often when drilling in or near possible transition zones (typically,
a minimum of twice a day to office for Operations Geologist, and
Superintendent's review).
Mud logging
unit
specifications
Gas detection A Hydrogen Flame Ionization Gas Detector (FID) and equipment
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A carbide lag (or in Oil Base Mud some other type of lag) will
be made each 24 hours to check operation of gas detectors and
lag time.
The primary gas trap must be constructed so that mud enters equipment
through a 1.5" to 2" hole in a bottom plate on the trap. Two (2) opposed, open stirrup
(curved or straight) agitator blades should be used. An air motor is preferred.
A backup gas trap should be available on location at all times.
The secondary gas trap extracts a precise quantity of mud from
the possum belly and automatically extracts gas entrained in the
mud. It should be self-calibrating and incorporate two (2) FIDs
as sensors.
Gas trap
Computer
equipment
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Lithology
UV light box with tow (2) 3600 angstrom UV lights plus one
equipment
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Guidelines
Guidelines
The BOP must be tested and functioned, and the drill crews
determined to be qualified and competent (via training and
drills) on flowcheck and well shut-in procedures in accordance
with the Well Control Section of this manual.
Reference: See the Well Control Section of this manual for
additional information.
The drilling fluid should be stabilized at the pre-determined
weight.
Adequate barite must be on the drilling rig to weight up to at
least the expected mud weight (minimum: the higher of 1000
sacks or 1 ppg increase over current mud weight).
Barite needed should be addressed in lost return areas.
The barite quantity on-site must comply with the regulations of
the MMS or State Agency. Check mud company inventory of
barite at their base and how rapidly it can be mobilized to the
rig site.
The PVT and FLO-SHO alarms should be set to the lowest
practical limits.
The abnormal pressure detection parameters specified in the
Drilling Program must be monitored continuously.
The drilling parameters should be stabilized as soon as possible
during each bit run and maintained constant to allow for more
accurate pressure detection.
If mud weight must be raised in response to abnormal pressure
indicators, drilling should cease and the well should be
circulated until the system is stabilized at the new mud weight.
After consultation with the Operations Superintendent, the mud
weight may be increased gradually while drilling if conditions
allow.
Consideration should be given to using mill tooth bits as they
have been the most reliable in responding to abnormal pressure
indicators. Successful abnormal pressure hunts have been
conducted with insert bits, and PDC bits in areas with
significant local knowledge and where offset experience exists.
The BOP must be tested and functioned, and the drill crews
determined to be qualified and competent (via training and
drills) on flowcheck and well shut-in procedures in accordance
with the Well Control Section of this manual.
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Formation evaluation takes many forms and in many respects is the province of the
wellsite geologist. However, operation of the equipment and its effect on well safety,
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apart, whereas in hard formations, smaller diamonds are set closer together. The cost
of the core bit depends on the total carat weight of the diamonds plus the setting
charge. Used bits are returned for salvage of the diamonds and to receive credit for
the reusable stones.
Beside the PDC/diamond placement, the main difference in core head design is the
location, size, and number of drilling fluid passages for cleaning and cooling the bit.
This design depends on the formation to be cored along with the available pump
horsepower. Relatively large fluid courses permit higher fluid circulation rates for
flushing the hole while cutting sticky shales. Smaller, numerous fluid courses
provide better cooling of the diamonds while coring hard abrasive formations.
When coring in soft formations, EMDC may elect to have the coring company
manufacture the core bits with their "throats" 1/8" smaller than the inner barrel or
liner inside diameter. This clearance will allow the shales to swell and hopefully
prevent the barrel from jamming and resulting in poor recovery. Face discharge core
heads may also reduce erosion due to fluid flow past the core.
In hard formation wellbores, the initial trip in the hole with a core bit should be done
with careful monitoring for excessive drag, particularly in the lower portion of the
last bit run. As a bit drills hard formations, the gauge protection of the bit can wear
creating an under gauged hole. As the full gauge coring assembly enters this part of
the hole, the bit and full gauge stabilizers on the core barrel could stick. If the drag
becomes excessive, the assembly should be pulled from the hole and a hole opener or
reamer run to open it to full gauge.
Core Barrel
The conventional core barrel for diamond coring consists of an outer barrel which
houses a free, non-rotating, inner core barrel that is made of either light weight steel,
aluminium, or fiberglass. In order to obtain a good core, the inner barrel must not
rotate with the outer barrel. This is accomplished by suspending the inner barrel on a
swivel assembly which utilizes a mud lubricated anti-friction bearing. The core bit is
made up on the bottom of the outer barrel while the inner barrel is fitted with a core
catcher assembly at its bottom.
Conventional wall thickness barrels are generally available in the following sizes:
Outer Barrel Diameter
Core Diameter
4-1/8"
2-1/8"
4-3/4"
2-5/8"
5-3/4"
3-1/2"
6-1/4"
4"
6-3/4
4"
7"
4-3/8"
8"
5-1/4"
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If either barrel becomes bent, the unit should be replaced because the inner tube will
probably rotate with the outer tube. The inner barrel must have a smooth uniform
bore to allow passage of the core and to prevent wedging. The unit should always be
checked before starting in the hole. The assembly can be hung in the derrick and the
inner barrel hand-rotated before making up the core head.
Inner Barrel Plastic Liners
When coring in soft, unconsolidated formations, a plastic liner can be run that will
help prevent the inner barrel from jamming, and help protect and preserve the core
during removal and transport. In medium to hard formations, these liners are
normally not run.
There are three types of plastic liners: 1) Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with temperature
limitations up to 150 degrees F, 2) Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) with
temperature limitations up to 180 degrees, and 3) Butyrate, a clear plastic liner that
has a temperature limitation of 140 degrees F. The PVC plastic liner is typically run
when coring soft formations, though aluminium liners have been used in hotter holes
where the BHT exceeds 180 degrees F.
The use of these plastic liners will reduce the size of core that can be cut, by 3/8" to
1/2" depending on the size barrel being used.
Fluted Aluminium Inner Barrel
Very high recovery of long cored intervals has been achieved with fluted aluminium
inner barrel in Norway. The design is believed to reduce core to inner barrel friction
and therefore reduced jamming.
Stabilizers
Full gauge (1/32 under) integral bladed stabilizers near the top and just above the bit
will keep the barrel from wobbling while coring, and should be replaced when worn
down more than 1/8". If under gauged stabilizers were used in drilling the section of
hole immediately above the core point, these full gauge stabilizers may cause
excessive drag while going in the hole that could stick the assembly. An additional
trip with a reamer or hole opener may be necessary before coring can commence.
Safety Joint
A safety joint at the top of the core barrel enables recovery of the inner barrel and
core should the outer barrel become stuck. This will leave only the outer barrel and
core bit to be fished from the hole.
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It should be noted that the safety joint is made with a left-hand thread that only
requires 50% of the make-up torque to release. In high angle directional wells it may
be impossible to work down enough left hand torque to the safety joint without
backing-off the drill string at a higher point.
Pump-Out Sub
A pump-out sub (circulating sub) should be run above the coring assembly that can be
opened in the event that the flow passages around the bit should become plugged
during coring operations. A ball is normally dropped and the drill string pressured-up
rupturing a disk that opens flow ports in the sub. Various pressure rated disks can be
run, normally using those set to rupture at 3500 psi. Circulation can then resume and
the hole cleaned prior to pulling out of the hole. The coring company provides these
pump-out subs.
Coring Jars
Mechanical jars should NOT be run when coring because they can do serious damage
to a core barrel assembly. If the drill string is stuck at the bit, mechanical jars have
been known to tear the throats out of a core bit. A hydraulic jar (such as Bowen or
Houston Engineering) is preferred by most core companies because the jarring blow
can be controlled by the overpull from the rig floor. These jars are placed either
towards the bottom of the HeviWate drill pipe, or in the upper portion of the drill
collars.
CONVENTIONAL CORING TECHNIQUES
Preparing to Core
It is very important that the hole be clean of any debris (rock bit teeth, bearings, etc.)
to prevent damage to the PDC or diamonds. If necessary, a junk boot basket can be
used during the last bit run prior to coring. If there is junk suspected on bottom after
the last bit run before coring a boot basket run is recommended. The drilling
engineer should work closely with the core bit manufacturer to select the best design
and type of bit for the type of formation to be cored, anticipated mud properties, and
available hydraulic horsepower.
As with all drilling assemblies, accurate measurement of the core barrel assembly
including the BHA should be made before going in the hole. After touching bottom
while circulating, the bit should be held approximately 3 foot off-bottom and
circulation continued to wash the hole clean of any fill that might have accumulated
during the bit trip.
Mud Properties
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While drilling just prior to PDC/diamond coring, the mud viscosity should be reduced
as much as possible without sacrificing hole cleaning. A low water loss mud will
reduce filter cake build-up and minimize the chances of sticking. Low viscosity and
low water loss will also help reduce pump pressures.
In studies performed by Conoco in 1986, they found that very good core recovery
(100%) was obtained in their offshore operations when the pressure of the mud
column was kept at least 300 psi above the formation pressure using a Saltwater/New
Drill type mud system. Coring runs in holes using a freshwater lignosulfonate mud
were not as successful (the shales became swollen causing them to become sticky and
jamming the core barrel), and in those operations done with very low differential
pressures, no core was recovered.
LCM can be pumped through a core barrel, but the material should be restricted to
fine material only. Limit LCM to a maximum concentration of 15-20 ppb.
Coring Operations Guidelines
Cutting The Core
Prior to dropping the ball to begin coring, circulate bottoms-up. A steel ball is
pumped down the drill string and is seated in the top of the inner barrel. Coring fluid
is then diverted between the inner and outer barrels and emerges at the fluid ports of
the bit.
For maximum performance, the core barrel should be stabilized as best as possible in
the hole. A stabilizer just above the bit will normally give sufficient stabilization if it
is not allowed to get more than 1/8" under the bit diameter.
When starting the core, it is a good practice to cut the first 12 to 18 inches with only
2,000 to 4,000 lbs bit weight and with reduced rotary speed. After the stabilizer is
buried in the core hole, bit weight and rotary speed may be increased. While coring,
the bit weight should be maintained continuously and the weight must never be
allowed to drill-off. Allowing the weight to drill-off will produce pounding on
bottom and can result in severe damage to the core head and coring assembly. The
rotary speed should remain constant during the coring operation.
Coring Operations Guidelines
WOB, RPMs and pump rate should be in accordance with the core bit manufacturer's
recommendations. General guidelines are as follows:
For 8-1/2" hole, WOB should generally be between 4,000 and 6,000 lbs. in soft to
medium-hard formations and 10,000 to 20,000 lbs. in harder formations
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The maximum circulation should be limited to a rate that will not erode the core
bit matrix or undercut the core. Circulation rates of 200 to 500 GPM are most
common when cutting a 4" core.
Rotary speeds should generally be between 50 and 100 rpm. Rotary speeds above
100 rpm could damage the core barrel from excessive torque.
Drilling parameters (pump pressure vs. pump rate, rotating torque vs. rpm, ROP
vs. WOB, etc.) should be monitored closely during coring operations. A change
in any parameter may be significant to coring success.
When the core is being cut and begins to enter the inner barrel, the pump pressure
will increase from 200 to 300 psi and is the result of the pressure drop across the
diamond bit. This pressure should be monitored during the coring operation, an
increase or decrease normally indicates that something abnormal is occurring and the
cause must be determined. Coring operations should cease, the bit should be pickedup off bottom, and the standpipe pressure observed.
If the pressure drops but then returns immediately to the abnormally high pressure
when the bit is set back on bottom, the bit has probably failed. A ring of
diamonds that has been damaged will allow the formation to cut into the matrix,
restricting the watercourses and causing the pressure increase. When this occurs,
pull the bit to prevent further damage.
If the pressure increase remains when the bit is raised off bottom, plugging of the
fluid passages in the bit or circulatory system may be the cause. Continued high
pressure may also be an indication of swivel failure resulting in lowering of the
inner barrel and closing of the fluid passages. In either condition pull the bit.
When pump pressure fluctuates continuously and the ROP is erratic, it is possible
that alternate wedging and crushing of the core is occurring. The barrel should be
pulled to avoid loss of recovery.
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When pulling the core through the rotary table, Draeger Tube detectors will be used
to determine if the core contains H2S. If working in an H2S area, all personnel on the
rig floor will don a self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) prior to pulling the
core through the rotary table.
Coring High Angle Holes
Coring high angle and horizontal wells will necessitate a change in the typical coring
assembly. When using downhole rotary drive mechanisms, MWD tools, etc., the
conventional ball to seal off the inner barrel cannot be pumped down. Special inner
relief valves must be installed at the surface because it is unlikely that a ball would
remain seated in a horizontal well. Do not use MWD or motors when coring.
Additional thrust and radial bearings must be built into the coring assembly as well to
prevent the inner barrel from rotating. Internal stabilization of the inner barrel to
minimize its bending inside the outer barrel may also be needed. It is prudent to run
only a 30 foot long core barrel in most instances, unless conditions are extremely
favorable.
Fiberglass inner barrels should be considered to reduce friction of the core on the bottom
side of the inner wall where the core rests as it enters.
A core barrel with high torque threads is recommended for coring in higher angle
wells. This type of barrel allows coring in more difficult formations, and will allow
more torque to be supplied to the core head. These high torque threads do not alter
the strength of the body or decrease the core size.
A detailed core handling procedure will be provided by Geology based on the coring
objectives of the well and the type of core analysis required.
8.3
A wireline logging program, which specifies the types of logs to be run, the logging
intervals, and the order in which to run the logs will be included in the applicable drilling
procedure.
Logging Sequence
To reduce rig time and complete as many logging runs as possible prior to a
conditioning trip, the Operations Supervisor and wellsite geologist should thoroughly
discuss the various logs and the proper sequence in which they are to be run. If there
is any question, the Operations Supervisor should notify the Operations
Superintendent.
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A logical running order is, with GR run on each log for depth control, is:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
7.
8.
The correct scales (5" or 1") for each log should be discussed with the logging
engineer and checked to prevent having to re-log the well. The logging engineer
should be instructed to report to the Operations Supervisor any drag on successive
logging runs and any sticking or spudding with the logging tools.
Wireline Logging Guidelines
1. Pre-job meetings will be conducted with the logging engineer prior to beginning
each logging job. The Company technical requirements for logging and the specific
logging program should be discussed, along with safety procedures for handling
radioactive tools and sidewall core guns (SWCs).
2. The logging Engineer will record digital logging data and provide the required
number of final log copies in accordance with the logging program and to the
satisfaction of the wellsite geologist.
3. Two thermometers will be present on each logging run.
4. A running cable-head-tension device, if available, to read actual tension on the rope
socket ("weak point" of system) should be run.
5. A station time limit should be established prior to running an RFT tool taking into
consideration the hole condition and previous experience in the area. Typically
samples should be taken at the deepest zone of interest first and subsequent samples
taken as the tool is pulled up the wellbore to reduce the potential for wireline
sticking. However, it may be appropriate to vary the sequence, to ensure the
highest priority intervals are tested, in the event that adverse hole conditions reduce
or prevent all desired testings.
6. The periods during which welding and radios must be shut down (when handling
explosives, during certain logs, etc.) will be determined. Always shut down radios
when these tools are at or above BOP stack.
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7. A wiper trip to the casing shoe should normally be made and the hole should be
circulated clean prior to pulling out of the hole for logging. A high viscosity gel
sweep to remove any loose cuttings may be necessary during this circulation. A
logging pill may be spotted on bottom to help suspend any cuttings left in the hole
during logging operations. These pills will be detailed in the appropriate drilling
procedures.
8. The Drilling Fluids Engineer will take an "Out" sample of the drilling fluid before
stopping circulation prior to POOH for logging and give samples of the drilling
fluid, fluid filtrate, and a filter cake to the Wireline Logging Engineer to record on
the log.
9. The trip tank will be used while logging to keep the hole full. The Drill Crew will
record trip tank levels at scheduled intervals (15-minute maximum). The Mud
Loggers will also record trip tank levels at the same intervals as a crosscheck. The
amount of drilling fluid required to fill the hole will be reported on the Daily
Drilling Report.
10. The Operations Supervisor will be notified of any abnormal changes in trip tank
level(considering the line volume) when running in/out of the hole during logging
operations.
11. Non-essential personnel will keep away from all logging tools, wireline, and related
equipment at all times.
12. Only authorized personnel will enter the logging unit during wireline operations.
13. Loads will not be moved across the wireline cable when logging is in progress.
14. A wireline wiper will be used to clean the cable when it is being removed from the
hole. Wash down water will not be used as this will complicate trip tank level
readings.
15. Hole caliper information (if available) and bottom hole logging temperatures will
be sent to the Drilling Engineer and Geologist as soon as practical during logging
operations.
16. All tight spots and ledges in the hole will be noted for possible reaming prior to
running casing.
17. Only logging company personnel will handle any tool that contains a radioactive
source (e.g., neutron density tool) or explosives. A work permit is required for
radioactive/explosive tool handling.
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18. Logging company personnel will wear appropriate radioactive monitoring devices
and take the necessary safety precautions when running logging tools with
radioactive sources.
19. All personnel on the rig floor will don a self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)
in H2S areas before removing samples from sampling tools such as the MDT/RFT
(Atlas FMT).
20. Sample containers which may contain H2S gas will be marked as such.
Wireline Company Responsibilities
1. Maintain the Wireline Logging Unit and related equipment onboard the drilling rig
as specified in the contract.
2. Ensure that sufficient tools (primary and back-up) are onboard the drilling rig as
specified in the contract.
3. Ensure that all tools are in operating order immediately after arriving at the wellsite.
Provide service history of the W.L. detailing environment worked in and last
service.
4. Provide the Operations Supervisor with overall dimensions and drawing of each
logging tool run in the hole.
5. Ensure that overshot grapples and cut and strip equipment is available on the
drilling rig for each different size of fishing neck before running the logging tool.
6. Ensure that logging tools are not stationary in the wellbore except when taking a
sample/pressure using an MDT/RFT tool.
7. Notify the operations supervisor of any hole problems (excessive drag / sticking
tendencies).
8. Ensure that the prospect geologist has all of the logs, tapes, and/or film strips,
sidewall cores, etc., prior to leaving the location.
9. Ensure that the area surrounding the logging unit is clean of all debris, trash, and
traces of any oil or lubricants prior to leaving the location.
10. Ensure that all equipment is stored properly (radioactive tools in designated storage
area, explosives in approved magazine, etc.).
11. Use radioactive and explosive readiness checklists in Safety Management Program.
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running a sidewall core gun into the wellbore. Once the gun is below the mud line,
normal work can continue. When pulling the SWC gun from the wellbore and the
gun is at or above the mud line the precautions mentioned above will be taken.
*NOTE: See EMDC Safety Manual for recommended safe working practices in Wireline
Perforating and Other Electrically Detonating Operations section.
Wellsite Geologist Responsibility:
1. Select side wall core points in relatively gauge sections of the hole to avoid
"shooting off bullets" and leaving debris in the hole.
2. Make a description of the sidewall cores at the Wellsite immediately after unloading
the guns.
3. Ensure that the Operations Supervisor has a report on bullet recovery that includes
number of misfires, number of bullets left in hole, number of cores recovered, any
other gun parts left in the hole, and depths of all shots.
8.5 WIRELINE RADIOACTIVE SOURCES
Refer to Safety Management Program
8.6 MWD/LWD LOGGING
Logging While Drilling (LWD) objectives are:
Use as a replacement or insurance for wireline logs that may be more costly.
Use to evaluate highly deviated wells where wireline logging is not possible. LWD
logs are the most common log in the Gulf of Mexico because of hole angle and
directional constraints.
Tool Placement/Stabilization
1. MWD/LWD tools should be placed as close to the bit as practical in order to
obtain high quality data prior to hole erosion and invasion, and to facilitate
abnormal pressure hunts, casing seats, and core points.
2. MWD/LWD tools with integral blade stabilizers should be used if a near bit
stabilizer is necessary.
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Stuck Pipe
MWD/LWD tools should be run near the bit since the inside diameter of the tools will
prevent wireline access for free-pointing stuck pipe. Several systems allow wireline
passage after retrieving the electronics package. Use of downhole screens just above
the MWD to prevent jamming may be used but could eliminate retrieving sources or
electronics in the event of a stuck BHA. DP screen decision should be approved by
the Operations Superintendent.
Filter Screens & Flow Rates
1. Filter screens on the mud pump's discharge should be sized to remove any
debris that may cause a problem within the LWD tool (see Op Tech Bulletins).
2. Do not use a filter screen inside of the drill pipe at each connection. Placing a
filter screen inside drill pipe at each connection will prevent the use of wireline
tools if the drill pipe becomes stuck or during well control operations. Use of
downhole filter screens just above the MWD are permitted, but may prevent
retrieval of sources or electronics. Use of downhole screens must be
coordinated with the Operations Superintendent.
3. The MWD/LWD power turbine (if not battery operated) should be sized to
obtain the range of flow rates needed for drilling the hole section expected to be
penetrated on that run (coordinate with service company personnel).
Additionally, MWD/LWD equipment hydraulic pressure requirements should be
modeled and incorporated into drilling hydraulics.
Handling
1. The MWD/LWD transport tray will be used for movement of LWD tools from the
supply vessel and around the drilling rig.
2. Extreme care should be exercised when moving MWD/LWD tools onto the rig
floor to prevent any unnecessary blows or jars that could cause internal damage.
These tools do not have the wall thickness of drill collars and they can bend quite
easily. Rough handling can damage the internal electronic packages of the tools.
3. Only MWD/LWD service personnel will handle the tools as some LWD logs have
radioactive materials.
Lost Circulation Material (LCM)
Lost circulation treatment options are limited with MWD/LWD tools in the hole
(check with LWD personnel for specific tool details). If severe lost circulation is
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expected, MWD/LWD tools should not be used. These tools are very expensive and
lost circulation can easily result in stuck pipe and the loss of the tools or damage to
the tools. Should lost circulation occur with an MWD/LWD tool in the hole, the
following steps should be taken
If lost returns are expected, size and set-up the MWD/LWD and motor as
applicable to accommodate high concentrations of fine to medium LCM.
Pull to the casing shoe and let the hole heal sufficiently to POOH and lay down the
tools if at all possible.
If necessary, pump fine or medium grade LCM well mixed. Limit LCM (nutplug)
to a maximum concentration of about 30 ppb fine, or 20 ppb medium when
pumping through an MWD/LWD tool.
For specific LCM material or concentrations consult with the service company and
refer to the applicable drilling procedure. Newer generation MWD/LWD tools
have a higher tolerance for lost circulation material; service personnel can give a
good estimate on the concentration of material each tool can withstand before
plugging. Some tools can be "turned off" by adjusting flow rate. This may reduce
the jamming potential when pumping LCM.
Well Control
MWD/LWD tools should have the ability to circulate a minimum flow rate of 1000
GPM when used in the upper part of the hole where a dynamic kill may be necessary.
8.7
Mud logging services will be specified in the drilling procedure. Mud logging, which
is also a part of formation evaluation, has been previously addressed in Section 7 of
this manual. Cuttings samples will also be collected, as specified in the drilling
program. Typically, several sets of washed and unwashed cuttings samples will be
required. These samples will be collected at the intervals specified in the drilling
program.
Note: Where mud loggers units have hydrogen gas feeding the Flame Ionization
Detector (FID), post warning signs indicating the flammable/explosive
characteristics of the gas. Inspect the hoses (typically Polyflow) every 2-3
months, and replace if it has been pinched, is brittle, or is discolored from the
normal clear or white color (OIMS Manual Element 6).
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9.0
For all drilling operations, a detailed casing or liner running procedure will be
prepared. When the rig is ready to have the casing sent to location, the Operations
Supervisor is to call out and arrange delivery from shore base..
Unless otherwise noted in the applicable procedure, the casing operating guidelines in
this section will apply. It is the responsibility of the Operations Supervisor to ensure
that the casing running or liner running operation is conducted according to the
guidelines and requirements in this manual and/or the approved procedure. In cases of
conflict between this manual and an approved procedure, the approved procedure shall
be followed.
A Job Safety Analysis (JSA) will be completed prior to all casing/liner operations
and all personnel involved with the casing/liner running will review the JSA.
CASING RUNNING
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to ensure that all personnel understand what areas of the connections are the
sealing areas.
6. Casing will be drifted while on the pipe rack to check for and remove any
internal debris. Drift OD is typically API drift but may be a special drift
(reference applicable procedure). Recommended drift is a 1' bar (a 3' drift bar is
typically used in the pipe yard).
7. All casing will be numbered and strapped.
Use thread run-out template for premium connections and measure from
end of pin threads.
8. A casing tally report will be prepared for every casing or liner run, showing the
number of joints, casing description including joint type (weight, grade), joint
length, joint depth, connection type, and location of major casing string
components (float equipment, pup joints, crossovers, RA tags, centralizers,
wellhead attachments, etc.). A copy of the report will be kept on the rig for
reference during logging, completion, P&A operations, etc.
9. At least two people will check the casing tally.
10. When running production casing, pup joints should be placed above the tops of
possible design productive zones in order to facilitate future correlation. RA
(Radioactive) Tags may also be useful to ensure accurate tie in when drilling
high angle directional wells or when a premium casing thread may be difficult
to see with a casing collar locator log (e.g. CRA casing, integral connection).
Use of such devices will be specified in the appropriate casing procedure. If
RA tags are used, install at least one tag 50m above the top most pay zone.
11. Sufficient rathole should be left below the casing shoe to allow for fill, extra
joint, etc. The general guideline on rathole is no more than +/- 50' TVD of the
permit depth, deep enough to get all LWD information required below the sand
bottom, or deep enough so that the float equipment does not need to be drilled
out on production casing. Rathole is more critical for mandrel type hangers
where the casing is not planned to be cut off.
Cementing Accessory Guidelines
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7. When pulling out of the hole on the last trip before running casing, then change
out top set of pipe rams to casing rams and test the bonnet seals when out of
hole before running casing.. (The order in which casing rams are installed may
be changed at the Opt. Supt. discretion based on current well conditions.) Prior
to pulling out of the hole on the wiper trip after logging, the drilling fluid will
be conditioned to ensure that it is virtually free of cuttings and is of uniform
density, with acceptable properties. Based on hole conditions, a casing running
pill may be spotted after conditioning the fluid properties and before pulling
out of the hole.
8. The primary well control method is fluid weight. The annular preventer will be
used as the secondary means of well control with the casing rams as the third
method during casing running operations. Before running casing, reduce the
regulator pressure on the annular preventer per manufacturer's specification for
the casing size in order to prevent collapse of the casing.
9. The wear bushing must be pulled before running casing.
10. Ensure that the rating of all casing tools (spiders, elevators and links) is
sufficient for the casing string weight at total depth plus 200,000 lbs. of
overpull.
11. Ensure that the safety valve on the casing-by-drill pipe crossover is a full
opening ball valve such as a TIW valve.
Perform a function test of the safety valve on the casing-by-drill pipe
crossover and casing swedge before running casing. Record this safety
valve function test on the Daily IADC Report and morning report.
12. For heavy liners, the casing load and overpull limitations will be calculated to
ensure that the drill pipe has sufficient tensile strength to allow it to be used as
a landing string.
13. The inside of float joints will be checked for trash just prior to making up.
14. The float equipment will be checked for proper operation after running the float
collar and one joint of casing by filling the casing with fluid and picking up to
ensure that the fluid drops out of the casing and stays out after running it back
in the hole (if Auto-Fill equipment is not being used).
15. The casing will be filled on a regular basis while picking up the next joint and
the fill is to be confirmed at regular intervals. The casing should be filled with
the drilling fluid used while drilling the hole. Stop in cased hole and fill the
casing entirely prior to running casing/liner into the open hole. Once the casing
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is in the open hole fill the casing as run but do not stop to fill the casing. (Use
of fill up tool can aid in casing fill up.)
16. The correct number of sections in slips and clamps will be used for the size
casing being run.
17. Safety clamps will be used until there is enough weight to hold the slips down
and counteract the buoyant effect of the casing in the mud (buoyant effect can
dislodge the casing from the slips and the casing can fall downhole).
18. Returns will be monitored (watch for indications of the well flowing) and
running speed adjusted to minimize drilling fluid losses to the hole. Any
limitations on casing running speed will be specified in the Drilling Program.
9.2
9.3
CASING CHECKLIST
Casing
1.
Is condition of casing acceptable?
2.
Yes/
No
Yes/
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Operations
1.
2.
3.
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
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7.
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Cementing Equipment/Accessories
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Are centralizers the correct size, number, with adequate stop rings?
6. Is there enough Thread-Lok and Threadkote or equivalent for casing job?
7. Is float shoe and float collar clean and free of debris and the cement
undamaged?
8.
9.
Have the wiper plugs been inspected and installed correctly in cement head?
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
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10.1
CEMENTING
10.2
10.3
10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
General
1
Cementing Guidelines1
Primary Cementing 3
Remedial Cementing 5
Cementing Checklist 6
Reference
7
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10.1
GENERAL
This section provides guidelines and procedures for cementing operations. Whenever
possible, a cementing recorder chart (pressure, volume, density vs. time) should be
used for all operations (i.e. casing cementing, squeeze cementing, pressure testing of
lines and equipment, PITs, etc.). The chart should be annotated with all significant
events such as pressure testing, pumping spacers, mixing lead and tail slurries,
displacement, bumping the plug, etc.
For all Drilling Operations, a detailed cementing procedure will be written. For other
types of cementing operations a procedure should be written using the guidelines
found in this section as a
reference (e.g. balanced plugs and KO plugs).
10.2
CEMENTING GUIDELINES
Job Planning
1. Prior to the cementing operation, a planning meeting should be held with all
personnel that are directly involved with the cement job to ensure that key
personnel understand the job and their particular responsibilities. The cementing
procedure should be reviewed and it verified that job responsibilities and safety
precautions are clear to all personnel.
2. A good communication system between the rig floor and the cement unit is
necessary.
Rig phones or hand-held radios are acceptable means of
communication.
3. Assign one individual (preferably the Operations Supervisor) to coordinate and
direct operations between the rig floor and the cementing unit.
4. All lines including the cement manifold should be pressure tested to the pressure
specified in the applicable cementing procedure prior to cementing.
5. All cementing equipment, including the densiometer, should be thoroughly
checked to ensure it is in good repair and functions properly.
6. Hole calliper information and bottom hole logging temperatures should be sent to
the Drilling Engineer as soon as practical during logging operations in order to
finalize cement volumes and confirm cement thickening times. Hole calipers
may be backed out of same LWD data and some wireline logging tools.
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Displacement
1. Cement displacement may be performed with either the cement unit or the rig
pumps. Displacement volume, overall job time, desired pump rates, and
expected pressures are important to consider when deciding which pump to use
for displacement.
The following are general guidelines:
For inner-string cementing, the cementing pump should be used for the
entire operation. The stinger should be run to about 60 feet above the float
shoe/collar. Cement should be displaced to about 20 feet below the stinger.
For full casing string cementing either the cement unit or rig pumps may be
used for displacement. As a guideline, use the cement unit for displacements
< 200 bbls or where the casing will not be drilled out. Use the rig pumps for
displacements > 200 bbls or if the string will be drilled out. Each job should
be considered individually based on conditions at the time of the cement job.
For liners, the cementing pump should be used until the top plug is
launched, then the rig pump may be used, if desired, to complete the
displacement and bump the plug. If high pressures (i.e. > 3000 psi) are
anticipated it is probably best to continue displacement with the cementing
unit.
2. If cement is to be displaced with the rig pumps, the pumps are to be calibrated
using the trip tank prior to starting the cement job. As a contingency
displacement mud pit to be observed for fluid loss when pumping with rig
pumps.
3. Ensure the cement unit is ready to finish the cement displacement if the rig
pumps encounter a problem and vice versa. Have the ability to switch from the
rig pumps to the cement pumps as needed.
4. Do not over displace the cement by more than 50% of the volume of the float
joints. If the casing is going to be drilled out, do not over displace at all.
5. Two or more independent volume calculations are to be made on displacement.
6. Pressures should be monitored and recorded for the entire cement job. This will
require leaving the line open to the cement unit if the cement is displaced with
the rig pump.
Cement Head/Manifold
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PRIMARY CEMENTING
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2. Ensure that the transfer facilities from the P-tanks to the cement unit are operating
correctly. Ensure P-tanks have been fluffed with clear air prior to transferring.
3. Ensure that air lines contain no water (moisture or water in the supply lines could
cause plugging during the cement transfer).
4. At least two people will calculate the total cement job volumes, including the
required volume to displace the top plug to the float collar.
5. The volume of mix water pumped will be used to calculate the actual volume of
cement pumped. Never rely on P-tank volumes.
6. Circulate and condition the hole prior to cementing. The drilling fluid should be
conditioned to ensure that it is virtually free of cuttings, that gas is back down to
background levels and that it is of uniform density with acceptable properties.
7. Ensure that the cement head/manifold releasing mechanisms are working properly
and that personnel are familiar with their operation.
8. The Operations Supervisor will witness the cementer load the wiper plugs in the
cementing head/manifold. It is recommended that the cement job be pumped in
the following order: bottom plug, preflush spacer, cement lead, cement tail, top
plug, postflush spacer.
9. Monitor returns versus volume pumped throughout the cement job. Any
suspected lost returns during cementing operations should be reported on the daily
morning report, noting time of loss and pressures. Run ECD calculating software
tool on cement jobs where lost returns are possible to fine tune displacement rates.
10. The slurry weight should be kept as consistent as possible to keep from extending
or retarding setting times. Liquid additives are more sensitive to weight
fluctuations than dry blended.
11. The weight of the cement slurry should be checked frequently using a pressurized
mud balance to verify the accuracy of density measurement device on the cement
unit.
12. Several samples, spaced throughout the job, of lead and tail slurries should be
taken during cementing. A styrofoam/paper coffee cup filled three-fourths full,
stored in a protected area is an adequate sampler.
13. After mixing the cement, release the top plug and pump the spacer with the
cement unit placing a small volume of cement on top of the wiper plug. If
desired, switch to the rig pumps to finish displacement.
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14. Displace the calculated casing volume or until the plug bumps. Do not over
displace unless told to do so in the applicable cementing procedure.
15. Bleed casing pressure to zero quickly and check the floats. If floats do not hold,
attempt to rock them on seat by repressuring the casing string. If flow back
continues, shut in and hold pressure on the casing at least until surface samples
setup or no backflow occurs.
10.4
REMEDIAL CEMENTING
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7. Close the BOP and squeeze the volume of cement specified in the Cementing
Procedure by pumping mud down the work string:
NOTE: Squeeze pressure must not exceed the casing test pressure.
8. Shut in the well until surface samples have set up or until reaching the desired
compressive strength. Do not continue to pump in, or bleed pressure during the shut
in period.
9. Release pressure on the work string, check for backflow and open the BOP.
10. Circulate bottoms up and condition the mud until cement contamination in mud
returns is acceptable. POOH.
10.5
CEMENTING CHECKLIST
Cementing Equipment/Accessories
1. Are wiper plugs correct size for casing and free of cuts and/or defects?
2.
Cement Supply
1. Is correct type and amount (50-100% excess if practical) of cement at rig?
2.
2.
3.
Cementing Personnel
1. Do cementer and key personnel agree on all volumes and rates?
2.
3.
Cement Pumping
1. In case of cement pump failure, is rig pump ready to take over?
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
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2.
Cement Mixing
1. Is cement mixing equipment working properly before cementing?
2.
3.
4.
Pressure Testing/Safety
1. Is chiksan line from cement manifold safely chained to hook or bails?
2.
3.
4.
1.
2.
3.
4.
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
Yes/
No
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SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
SECTION 10 - APPENDIX I
EXXONMOBIL DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
DRILLING ORGANIZATION
7-5/8" PROTECTIVE CASING SHOE SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Field: FIELDNAME
Well:
WELLNAME
Rig: RIGNAME
1.1 APPROVALS
Drilling Engineer:
Office: (____) ______-______Home:(_____) ________
DATE________
Supervising Engineer:
Office: (____) _____-_______Home:(_____) ________
DATE________
Operations Superintendent:
Office: (____) _____-______Home:(_____) ______Pager:1-____-____-______
DATE________
Engineering Directions
(This procedure contains extensive hidden text, which provides explanations and
suggestions for tailoring the procedure to specific applications . Comments and
hidden text can be viewed by choosing View on the menu bar and Comments from
the drop down menu. The paragraph symbol () on the standard tool bar also turns
the hidden text on and off.)
Engineering/Operations Comments RevisionJWB/AMK
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
top/casing shoe requires a successful pressure test of 2500 psi with 12 ppg mud to
drill ahead (18.4 ppg EMW) (per MMS requirements). [NOTE]: Additional comments
pertaining to key issues as appropriate.
THOROUGHLY READ THIS ENTIRE PROCEDURE AND DISCUSS ANY DETAILS YOU MAY DISAGREE
WITH OR WANT CLARIFICATION ON WITH THE ENGINEER AND /OR OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT.
DISTRIBUTE PROCEDURE TO FIELD PERSONNEL FOR EQUIPMENT AND PROCEDURE VERIFICATION .
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES IN OPERATIONS FROM PROCEDURE REQUIRE EVALUATION AND
DOCUMENTATION. DISCUSS WITH APPROPRIATE TEAM MEMBERS AND COMPLETE MOC FORM.
1.3 SAFETY
Prior to starting each different type of operation, conduct safety meeting with all
personnel involved and review job plans. Prepare and review JSA's for all critical
operations. Rig Superintendent and Toolpusher should review each JSA prior to
beginning work for thoroughness, proper hazard identification, and risk mitigation.
TITLE
Failure to use recommended set screw w/ EZSV cement retainer results in
expensive fishing job.
Considerations for liner top squeeze cementing in OBM in Directional Hole
Stuck "Fasdrill" retainer on recent Pecan Island well.
COMPANY
BJ Services
LOCATION
Houma
New Orleans
New Orleans
REPRESENTATIVE
Dispatcher
John St. Clergy
Sparky Barkman
PHONE NUMBER
(281)
(281)
(281)
Halliburton
Houma
New Orleans
New Orleans
Dispatcher
Rick Dupont
Mark Richard
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1.6
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION______________________________________________________1
1.1 APPROVALS________________________________________________________________1
DRILLING OPERATIONS MANUAL -- JACK-UP/PLATFROM/BARGE RIG DRILLING
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
2.
DESIGN
BASIS
2.1
TOC @
8950
'
TOC @
8950
'
GENERAL INFORMATION
Casing Shoe Squeeze
Before Opening
After Squeeze Squeeze Tool
Squeeze ToolSqueeze Tool
@ 9315'@ 8800'
Before Opening
Top of Liner @
9150'
Casing shoe
@ 9315'
MD (ft)
-
TVD (ft)
-
24 Drive Pipe
20 Conductor Casing
16 Surface Casing
9-5/8 Protective Casing
8.500: Drift diameter of 9-5/8
casing
Casing in which squeeze tool will be set in:7-5/8" 39.0# 6.625"ID
Casing burst rating w/ (1.375) SF:
- psi
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
- ppg
-
MD (ft)
9315
TVD (ft)
9315
8915
8915
150
200
9165
9165
CAPACITIES/DISPLACEMENTS
Size
7-5/8"
3-1/2"
IF
-
Weight
39#
13.3# S135
-
Nom.
ID
-
Drift
ID
-
Footag
e
250'
8915'
X
X
X
X
Capacity
Bpf
.054375 =
.007220 =
-
Displaceme
nt Bbls
10.70
64.40
0
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SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
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EMDC DRILLING
Cementing Slurry
---Sacks Class " "Thickening Time ---------Additivepsi
12 hour compressive strength
------Additivepsi 24 hour compressive strength
---Additivecc/30 min water loss ------Ppg slurryml/250ml Free Water ------cf/sk yield
---Gal/sk mix wateroF BHST ------- Bbl slurry volumeoF BHCT (sqz schedule) ------Bbl water volume
------- Estimated pump timePilot Test Requested
3. PROCEDURE
3.1 TOP OF LINER SQUEEZE - DRILLABLE PACKER
1. Make a casing scraper run if deemed necessary prior to running in with SQZRETAINER.
Work casing scraper thoroughly across the interval of pipe at planned SQZRETAINER
setting depth. Circulate bottoms up below the SQZRETAINER setting depth. POOH. If it
is deemed that a casing scraper run is not necessary, the following are reconcilers for not
making the casing scraper run:
The SQZRETAINER will be set above where cement was tagged when RIH.
A packed BHA was used during the drillout. Stabilizer placement was as
follows: 8-1/2" full gauge near bit stab, 8-1/2" full gauge stab 15' above the
bit, and 8-1/2" full gauge stab 45' above the bit.
After determining that a squeeze was necessary, the BHA was tripped and
rotated across the bottom section of casing several times to clean the ID of
the casing of any remaining cement. The SQZRETAINER will be set in the
interval that was cleaned with the stabilizers.
The pumps were on while cleaning the casing to remove any cement
cuttings. The rig circulated adequate BU before POOH to ensure all cement
cuttings have been removed.
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
2. Pick up SQZRETAINER for CGOD CGWT casing and TIH to TOOLMD MD (305 above
the liner top). Set SQZRETAINER @ TOOLMD MD (do not set retainer below 10,005
which is where cement was tagged when running in the hole to clean out). Ensure that
the retainer will not be set in a casing collar. Verify setting with 15 - 20 kips weight
down on the SQZRETAINER and 500-1000 psi on the DP by casing annulus.
7.75 is the maximum OD of the SQZRETAINER
Maximum differential pressure for the SQZRETAINER = 5,000 psi
Maximum set down weight for the SQZRETAINER = 50,000 lbs
3. Test cement lines and squeezes manifold to 5,000 psi. (Test against TIW valve)
4. Close annular BOP and pressure up on DP by casing annulus to 500-1000 psi. Establish
injection rates at 1/2, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bpm without exceeding injection pressures of 4,500
psi (Engineer to comment on basis for maximum injection pressure. i.e. To stay within
net burst pressure limit (7,927 psi w/ 1.375 SF ) of the 9-5/8 casing assuming 15.7 ppg
mud in the wellbore and a 9.0 ppg EMW back-up behind the 9-5/8). Monitor annulus
carefully for pressure response indicative of packer or DP leak.
Note that the CGOD CGWT casing was last tested to 3,825 psi with 15.7 ppg mud, the
cement lines have been tested to 5,000 psi, and the SQZTOOL is rated for 5,000 psi of
differential pressure.
Use the PIT plotting technique to record pressure vs volume pumped. Contact the
Operations Superintendent and the Drilling Engineer to discuss results of the injection test
(injectivity will dictate if a change is needed in the cement design or pump volumes).
Do not exceed the liner top test pressure of 3300 psi with 12.7 ppg mud (15.0 ppg EMW)
if injection has not yet been established at this point. This could indicate a satisfactory
liner top test has been obtained.
5. Bleed pressure off of the annulus, PU out of the SQZRETAINER, and establish reversing
pressures at 3 - 6 bpm.
6. Mix and displace the following slurries using the cementing unit [EUSADO20]:
Note: While displacing cement down the DP while stung out of the retainer, the
flowrate may outrun the pump rate due to U-tube pressure. Take returns through
the choke, if necessary, so that back pressure can be applied to prevent cement
from circulating around DP before stinging into SQZRETAINER.
PUMP SCHEDULE BEFORE STINGING INTO THE SQZRETAINER
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
30 bbls pre-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls (150 sacks) low FL squeeze slurry (See Cement Data for
recipe)
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38 bbls (200 sacks) high FL (neat) squeeze slurry (See Cement Data
for recipe)
10 bbls post-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls mud (lead spacer position ~15 bbls inside the DP above the
SQZRETAINER)
Positions cement ~25 bbls inside the DP above the SQZRETAINER. (1470' inside the
DP above the SQZRETAINER)
5 19.5# S-135 DP capacity = 0.01701 bpf; 9-5/8 53.5# casing capacity = 0.0708 bpf.
7. Close the choke and then sting into the SQZRETAINER. Set 15 - 20 kips weight down
on the retainer and pressure up 500 - 1,000 psi on the DP by casing annulus. Pump an
additional 119 bbls of 15.7 ppg mud at 4 bpm followed by 5 bbls of freshwater down the
DP. This will leave 2 bbls of cement in the DP above the retainer. Do not overdisplace
the cement.
PUMP SCHEDULE AFTER STINGING INTO THE SQZRETAINER
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
119 bbls mud
15.7
5 bbls Fresh Water
8.3
This will leave 2 bbls cement above the SQZRETAINER in the DP. (118' inside the DP
above the SQZRETAINER)
Note: Displacement volumes assume a 12 ppg FCS in the G-series sand at 10,000' TVD.
5 bbls of water displacement should provide approximately 200 psi positive pressure.
If the well jugs up or surface pressure rises to 4500 psi during the squeeze operation with
cement in the drill pipe, perform the following steps: sting out of retainer, POOH 2 stands,
reverse circulate out 2 workstring volumes at the maximum rate while keeping the pipe
moving (do not exceed the casing test pressure of 3520 psi while reversing).
8. PU out of the retainer and dump the last 2 bbls of cement on top of the SQZRETAINER
(TOC @ ~9,922 MD. This leaves 28' of cement on top of the SQZRETAINER). PU 2
stands and reverse out at the maximum rate possible (do not exceed the casing test
pressure of 3520 psi while reversing). Reverse out at least 2 workstring volumes and
keep the pipe moving while reversing.
9. POOH and LD retainer setting tool. PU the 8-1/2 clean out assembly and TIH to 9,750
MD. (180' above expected TOC).
10. Ensure 18 hours has elapsed since cement was pumped and wash down to TOC. Drill
cement/SQZRETAINER and continue drilling down to the LNROD liner top @ 10,255 MD.
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EMDC DRILLING
Do not rotate excessively on the liner top to avoid damaging the tie-back receptacle. C&C
mud to clean wellbore.
Note: If ratty and/or soft cement is encountered as deep as 90' above the expected TOC,
PU 3 stands and circulate out 1 cycle. Monitor mud condition/properties and dump all
badly cement contaminated mud. Contact the Operations Superintendent to discuss WOC
time and forward operations if the cement is not hard.
11. Pressure test the LNROD liner top to 2,300 psi with 15.7 ppg mud. Use the PIT technique
at 1/2 bpm and record pressure vs. volume pumped. Hold test pressure for 30 minutes.
After test, record volume of mud bled back. POOH.
12. After successful test, proceed with the deeper drilling procedure.
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
4. Close annular BOP and pressure up on DP by casing annulus to 500-1000 psi. Establish
injection rates at 1/2, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bpm without exceeding injection pressures of 4,500
psi (Engineer to comment on basis for maximum injection pressure. i.e. To stay within
net burst pressure limit (7,927 psi w/ 1.375 SF ) of the 9-5/8 casing assuming 15.7 ppg
mud in the wellbore and a 9.0 ppg EMW back-up behind the 9-5/8). Monitor annulus
carefully for pressure response indicative of packer or DP leak.
Note that the CGOD CGWT casing was last tested to 3,825 psi with 15.7 ppg mud, the
cement lines have been tested to 5,000 psi, and the SQZTOOL is rated for 5,000 psi of
differential pressure.
Use the PIT plotting technique to record pressure vs volume pumped. Contact the
Operations Superintendent and the Drilling Engineer to discuss results of the injection test
(injectivity will dictate if a change is needed in the cement design or pump volumes).
Do not exceed the liner top test pressure of 3300 psi with 12.7 ppg mud (15.0 ppg EMW)
if injection has not yet been established at this point. This could indicate a satisfactory
liner top test has been obtained.
5. Bleed pressure off the annulus, open bypass on SQZTOOL.
6. Mix and displace the following slurries using the cementing unit:
Note: While displacing cement down the DP with the bypass open, the flowrate may
outrun the pump rate due to U-tube pressure. Take returns through the choke, if
necessary, so that back pressure can be applied to prevent cement from circulating
above the SQZTOOL before the bypass is closed.
PUMP SCHEDULE BEFORE CLOSING THE BYPASS ON SQZTOOL
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
30 bbls pre-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls (150 sacks) low FL squeeze slurry (See Cement Data for
recipe)
38 bbls (200 sacks) high FL (neat) squeeze slurry (See Cement
Data for recipe)
10 bbls post-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls mud (lead spacer position ~15 bbls inside the DP above the
SQZTOOL)
Positions cement ~25 bbls inside the DP above the SQZTOOL. (1470' inside the DP
above the
SQZTOOL) 5 19.5# S-135 DP capacity = 0.01701 bpf; 9-5/8 53.5#
casing capacity = 0.0708 bpf.
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
7. Close the choke and then the bypass on the SQZTOOL and pressure up 500 - 1,000 psi
on the DP by casing annulus. Pump an additional 119 bbls of 15.7 ppg mud at 4 bpm
followed by 5 bbls of freshwater down the DP. This should leave TOC 250' below the
SQZTOOL, and 250' above the liner top.
PUMP SCHEDULE AFTER CLOSING THE BYPASS ON SQZTOOL
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
119 bbls mud
15.7
5 bbls Fresh Water
8.3
This will leave the TOC 250' below the SQZTOOL, and 250' above the liner top.
Note: Displacement volumes assume a 12 ppg FCS in the G-series sand at 10000' TVD.
5 bbls of water displacement should provide approximately 200 psi positive pressure.
If the well jugs up or surface pressure rises to 4500 psi during the squeeze operation with
cement in the drill pipe, perform the following steps: release the squeeze tool, POOH 5
stands, reverse circulate out 2 workstring volumes at the maximum rate (do not exceed
the casing test pressure of 3520 psi while reversing), POOH 1 additional stand, set the
packer and put 500-1000 psi on the annulus.
8. Hesitation squeeze
Stage up to 5.0 bbls of cement into the formation. Pump in 1.0 bbl at 1/4 bpm every 15
minutes for the first
3.0 bbls. Afterwards, pump in 1.0 bbl at 1/4 bpm every 60 minutes for the last 2 bbls
(total squeeze volume = 5.0 bbls). If a pressure break-over is seen prior to finishing each
stage, stop pumping immediately and hold whatever pressure is achieved for required
stage time before continuing with next stage. Stop pumping at any point if 1675 psi is
reached (21.0 ppg EMW). If pressure limit is reached, discontinue staging process and
hold final pressure for WOC time. If 1675 psi is not reached after squeezing 5.0 bbls,
stop staging process and hold whatever pressure is present. Estimated TOC after the
hesitation squeeze is 185' above the liner top.
9. Hold the final squeeze pressure for 12 hours. The drill pipe pressure should increase due
to thermal expansion. Allow the drill pipe pressure to rise as high as 4500 psi (21.0 ppg
EMW) before bleeding off any pressure. If the pressure builds to 4500 psi, bleed back to
3500 psi before continuing to hold squeeze pressure. If backside pressure increases
above 500-1000 psi, it may be indicative of a leak in either the packer or the DP.
(Maximum allowed annulus pressure is 1585 psi base on a 21 EMW casing test.)
10. After waiting 12 hours, pressure up to 500 psi over the final squeeze pressure to make
sure cement is set.
If OK, release pressure, unseat SQZTOOL, and circulate out.
POOH.
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11. TIH with 8-1/2" clean out assembly to where the SQZTOOL was set and wash down to
TOC. Drill cement down to the LNROD liner top @ 10,255 MD. Do not rotate excessively
on the liner top and avoid damaging the tie-back receptacle. C&C mud to clean wellbore.
Note: If ratty and/or soft cement is encountered as deep as 90' above the expected TOC,
PU 3 stands and circulate out 1 cycle. Monitor mud condition/properties and dump all
badly cement contaminated mud. Contact the Operations Superintendent to discuss WOC
time and forward operations if the cement is not hard.
12. Pressure test the LNROD liner top to 2,300 psi with 15.7 ppg mud (20 ppg EMW at the
liner top). Use the PIT technique at 1/2 bpm and record pressure vs volume pumped.
Hold test pressure for 30 minutes. After test, record volume of mud bled back. POOH.
13. After successful test, proceed with drilling operations per the deeper drilling procedure.
After determining that a squeeze was necessary, the BHA was tripped and
rotated across the bottom section of casing several times to clean the ID of
the casing of any remaining cement. The SQZRETAINER will be set in the
interval that was cleaned with the stabilizers.
The pumps were on while cleaning the casing to remove any cement
cuttings. The rig circulated adequate BU before TOOH to ensure all cement
cuttings had been removed.
2. Pick up SQZRETAINER for CGOD CGWT casing and TIH to TOOLMD MD (305 above
the shoe). Set SQZRETAINER @ TOOLMD MD (do not set retainer below 10,005 which
is where cement was tagged when running in the hole to clean out). Ensure that the
retainer will not be set in a casing collar. Verify setting with 15 - 20 kips weight down
on the SQZRETAINER and 500-1000 psi on the DP by casing annulus.
7.75 is the maximum OD of the SQZRETAINER
Maximum differential pressure for the SQZRETAINER = 5,000 psi
Maximum set down weight for the SQZRETAINER = 50,000 lbs
3. Test cement lines and squeeze manifold to 5,000 psi. (Test against TIW valve)
DRILLING OPERATIONS MANUAL -- JACK-UP/PLATFROM/BARGE RIG DRILLING
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
4. Close annular BOP and pressure up on DP by casing annulus to 500-1000 psi. Establish
injection rates at 1/2, 1, 2, 3, and 4 bpm without exceeding injection pressures of 4,500
psi (Engineer to comment on basis for maximum injection pressure. i.e. To stay within
net burst pressure limit (7,927 psi w/ 1.375 SF ) of the 9-5/8 casing assuming 15.7 ppg
mud in the wellbore and a 9.0 ppg EMW back-up behind the 9-5/8). Monitor annulus
carefully for pressure response indicative of packer or DP leak.
Note that the CGOD CGWT was last tested to 3,825 psi with 15.7 ppg mud, the cement
lines have been tested to 5,000 psi, and the SQZRETAINER is rated for 5,000 psi of
differential pressure.
Use the PIT plotting technique to record pressure vs volume pumped. Contact the
Operations Superintendent and the Drilling Engineer to discuss results of the injection test
(injectivity will dictate if a change is needed in the cement design or pump volumes).
Do not exceed the PIT test pressure of 3300 psi with 12.7 ppg mud (15.0 ppg EMW) if
injection has not yet been established at this point. This could indicate a satisfactory PIT
has been obtained.
5. Bleed pressure off of the annulus, PU out of the SQZRETAINER, and establish reversing
pressures at 3 - 6 bpm.
6. Mix and displace the following slurries using the cementing unit:
Note: While displacing cement down the DP while stung out of the retainer, the
flowrate may outrun the pump rate due to U-tube pressure. Take returns through
the choke, if necessary, so that back pressure can be applied to prevent cement
from circulating around DP before stinging into SQZRETAINER.
PUMP SCHEDULE BEFORE STINGING INTO THE SQZRETAINER
Description
Densit
y
Pump
Rate
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
5 19.5# S-135 DP capacity = 0.01701 bpf; 9-5/8 53.5# casing capacity = 0.0708 bpf.
7. Close the choke and then sting into the SQZRETAINER. Set 15 - 20 kips weight down
on the retainer and pressure up 500 - 1,000 psi on the DP by casing annulus. Pump an
additional 119 bbls of 15.7 ppg mud at 4 bpm followed by 5 bbls of freshwater down the
DP. This will leave 2 bbls of cement in the DP above the retainer. Do not overdisplace
the cement.
PUMP SCHEDULE AFTER STINGING INTO THE SQZRETAINER
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
119 bbls mud
15.7
5 bbls Fresh Water
8.3
This will leave 2 bbls cement above the SQZRETAINER in the DP. (118' inside the DP
above the SQZRETAINER)
Note: Displacement volumes assume a 12 ppg FCS in the G-series sand at 10,000' TVD.
5 bbls of water displacement should provide approximately 200 psi positive pressure.
If the well jugs up or surface pressure rises to 4500 psi during the squeeze operation with
cement in the drill pipe, perform the following steps: sting out of retainer, POOH 2 stands,
reverse circulate out 2 workstring volumes at the maximum rate while keeping the pipe
moving (do not exceed the casing test pressure of 3520 psi while reversing).
8. PU out of the retainer and dump the last 2 bbls of cement on top of the SQZRETAINER
(TOC @ ~9,922 MD). PU 2 stands and reverse out at the maximum rate possible (do not
exceed the casing test pressure of 3520 psi while reversing). Reverse out at least 2
workstring volumes and keep the pipe moving while reversing.
9. POOH and LD retainer setting tool. PU the 8-1/2 drill out assembly and TIH to 9,750
MD. (180' above expected TOC)
10. After WOC for 18 hours since the cement was pumped, wash down to TOC. Drill
cement/SQZRETAINER and continue drilling out cement. Drill 5'-10' of new hole noting
any voids or changes in wellbore conditions. If high gas and or lost returns are
encountered just below the shoe, contact the Operations Superintendent immediately.
Note: If ratty and/or soft cement is encountered as deep as 90' above the expected TOC,
PU 3 stands and circulate out 1 cycle. Monitor mud condition/properties and dump all
badly cement contaminated mud. Contact the Operations Superintendent to discuss WOC
time and forward operations if the cement is not hard.
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
11. Perform a PIT to 17.0 ppg EMW (2970 psi at the surface with 11.8 ppg mud at 10,317'
TVD). Use the PIT technique at 1/2 bpm and record pressure vs. volume pumped. Do
not test the shoe to higher than 17.0 ppg
EMW.
12. After successful test, proceed with drilling operations per the deeper drilling procedure.
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
Note that the CGOD CGWT casing was last tested to 3,825 psi with 15.7 ppg mud, the
cement lines have been tested to 5,000 psi, and the SQZTOOL is rated for 5,000 psi of
differential pressure.
Use the PIT plotting technique to record pressure vs volume pumped. Contact the
Operations Superintendent and the Drilling Engineer to discuss results of the injection test
(injectivity will dictate if a change is needed in the cement design or pump volumes).
Do not exceed the PIT test pressure of 3300 psi with 12.7 ppg mud (15.0 ppg EMW) if
injection has not yet been established at this point. This could indicate a satisfactory PIT
has been obtained.
5. Bleed pressure off the annulus, open bypass on SQZTOOL.
6. Mix and displace the following slurries using the cementing unit:
Note: While displacing cement down the DP with the bypass open, the flowrate may
outrun the pump rate due to U-tube pressure. Take returns through the choke, if
necessary, so that back pressure can be applied to prevent cement from circulating
above the SQZTOOL before the bypass is closed.
PUMP SCHEDULE BEFORE CLOSING THE BYPASS ON SQZTOOL
Description
Densit Pump
y
Rate
30 bbls pre-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls (150 sacks) low FL squeeze slurry (See Cement Data for
recipe)
38 bbls (200 sacks) high FL (neat) squeeze slurry (See Cement
Data for recipe)
10 bbls post-flush spacer (MCS-3)
38 bbls mud (lead spacer position ~15 bbls inside the DP above the
SQZTOOL)
Positions cement ~25 bbls inside the DP above the SQZTOOL. (1470' inside the DP
above the SQZTOOL)
5 19.5# S-135 DP capacity = 0.01701 bpf; 9-5/8 53.5# casing capacity = 0.0708 bpf.
7. Close the choke and then the bypass on the SQZTOOL and pressure up 500 - 1,000 psi
on the DP by casing annulus. Pump an additional 119 bbls of 15.7 ppg mud at 4 bpm
followed by 5 bbls of freshwater down the DP. This should leave TOC 250' below the
SQZTOOL, and 250' above the casing shoe.
PUMP SCHEDULE AFTER CLOSING THE BYPASS ON SQZTOOL
Description
Densit
y
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Rate
SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
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SQUEEZE PROCEDURE
EMDC DRILLING
Note: If ratty and/or soft cement is encountered as deep as 90' above the expected TOC,
PU 3 stands and circulate out 1 cycle. Monitor mud condition/properties and dump all
badly cement contaminated mud. Contact the Operations Superintendent to discuss WOC
time and forward operations if the cement is not hard.
12. Perform a PIT to 17.0 ppg EMW (2970 psi at the surface with 11.8 ppg mud at 10,317'
TVD). Use the PIT technique at 1/2 bpm and record pressure vs volume pumped. Do not
test the shoe to higher than 17.0 ppg
EMW.
13. After successful test, proceed with drilling operations per the deeper drilling procedure.
5. ENGINEERING FOLLOW-UP
Well Name: WELLNAME
Superintendents: Drilling Supts
Engineer(s): Drilling Engineer
Well engineer is responsible for verbal follow-up with rig supervisor. Engineer is to identify and
document below sections of the procedure which did not meet the drilling team's needs and describe
key learning's to be incorporated into core procedure.
Return follow-up to core procedure owner:
Recommended Modifications to Procedure:
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SECTION 10 - APPENDIX II
Well Name
Rig Name
Previous casing
OD=
16
ID=
15.22
PROPOSED CASING
Annular Volume
DESIGN (bottom to top)
MD=
1000
WGHT GRADE/CONN
TVD= 10001
0.1128
bpf
LENGTH MD
IDCAP. (bpf) CAP. (bbls) DISPLACE.
45.5 K-55,BTC 4900 4900 10.05 0.0982 481.0 0.0166 Excess bbls of cement at 2 0.0000 0.0 0.0000 surface if
gauge hole 341 3 0.0000 0.0 0.0000
0.0000
above shoe
500
Washout =
9.2
12.6 ppg
49% 10.75
Sea
Yield:
Casing Point
4900 ' MD
Float
Length=
bbls of
8.7
SPACERS
ppg
seawater spacer.
Post-flush with
20 bbls of
Annular Volume CEMENT
8.7
ppg
80
20
0.1523 bpf
433.1 bbls
displacement
0.0000
feet.
Pre-flush with
16.5 "
Setting MW
Number of
bbls
0.0
Lead Slurry:
seawater spacer.
72.2
72.2
Mixwater:
at 13.23 gal/sk
MISC.
ENGINEERING
CALCS.
20 bbls displacement
2
10.0
10.0
2.32 cu.ft/sk
Pit gain from casing (bbls): 81.2
630.1
Contingency
60
6 sacks: 1525 Volume:
Pit gain from cementing(bbls)
0
754.1
1526
Calculated=
Bit Size(in)Tail Slurry:
Mixed to:
13.5Mixwater:
Sea
Which is
Number of sacks:
additives
U-tube pressure
@ floats (psi 930
16.2
425 Volume:
at
ppg
4.68 gal/sk
Yield:
1.11 cu.ft/sk
84.0 bbls
425
Calculated=
Tail is estimated at
DISPLACEMENT
shoe.
4400 ' MD
9.2
ppg
mud.
PUMP TIMES
Rate
Lead
Tail
casing shoe (assumed hole size). Mix Lead Cement 6 105.0 0.0 If gauge then 1175.3 ' above Mix Tail
Cement 6 14.0 14.0
Drop Top Plug
Proposed Casing
20 bbl postflush
bbls
5.0
5.0
3.3
3.3
270
165
EJT (hours)
4.49
2.74
5.49
3.74
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Well Name
Rig Name
Previous casing
1610.75 " SHOE SQUEEZE
15.22CASING DESIGN (bottom to top)
OD=
ID=
MD=
TVD=
1000WGHT GRADE/CONN
10001
LENGTH MD
ID
45.5 K-55,BTC 4900 4900 10.05 0.0982 481.0 0.0166 2 0 0 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0 0.0000
0.0000
0.0
0.0000
WEIGHT/CONN LENGTH MD
19.5 #/NC50/X-9544004400
4.276
0.017268 76.0
0.000000 0.0
0.0078
0.0000
3
Displacement MW
SPACERS
9.2Pre-flush with
of
8.7
Follow cement
20
bbls
ppg seawater spacer.
with
10
bbls of
8.7
ppgseawater
spacer.
CEMENT
Lead Slurry:
CasingMixwater:
Sea
10.75 "
Number of sacks:
Mixed to:
at
257 Volume:
257
when
16
13.23 gal/sk
75.5 bbls
Yield:
ppg
1.65 cu.ft/sk
5 bbl
DISPLACEMENT
Close bypass after pumping 71.0 bbls of preflush and cement
Squeeze packer setting depth After spacer, displace w/ 80.5 bbls of 9.2 ppg mud. 4400 ' MD
TOC desired
PUMP TIMES
Rate
10 bbl spacer
50 bbl
Casing Shoe
4900 ' MD
0 bbl other 4
Bit size:
9.875 "
0.95 bbl
Squeeze Slurry
18.9
2.5
20.1
60
102
EJT (hours)
1.69
2.69
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General
Casing Test
Leak-Off Test
Jug Test (Limited PIT)
Open Hole Leak-Off Test
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DRILLING OPERATIONS MANUAL - JACK-UP/PLATFORM/BARAGE RIG DRILLING
FIRST EDITION MAY, 2003
11.1
GENERAL
There are three main types of Integrity Tests that are conducted by EMDC drilling. The Casing Test, the Leak Off Test
(LOT), and the Jug Test (PIT). A casing test is used to ensure the casing will not fail in a well control situation or
completion operation. The LOT and PIT tests are used in open hole just below the shoe to determine the equivalent
mud weight that can be held, or that will initiate a fracture and cause leak-off to the formation. One additional type of
test that may be performed during drilling operations is an open hole integrity test. If this test is required the applicable
drilling procedure will detail that test.
Casing tests are to be charted and the chart maintained at the rig and in the office per regulatory agency requirements.
The MMS requirement is to pressure test all casing strings except the drive pipe, to hold the test for 30 minutes
(generally for non-MMS regulated operations, 15 minute tests are sufficient) with <10% loss in pressure, and to
document the test on the IADC report. For all EMDC wells, document the test on the morning report as well.
The EMDC Integrity Test Workbook will be completed for either the LOT or PIT and will be performed in accordance
with the guidelines specified below (located on the LAN or Global Share). The Excel workbook contains help files
with discussion of theory procedures, and test interpretation. Additional information regarding test procedures and
analysis is contained in the EPR publication "Pressure Integrity Test - Field Guide".
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for completing the PIT form and forwarding it to the Drilling Engineer and
Operations Superintendent as soon as practical after completing the test.
General Pressure Testing Guidelines
1. Prior to drilling float equipment, a casing test is to be conducted. This test is to be run to the approved test pressure by
the MMS or other governing regulatory agency.
2. Integrity Tests are required below each string of casing except the drive pipe and conductor casing. Based on geologic
conditions or planned setting depths, a test of the conductor casing shoe may be mandated by the governing regulatory
agency. A test is to be conducted after 10' of new hole has been drilled to determine the formation integrity. Per
MMS or other governing regulatory agency orders, the test is to be conducted after drilling new formation, but must
be performed before drilling 50' of new formation. The test will generally be taken to leak-off, (LOT) but a jug test
(PIT) may be requested (see drilling procedure for details). The test surface pressure will not in any case exceed the
casing test pressure or the surface line pressure.
3. All pressure tests should be conducted in the same manner. The same gauges and pressure charts should be used on
each test. Gauges should be sized for the expected pressure range.
4. Pressure tests will be repeated if any doubt exists as to the validity of the test or if the result is less than anticipated.
5. The cement pump will be used for all pressure tests and, prior to conducting any pressure test, all surface lines will be
tested to greater than the anticipated surface pressure as specified in the Drilling Procedure.
6. The following pressure test data will be recorded as accurately as possible:
Pump Rate
Mud Weight
7. The guidelines in the "Integrity Testing Workbook" should be followed for plot interpretation.
8. After completing Integrity Testing Workbook, fax or email to the Drilling Engineer and Operations Superintendent for
review and documentation.
11.2
CASING TEST
b. After finding hard cement or prior to drilling the float collar, the BOP will be closed on the drill pipe and the
casing will be tested by pumping down the drill pipe.
Method "b" is the preferred technique.
2. Pump drilling fluid at 1/4 - 1/2 BPM and record the pressure build up using the cement pump until reaching the casing
test pressure specified in the drilling program. Record bbls pumped to reach the test pressure.
3. Stop pumping and record the shut-in pressure for 30 minutes per MMS requirements or other regulatory agency
requirements (generally, for non-MMS regulated operations, 15-minute tests may be sufficient).
4. Bleed off the pressure and record the bleed back volume. Record the test data in the Integrity Test Workbook.
5. Open the BOP.
11.3
LEAK-OFF TEST
Prior to conducting the Leak-Off Test, the EMDC Integrity Test Workbook is to be prepared for plotting pump pressure
and shut-in pressure as a function of cumulative bbls pumped and shut-in time. The drill pipe float valve, either solid
or ported, can influence the results; take it into consideration. The accompanying equations may be helpful in
calculating pressures and volumes during a leak-off test. Additionally, a spreadsheet to calculate the compressibility of
Water or Oil based muds may be found on the LAN or Global Share. The casing test also provides a good indication of
the expected pressure response if the mud type and density have not been changed.
1. Perform the casing test as described above, drill out the casing shoe and 10' of new hole.
2. Circulate bottoms up and condition the drilling fluid to ensure that is virtually free of cuttings and is of uniform
density. Pull bit up inside the casing.
3. Rig up the cement pump and pump down the drill pipe to ensure all lines are full. Test lines to greater than the
expected surface pressure as specified in the Drilling Procedure. The test surface pressure will not in any case exceed
the surface line test or casing test pressure.
4. Close the BOP.
5. Pump drilling fluid down the drill pipe or choke/kill line and record the pressure build up versus cumulative barrels
pumped. Pump at 1/4 bpm if the wellbore volume is <1000 bbls and 1/2 bpm if greater.
6. Enter the data in 1/4 bbl increments as the test proceeds to determine the leak-off point.
7. Continue pumping until reaching the surface pressure, adjusted for mud weight, specified in the Drilling Procedure, or
leak-off plus 3-4 data points, whichever occurs first.
8. Stop pumping and record the instantaneous shut-in pressure 10 seconds after shut in.
9. Read, record and plot the shut-in pressure at 1 minute intervals. Allow at least 10 minutes for pressure to stabilize. If
pressure is continuing to fall rapidly maintain shut in until it stabilizes.
10. Bleed off pressure and record the bleed back volume from the annulus shoe so that the op float does not restrict flow.
11. Review the gradial plot in the Integrity Test Workbook and determint the LOT. Repeat the test if the interoperation is
not clear. Repeat the PIT test if unacceptable. If it appears that the PIT was unacceptable due to fluid leaking off into
a permeable sand, a seepage spill may be spotted prior to repeating the test. Use 20-30 ppb of 5 micron (fine) CaCO 3.
Discuss this option with Operations Superintendent prior to pumping the second test.
12. Open the BOP.
13. Attempt to identify the minimum stress (MS) from the shut in data and record it in the results section of the Integrity
Test Workbook. If a distinct inflexion is not seen at fracture closure record the MS as "N/A". Complete the
workbook, including the comments section, form and fax or email it to the Drilling Engineer and Operations
Superintendent as soon as practical.
14. Leak-off is assumed to be at the true vertical depth of the casing shoe which should be used to calculate the PIT. PIT
(ppg) = [[ MW (ppg) * 0.052 * TVD of casing shoe (feet) ] + Surface pressure (psi) ] / [ 0.052 * TVD of casing shoe
(feet) ].
11.4
A jug test or PIT of the casing seat is identical to a leak-off test except that it is not taken to leak-off pressure. The test
plots are similar in all areas except the top of the pressure build-up curve. In the LOT, the plot bends to the right at the
leak-off point. In the jug test, the entire build-up plot should be a straight line because the test is stopped before leakoff pressure is reached.
11.5
This Integrity Test determines if there is a significant decrease in the open hole fracture pressure in new formations
drilled. Normally this test is necessary after penetrating porous/permeable formations that have the potential for lost
returns and/or when the mud weight nears the last leak-off value. The same procedure is used as for performing an
open hole test after the bit is pulled up inside the casing.
A higher pump rate may probably be needed than was used in the PIT at the casing shoe because of the extended open
hole section and potential permeability, however the initial attempt should be made at the same rate used for the shoe
test.
This test may be substituted with for a weight up test when a higher mud weight will be needed to TD the hole section.
NOTE: To supplement the compressibility curves the following equations can be used:
Equation 1
Barrels Base Fluid Required = (Test Pressure) (Casing Fluid Volume) (Coefficient of Compressibility C f)
Cf Water = 0.000003
Cf Diesel/SBM = 0.000005
Example - Bbls = (1000 psi)(1500 bbls) (0.000003) = 4.5 bbls required
Example Well
9.625
Example Rig
100
2,000
Example Field
International
Final Interpretati on
Depth (ft)
Type
Integ (ppg)
Test 1
Test 2
11,000
0
Test 3
16.2
LOT
MS (ppg)
15.6
Volume Prior to ISIP (bbl), Time After ISIP (1 min / minor division)
Casing Test
Test 1
Test 2
Test 3
12.0
PRODUCTION TESTING
12.1
12.2
12.3
12.4
12.5
12.6
12.7
12.8
12.9
12.10
12.11
12.12
12.13
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DRILLING OPERATIONS MANUAL - JACK-UP/PLATFORM/BARAGE RIG DRILLING
FIRST EDITION MAY, 2003
For Development Jack-up, Platform, & Barge Rig Drilling Operations, a production test is not usually performed. The
wells drilled in during development are usually completed and brought on production by the Production group after the
drilling rig has moved off location. In the event that a production test is required (e.g. exploratory well), a detailed
Well Testing Procedure will be developed by the Well Test Engineer and/or the Drilling Engineer on a well specific
basis. This procedure will cover the essential equipment and steps to be utilized during the production test (using
industry guidelines and the general information included below). Refer to ExxonMobil Production and Development
Company Safety Manuals for safety guidelines concerning drill stem testing, well testing equipment (i.e., steam
generators, heater treaters, flowlines, gauge tanks, etc.) and H2S contingency requirements. A Risk Assessment will be
conducted prior to initiating Well Production Testing operations.
12.1
A production test is a formation evaluation technique which may be designed to provide the following reservoir description
data:
This information will be obtained through either direct physical measurements taken during the production test or
through analytical methods using the appropriate reservoir description model, in conjunction with information obtained
from the well test.
In exploration well testing, the well may be temporarily completed so that reservoir fluids can be flowed to the surface
and measurements of pressure and flow rate can be made. Since hydrocarbons surface during the production test,
extreme caution is to be taken by all personnel involved with testing operations. It is essential to select equipment and
adopt test procedures which will ensure the safety of the drilling rig and its personnel.
12.2
A typical production test consists of four distinct time periods: initial flow, initial build-up, final flow, and final buildup. The reservoir's pressure response during each of these time periods is shown schematically in Figure 12-1. The
length of each time period is dependent on the reservoir producing capability and the type of fluids produced.
TEST STRING
Test String
The test string contains those components necessary for sealing the tubing annulus, shutting in the tubing downhole (if
desired), and suspending pressure and temperature gauges. The shut-in method used will depend on such
considerations as types of fluids produced, objectives of the test, and safety considerations.
The four basic lower test string assemblies are: Surface Shut-in/Permanent Packer; Surface Shut-In / Retrievable
Packer; Bottom Hole Shut-In / Permanent Packer; and Bottom Hole Shut-In / Retrievable Packer. See Figure 12-2 for
a typical lower test string assembly with Surface Shut-In / Permanent Packer.
Shut-In Methods
1.
Surface Shut-In
The simplest method for shutting in a well is with a surface shut-in. In this method, primary well control is at the
surface test tree. No manipulation of the test string is required while the well is "alive". Unfortunately for reservoir
purposes, during surface shut-in the entire wellbore volume is in communication with the formation. This can lead to
two detrimental effects, afterflow and phase redistribution in the wellbore.
Afterflow is defined as flow from the formation into the wellbore after the well is shut-in at the surface. Formation
fluid can flow into the wellbore because of the compressibility of the fluid in the wellbore. Afterflow is usually not a
problem in oil or gas wells having moderate to good productivity. In low productivity wells, afterflow can lead to
difficulty with analysis of data.
Phase redistribution (separation of gas and liquid) may cause problems with analysis of data from high liquid ratio gas
wells and high GOR oil wells. If phase redistribution occurs, it can usually be recognized as a hump in the plot of
build-up data. If pressure humping lasts throughout the test, the build-up data may be of questionable value for
analysis of reservoir properties.
2.
The bottom hole shut-in method is the ideal way to shut-in a well for a build-up test, because it eliminates the effects of
afterflow and phase redistribution. However, a bottom hole shut-in requires a somewhat complex string of downhole
tools, which increases the probability of a mechanical malfunction. With some test strings, pipe motions are required
to operate tools while the well is "live" which is considered a disadvantage from the standpoint of safety.
A bottom hole shut-in should be considered if:
SURFACE EQUIPMENT
The surface testing equipment is designed to process produced formation fluids from the surface test tree to a point of
disposal. Typically, the major components of this system are: data header, choke manifold, flow lines, heater,
separator, test/gauge tank, transfer pump, and burner(s). The surface and bottom hole test equipment required for a
particular well test will vary depending upon individual well conditions and specific reservoir requirements and will be
specified in the Well Testing Procedure.
12.5
MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT
Obtaining accurate measurements of bottom hole and surface pressure and temperature is one of production testing's
main objectives. Subsurface pressure and temperature gauges can be either mechanical or electronic downhole
recording devices or wireline run electronic gauges which provide a surface readout. Surface pressures are normally
obtained with either dial gauges or dead weight testers.
Subsurface Measurement Equipment
Subsurface gauges are run into the wellbore to record the reservoir pressure and temperature response during flowing
and shut-in periods. Subsurface pressure and temperature gauges can either be landed in a nipple located below the
perforated joint or run in gauge carriers. There are two basic types of subsurface pressure gauges available, the
subsurface recording gauges and the surface readout subsurface gauges.
1.
Subsurface recording gauges make a record of pressure and/or temperature versus time. The record can be read at the
surface when the gauges are retrieved. These gauges are self-contained recording devices which do not require a
physical link to surface equipment. Subsurface recording gauges will either be mechanically or electronically
operated.
2.
Surface readout subsurface gauges allow real time bottom hole pressure and temperature measurements to be read at
the surface. These gauges transmit their data through a monoconductor cable. Because of the electric cable, these
gauges cannot be used with a standard bottom hole shutin test assembly.
Surface Measurement Equipment
Surface pressure and temperature measuring equipment can be connected to the data header located upstream of the
choke manifold. Surface pressure can be measured with either dial type gauges, a dead weight tester, and/or electronic
gauges.
12.6
SAFETY
3. Testing of the surface equipment should be addressed in the Risk Assessment. It is also recommended that start-up of
the production test be initiated during daylight. Extra lighting may be necessary to insure potential leaks do not go
undetected if testing continues after daylight hours.
4. The drilling rig is to be equipped with a warning system, which will be activated any time the well is being tested.
During this period, it will be necessary for personnel to follow ExxonMobil Safety Manual guidelines for welding,
cutting, electrical work, sand blasting, or other work which could result in a fire or explosion.
5. Cranes will not be operated over "live" test equipment.
6. Personnel not required for duties in conjunction with the test, or for maintenance duties, are to stay clear of
production testing equipment. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas.
7. If H2S is anticipated in formation fluids, H2S detection equipment shall be used to determine if any hydrogen sulfide
is present in the produced formation fluids.
8. At the conclusion of testing operations, all flowlines are to be thoroughly flushed with water.
9. Cement unit should be tied to the surface test tree for use in well kill operations, if necessary.
10. The surface tree lower master valve should be manual operated, the upper master valve & wing valve should be
hydraulic or pneumatic operated with a remote unit located away from the tree.
11. A contractor representative of the tree supplier must be present on the rig floor or near the control unit at all times
when the well is "live".
12. If methanol is utilized, ensure that flame and mitigation detection contingencies are in place and reviewed with all
personnel.
12.7
PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES
The overall responsibility for conducting a safe testing operation rests with the Operations Supervisor. The Operations
Supervisor is to work closely with the Drilling/Well Test Engineer, and Service Company Personnel to ensure that all
test objectives are achieved. Responsibility guidelines for a typical offshore production test are listed below; refer to
Section 2.6 of this manual for additional information.
Drilling/Well Test Engineer
9. Ensure that the proper testing and maintenance of the surface test tree and floor choke manifold are carried out.
10. Assist in monitoring casing annulus pressure and production test data.
11. Prepare subsurface recording pressure and temperature gauges. Continuously monitor panel for surface reading
subsurface pressure and temperature gauges.
Mud Logger
1. Take periodic samples of gas at the floor choke manifold during flow periods and analyze samples with the gas
chromatograph.
2. Use gas detectors to determine possible presence of gas on the rig floor and in the wellhead/BOP area.
Drilling Fluids Engineer
1. Ensure the proper maintenance of the drilling fluid in the pits.
2. Catch samples of condensate and/or water being produced and conduct analysis of filtrate and water properties.
Cementer
1. Perform well killing and cementing operations as required. Have pumping equipment in a state of readiness to kill
the well and/or cement at short notice.
2. Maintain adequate number of cement retainers and conversion kits to bridge plugs for casing size used in production
test.
3. Assist drill crew and subsurface test hole personnel in operation testing of downhole equipment.
4. Assist testing personnel in testing surface test equipment.
Rig Toolpusher
1. Ensure that well killing equipment is ready and coordinate the well killing operations.
2. Oversee running of test string and rigging up of surface control equipment.
3. Help coordinate various steps of the production test sequence as pertaining to the rig equipment.
4. Manipulate/operate downhole tools under direction of subsurface test tool personnel.
Driller
1. Ensure pressure integrity of rig floor piping.
2. Coordinate the Assistant Driller and/or floormen to provide constant observation of the casing annulus pressure and
production test data.
3. Ensure that production test string is properly made up.
12.8
Good planning and preparation are essential to conducting a safe and complete production test. Prior to the test, a
meeting is to be held with all key personnel to discuss the test procedures, personnel responsibilities, and safety
considerations. The BOPs are to be fitted with the proper size rams as necessary to accommodate the test string
equipment in the hole. All surface testing equipment is to be pressure and function tested before beginning the test.
Meetings and Drills
The Operations Supervisor is to hold a pre-test meeting prior to the initiation of each production test. All personnel are
to attend this meeting. During the pre-test meeting, the following items are to be reviewed and discussed:
Safety Procedures
Spill Prevention
Test Objectives
Test Equipment and Hook-Up
Test Procedures
Personnel Responsibilities
Data Collection
Supervisors must ensure that the responsibilities of all personnel associated with the test are clearly understood.
Surface Equipment Preparation
At an appropriate time, well before the test string is run in the hole, the separator, heater, transfer pump, gauge tank and
burner(s) are to be inspected and prepared for operation.
The kill line and flowline connections on the surface test tree are to be checked to ensure that compatible chiksan or
other flexible connections are available. The fail-safe closed valve on the surface test tree flowline is to be checked for
proper operation. The surface test tree, the flowline chiksans, and the floor choke manifold are to be checked for
connection compatibility. The floor choke manifold is to be rigged up with the proper size chokes for the initial flow.
The data header is to be checked and the adapters, if required, for the various gauges and transducers are to be made
up.
Surface Equipment Pressure Testing
Make up the surface test tree and rig floor equipment. Ensure that the data header and all instrumentation is functioning
properly.
Note: Have an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacture) service representative on location during installation
and pressure testing of all Christmas tree equipment. Place a permanent warning sign on the valves which have
the potential for internally trapped pressure "Warning: This valve has the potential to internally trap pressure".
Note: Whenever a back pressure valve (BPV) is to be removed from a tubing hanger, a lubricator shall be
installed and anchored. Prior to retrieving the plug, confirmation of pressure equalization should be made if
possible. If working on a well with H2S gas, all workers in the area should mask up while retrieving the plug.
Pressure test the surface equipment to 200 psi and to the pressures specified in the Production Testing Program, using
the cementing unit, as follows. The test pressure is to be held stable for at least 5 minutes on the low pressure test and
at least 5 minutes on the high pressure test.
12.9
INFORMATION RETRIEVAL
A primary purpose of the production test is to collect sufficient data for making an accurate reservoir description. To
accomplish this objective, it is essential that the data gathering activity be given high priority both in planning and
during testing operations. This can best be accomplished by ensuring that each individual involved in the test fully
understands his responsibilities and the operation of the equipment he is assigned to oversee.
Persons responsible for actually gathering data must know what data to gather and which data form is required for
transcribing the data. During the pre-test meeting, the Drilling/Well Test Engineer is to assign the appropriate form to
each of the individuals involved with data collection. Refer to the EMPC Exploration Well Testing Manual for a listing
of suggested data requirements and forms.
The rate for data collection will vary according to the test period in progress and the state of the well during the period.
In general, data entries should be made more frequently during periods when well conditions are changing rapidly with
time (e.g., immediately following shut-in or flow initiation) and less frequently during stable conditions. The primary
goal is to ensure that data are smooth and continuous when plotted against time. The actual frequency for collecting
data will be specified by the Drilling/Well Test Engineer, but for most test situations, the following guidelines apply:
1. All Flow Periods: Readings should be recorded every 30 minutes during stabilized flow conditions and at an
increased frequency during initial flow.
2. Final Shut-In Period: Record wellhead (surface) pressures and temperatures with the chart recorder and
pressure recorder as follows- ensure high frequency reading downhole for buildup analysis:
Each minute for the first 10 minutes (or at an increased frequency, if appropriate).
Every 5 minutes for the next 20 minutes.
Every 15 minutes for the next hour.
Every 30 minutes for the duration of the shut-in period.
All pressurized samples are to be packed in the boxes sent out to the drilling rig specifically for this purpose. Bottom
hole samples may be required by Reservoir Engineering. When bottom hole samples are required, they will generally
be taken directly opposite the perforations, if possible, and with the well flowing through a small choke.
12.10
Well Killing
At the conclusion of the final build-up period, the well may be flowed at a high rate to heat up the wellbore for the
purpose of avoiding formation of hydrates in the test string. Additional downhole work, such as pulling the pressure
gauges, obtaining bottom hole samples, or performing other final actions as specified in the Well Testing Procedure,
can then be completed and the well can be killed. The killing operation will vary with the specific well test string being
used. However, the significant point is to ensure that a column of mud, with sufficient weight to ensure that an
overbalance exists at the formation, is circulated throughout the wellbore.
12.11
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
HYDROGEN SULFIDE
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a colorless gas which is both toxic and corrosive. The presence of H2S in the production
stream requires special procedures for conducting the well test and testing equipment that has metallurgical properties
compatible with the H2S environment. Due to the extreme toxicity of H2S, self-contained breathing apparatus
(SCBAs) must be available during the test if H2S is expected. If the potential exists for H2S in the formation fluids, an
H2S contingency plan must be developed and implemented prior to initiating well test operations.
H2S Safety Procedures
The following safety procedures are to be observed on all well tests where H2S is known, expected, or contingent. Also
refer to the well's H2S Contingency Plan.
1. Prior to beginning the well test, all personnel are to be briefed on the hazards of hydrogen sulphide and certified
(i.e. Fit Tested, and applicable certification). H2S drills are to be performed with all personnel on the rig.
2. All surface and downhole equipment which may be exposed to H2S must be designed for use in H2S
environments.
3. Every effort must be made to ventilate the rig floor and separator area before the well is opened.
4. Each individual who will be on the rig floor or working with the hydrocarbon processing equipment (separator,
burners, etc.) is to have a self-contained breathing apparatus available in the work area.
5. When the formation fluid surfaces, every effort is to be made to keep the burner(s) operating.
6. When the formation fluid surfaces, and at 15 minute intervals thereafter, the H2S detector will be used to
determine if any hydrogen sulfide is present in the produced fluids.
12.13
HYDRATES
Hydrate Formation
Hydrates are frozen or ice-like chemical compounds formed when certain light hydrocarbons combine with water.
Hydrate formation is associated with gas production and is a function of temperature and pressure. Figure 12-3 is a
hydrate formation conditions chart. The areas above each curve represent the conditions of temperature and pressure
under which hydrates can form if sufficient water is present.
At low water concentrations and high flow rates, the formation of hydrates may not be sufficient to cause blockage of
the flow stream. However, upon shutting in the well, hydrates may form a blockage and prevent further well flow.
Even minor hydrate formation can interfere with wireline/slickline operation for setting plugs or retrieving data. A hydrate
mitigation plan should be in place if hydrate conditions are possible.
FIGURE 12-1
FIGURE 12-2
Production Tubing
Permanent
Packer
Perforations
Production Casing
General
Permanent Plug and Abandonment
Temporary Plug and Abandonment
Site Clearance Verification
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13.1
GENERAL
Before performing any Permanent or Temporary Plug and Abandonment work, regulatory approval must be obtained
from the applicable regulatory agency. The objective of the following general guidelines is to plug and abandon wells
in accordance with the governing regulatory agency and ExxonMobil requirements; such that all hydrocarbon zones,
abnormally pressured water zones, and freshwater aquifers, are isolated to permanently prevent their contents from
escaping into other strata or to the seafloor.
Procedures may be adjusted to fit specific hole conditions but should at least meet the minimum objectives described
in these guidelines (MMS or local regulatory body and ExxonMobil requirements).
During permanent or temporary plug and abandonment operations, the following general guidelines, consistent with local
regulations, shall apply:
1. Critical abandonment plugs which isolate hydrocarbon and injection zones from fresh water aquifers should be
verified by tagging and/or pressure testing. Coordinate any plugs that must be tagged with the applicable
regulatory agency and EMPC.
2. During each phase of the plug and abandonment operation, a means of performing well control is to be maintained.
This is valid until casing with a non-sealed outer annulus (generally surface or conductor casing) is to be cut or
perforated.
3. When casing is cut, pressure control is to be maintained by closing the annular preventer around the drill pipe. This
is valid until casing with a non-sealed outer annulus (generally surface or conductor casing) is to be cut. If
communication from an open formation to the surface via the annulus is found, the flow is to be controlled with kill
mud and the annulus squeeze cemented through the cut or perforations. The annulus is to be pressure tested after
cementing to ensure that it has been properly sealed.
4. When conducting plug and abandonment operations, all mud returns are to be analyzed by the Mud Logging
Unit/Mud Engineer in order to detect any formation fluid influx that might occur.
5. Consideration should be made to treat mud left between cement plugs inside the casing with a corrosion inhibitor
and/or a bactericide.
6. During each phase of the plug and abandonment operation, the mud left in the hole above a cement and/or a
mechanical plug is to have a weight sufficient to withstand, together with the plugs, any pressure which may
develop in the well.
13.2
The following is a sequence for a permanent plug and abandonment operation in which all casing strings and well bore
annulus are permanently sealed. Well specific procedures may vary and will be specified in the Plug and Abandonment
Program:
1. Isolation of Zones in Open Hole
The following method of isolating open hole intervals is acceptable.
In uncased portions of the hole, cement plug(s) shall be spaced to extend from 100' below the bottom to 100'
above the top of the zone(s) to be isolated. Any porous or permeable zone containing hydrocarbons should be
isolated. Typically cement volumes in open hole are based on gauge hole plus 10% excess.
Other methods of abandonment may be more practical. The appropriate regulatory agency and the operations
superintendent must approve these alternate methods.
Note: The placement of a hi-vis pill below cement plugs can be beneficial in preventing the plug from
settling prior to setting up.
Place a balanced cement plug across (100' above and 100' below) the casing shoe.
Set a cement retainer in the casing, 50' - 100' above the shoe, squeeze 100' of cement below the shoe and place 50'
of cement above the retainer.
If lost returns have been experienced place a permanent type bridge plug <150' above the shoe and place 50' of
cement above it.
Other methods of abandonment may be more practical. The appropriate regulatory agency and the operations
superintendent must approve these alternate methods.
A balanced cement plug placed opposite all open perforations, extending 100' above to 100' below the bottom of
the perforated interval.
Set a cement retainer 50' - 100' above the top of the perforated interval, squeeze cement to 100' below the
perforated interval and place 50' of cement above the retainer.
A permanent type bridge-plug may be set <150' above the top of the perforated interval with 50' of cement placed
above the bridge-plug.
A cement plug that is at least 200' long may be set with the bottom of the cement plug within the first 100' above
the top of the perforated interval.
Other methods of abandonment may be more practical. The appropriate regulatory agency and the operations
superintendent must approve these alternate methods.
A cement retainer or a permanent-type bridge plug is set 50' above the stub and 50' of cement placed on top of it.
A cement plug, which is at least 200' long, is set with the bottom of the plug within 100' of the casing stub.
If the stub is below larger size casing plugging shall be accomplished as required to isolate zones or open hole as
described above.
Any annular space that communicates with open hole and extending to the mud line will be plugged with at least 200'
of cement.
6. Surface Plug
Set a balanced cement plug at least 150' in length with the top of the plug within 150' below the mud line. The
plug will be placed in the smallest string of casing that extends to the mud line.
7. Testing of Plugs
The condition and location of certain cement plugs shall be verified by one of the following methods:
By tagging the cement plug, cement retainer, or bridge plug with 15 kips while circulating against the plug.
Cement placed above a bridge plug or retainer need not be tested.
By pressure testing the plug with a minimum pump pressure of 1000 psi with no more than a 10% pressure drop
in a 15-minute period (MMS). ExxonMobil at least 500 psi in excess of the formation breakdown pressure or
within the working limits of the weakest exposed casing string whichever is less.
The first plug below the surface plug will be verified by one of the above methods (MMS).
8. Clearance of Location
All wellheads, casing, pilings, and other obstructions shall be removed to a depth of 15' below the mud line or to a
total depth approved by the applicable regulatory agency.
13.3
A temporary abandonment differs from a permanent abandonment in that all casing strings and wellhead seals remain
intact.
During temporary plug and abandonment operations, the following general guidelines shall apply:
1. No holes may be punched in the casing except as required for production testing. Perforations are to be properly
plugged and isolated.
2. The wellhead seal area is to be protected by installing a corrosion cap or an abandonment tree. For long abandonment
periods, the well may be additionally protected by displacing the mud in the seal area with inhibiting fluid.
3. The well is to be equipped with a location marker and identification.
4. Inspection of the wellhead and protective structure is to be carried out at least once per year.
5. A bridge plug or a 100' long cement plug is to be set at the base of the deepest casing string unless the casing has not
been drilled out.
6. A retrievable or permanent-type bridge plug or cement plug at least 100' in length, shall be set in the casing within the
first 200' below the mudline.
7. Exceptions to these guidelines must be approved by the applicable regulatory agency, the operations superintendent
and EMPC.
13.4
Final site clearance after abandonment must be approved by the regulatory agency. Typically one of the following
methods will be acceptable:
1. Drag a trawl in two directions across the location.
2. Perform a diver search around the wellbore.
3. Scan across the location with a side-scan or on-bottom scanning sonar.
WELL CONTROL
14.1
WELL CONTROL
14.2
14.3
14.4
14.5
10
14.6
14.7
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DRILLING OPERATIONS MANUAL- JACK-UP/PLATFORM/BARAGE RIG DRILLING
FIRST EDITION MAY, 2003
14.1
Well Control operations are performed to mitigate well control incidents by minimizing the severity of the influx,
properly shutting-in the well as soon as practical, and surfacing the influx in a safe manner or pumping/bullheading the
influx back into the formation (when bringing the influx to the surface may be too hazardous, like with H 2S).
Uncontrolled flows into the wellbore must always be kept below the blowout preventer stack.
Safety of all personnel on the rig is the primary consideration when conducting well control operations. Integrity
of the drilling unit and adverse economic impacts are of secondary importance.
General step-by-step procedures may vary depending on the BOP configuration on each individual drilling unit. The
Drilling Contractor's specific shut-in procedures for each drilling unit are to be reviewed to determine if they are
acceptable for EMDC's operations. For all locations, a site specific well control plan is to be in place which includes
diverter and well control procedures specific to the drilling unit and BOP stack configuration.
General Well Control Guidelines
General well control guidelines are as follows:
1. All well control equipment will be maintained in a ready state while conducting drilling operations.
2. Conduct drills in accordance with "Well Control Drills" section of this manual.
3. Test well control equipment (i.e., pressure and function test) as specified in "Well Control Equipment Testing"
section of this manual.
4. A current status board of critical drilling parameters will be maintained at the Driller's console in plain view.
Information on this board should consist of the following:
Tool joint distance above the rig floor for closing the hang-off rams
Most recent BOP test date
BOP stack dimensions of the preventer spacing from the wellhead
BOP stack dimensions of the preventer spacing below the rotary table (as tool joint space out is typically
measured from the rotary table)
5. Laminated copies of rig specific shut-in procedures shall be posted on the rig floor near the Driller's console. Rig
specific station bills, listing duties of the crew members, will also be posted on the rig floor and/or bulletin board.
6. Lost Circulation Procedures will be posted on the rig floor.
7. The Driller will be instructed to shut-in the well using his judgment and indicators such as pit gain, flow after
stopping the pumps, or improper fill-up on trips. The Driller does not have to secure permission from the Operations
Supervisor prior to shutting-in the well.
8. The drill string will always include a float valve above the bit and, after setting sufficient casing to shut in the well,
the float valve will be ported, unless a solid float is approved by the Operations Superintendent. Field modification
of drill pipe floats is not allowed.
9. At all times, a full opening, ball type, pressure balanced safety valve (TIW or equivalent) for drill pipe and an inside
BOP, with crossover subs for drill collars and casing, will be on the rig floor and ready for immediate use (i.e., open).
These will be available for all drillstring sizes in use. The safety valve(s) must be function tested and the test must be
documented on the IADC report and DMR. The safety valve will always be picked up first. A safety valve will be
installed in the string during periods of downtime, such as slipping and cutting drill line, etc.
NOTE: API Spec. 7 (November 2001 edition) has divided safety valves into two classes. Class I valves
(standard valves) are rated to working pressure from below only and may not seal from either direction if
pressure is applied from above. Class I valves are not API pressure rated externally and may leak through the
stem. Class II valves are designed for rated working pressure from below and above the ball and externally to
2000 psi minimum. If there is a probability that stripping operations will be required, Class II should be utilized
at the rigsite. Section 8 in the "ExxonMobil Drilling Surface Blowout Prevention and Well Control Equipment
Manual" provides a listing of manufacturers known to be capable of supplying proven Class II safety valves.
10. Circulate choke and kill lines to ensure lines are clear (frequency will depend on drilling fluid).
11. The choke will be in the open position with the first valve downstream of the choke in the closed position as well.
12. Maintain a "Well Kill Worksheet" for the current wellbore configuration and update the worksheet (or KIK PC
program) at least daily while drilling is in progress, or as hole conditions change.
13. Keep the inner choke and kill valves on the BOP in the closed position while drilling. Keep the outer choke and kill
valves in the open position.
14. Have the choke manifold lined up to take returns to the poor-boy degasser.
15. Have the PVT and FLO-SHO alarms set to the lowest practical limits.
16. Rig up an annulus fill-up line from the rig pumps for quick fill up of the annulus.
17. Use the annular to initially shut-in the wellbore. The on-site Operations Supervisor will determine if hanging-off the
drill string is necessary based on existing operating conditions.
18. If an annular is used to circulate out the influx, the closing pressure may be backed off per the manufacturer's
recommendations to reduce wear on the element. Sufficient operating pressure will be maintained to prevent leakage
and avoid gas escaping to the rig floor. Closing pressure can be reduced to allow limited pipe movement to avoid
sticking the drillstring while circulating out an influx. However, tool joints should not be cycled through the annular
element while circulating out an influx.
19. Shut the diverter annular only after opening the diverter line valve(s) to prevent broaching. Assign personnel to
monitor for broaching if diverting the well with only shallow casing set. The diverter lines are to be routed overboard
and downwind.
20. Utilize mud pumps and/or fire hoses to wet gas exiting from diverter lines.
21. Wind socks should be visible from pertinent areas of the rig.
Pressure Recording Guidelines
Pressure recording guidelines are as follows:
1. Record the shut-in pressures on the drill pipe and casing every minute until shut-in pressures stabilize. After
stabilization, record the shut-in pressure on the drill pipe and casing every 10 minutes until well control operations
end.
2. Record the pressure necessary to pump open the float valve as the stabilized drill pipe pressure when using a nonported float valve in the drill pipe.
Note:
The method to determine when the float valve is opening is the same as determining the break-over
limit during a pressure integrity test.
3. Designate specific personnel to record pressures and observations/remarks though out the well control operation.
4. Shut down the pumps and shut-in the well to check pressures if a problem arises while circulating out an influx into
the wellbore.
5. Determine a new friction pressure if using a different pump rate when restarting circulation after shutting in to check
pressures.
6. Determine the new friction pressure in the same manner as the original friction pressure.
Note: The maximum pressure at any point in the wellbore during the killing operation will occur when the top of
the influx is at that point or when the influx is on bottom in the case of short open hole intervals or long
bottom hole assemblies and the top of the bubble is above the casing shoe. This is especially true in deep
wells.
Pump Rate Guidelines
1. Ensure that the selection of the circulation rate considers such factors as: a) formation integrity at the casing shoe, b)
rig well control equipment, c) capacity of barite additions to the mud system, and d) rig pump oiling limitations at
slower rates.
2. Consider the following advantages of a low pump rate. A typical pump rate is in the 1 to 3 BPM range:
Low pump rates allow the choke operator more time to adjust the choke.
Low pump rates minimizes the handling of large gas volumes at the surface
Low pump rates reduces the possibility of lost returns.
3. Understand the limitations of the mud gas separator when 100% gas reaches the surface. Be prepared to bypass the
mud gas separator and go directly to the flare if the liquid leg is lost.
Well Killing Worksheet
A Well Killing Worksheet is critical to a successful well control operation since it helps Operations and Engineering
personnel communicate clearly during the operation and perform the necessary calculations.
After the BOP stack is installed, a "Well Killing Worksheet" will be prepared. The worksheet will be maintained for
the current wellbore configuration and update the worksheet at least daily while drilling is in progress, or as hole
conditions change.
Note: The KIK PC computer program may be used in lieu of the worksheet.
Steps for completion of the "Well Killing Worksheet" are as follows:
1. Calculate the kill mud weight.
Calculate the necessary increases in drilling fluid weight to balance the formation pressure and to provide an
overbalance.
Calculate the maximum surface pressure which will fracture the formation.
Calculate the allowable surface pressure for each weight and grade of casing.
Select the lower of the two calculated values as the maximum allowable surface pressure (to be used for
information only).
Enter the circulation rate and initial drill pipe circulating pressure.
Calculate the change in circulating pressure that will occur due to a heavier fluid weight.
6. Select the circulation method and prepare the drilling fluid weight schedule. If practical, consult with the Operations
Superintendent as to which of the following methods to use based on well pressures involved, pressure integrity of
the casing shoe, rig gas handling capability, mud system capabilities, and mud material on location.
Weight and Wait Method (balance mud weight or kill weight mud)
14.2
If the influx gradient is less than 0.2 psi/ft, the influx is probably gas. If the gradient is between 0.2 psi/ft and
0.4 psi/ft, the influx is probably oil. If the gradient is greater than 0.4 psi/ft, the influx is probably salt water.
HOLE MONITORING
Hole Fill-Up
Hole Fill-Up Guidelines:
When tripping out of the hole, into the hole, or when the drill string is out of the hole (i.e., logging, BHA change out,
slip and cutting drill line, etc.) the hole will be continuously monitored for gains or losses using the trip tank. The
following guidelines should be followed to ensure a full column of mud is maintained in the annulus at all times.
1. The hole will be kept full using the trip tank when not pumping down the drill string. The trip tank level will be
recorded a minimum of every 15 minutes when pipe is out of the hole. A trip book will be maintained for each
well and at least one person is to be assigned to monitor the trip tank on a continuous basis while tripping. The
trip book log should compare trips volumes to both the theoretical volume and the previous trip volumes
2. If the rig is equipped with a top drive system, back-reaming and pumping out the first 10 stands of open hole
when tripping should be considered. This is especially relevant while drilling directional wells or wells with
highly reactive formations.
3. The bit will be returned to bottom and the well circulated bottoms-up if observed fill-up volume is less than
calculated or significantly less than fill-up recorded on the previous trip. If the hole does not take the calculated
amount of fluid, the Operations Supervisor will be advised immediately.
Pit levels will be monitored carefully when circulating bottoms-up to detect any expansion of gas and/or well
flow during the circulating operations.
4. Sufficient mud weight will be used that provides at least 200 psi of overbalance before attempting to pull or
pump out of the hole.
5. A trip tank with a minimum capacity of 40 bbls is preferred. The trip tank will be marked in at least 1/2 barrel
increments.
6. A grease type packing is to be used on the centrifugal pump that feeds the trip tank. Water injection will not be
used.
7. The mud loggers should also closely monitor trip tank volumes while tripping out of the hole and confirm the
displacement volumes recorded by the drilling contractor. They should also monitor volumes while tripping in
the hole if requested by the Operations Supervisor or if it is specified in the Drilling Program.
8. The maximum amount of drill pipe than can be run in the hole without being filled must be specified in the
Drilling Program and will be based on that particular well plan (casing depths, amount of open hole, potential gas
sand location, etc.) Section 4 describes a method to calculate the maximum length of pipe that can be run
without filling the drillstring.
9. When tripping in the hole displacement volumes from the well must be accurately monitored using the trip tank.
The FDM can provide an exception to using the trip tank when tripping in hole.
Note:
Field modification of drill pipe floats is not allowed. There are no exceptions to this policy.
A drilling break is generally defined as a doubling of the rate of penetration (ROP), but can vary depending
upon the area.
5. Flow checks will be planned at intervals less than 100' when drilling with a top drive system in an abnormal
pressure zone.
6. It should be stressed to the driller that the Company will support the driller's judgment when making additional
flow checks (not included in these guidelines) or when shutting-in the well due to flow.
Degasser Guidelines
1. The degasser will be operated whenever there is significant gas in the return flow stream, as indicated by a mud
weight cut or chromatograph instruments readings in the logging unit.
2. The drilling fluid weight will be checked downstream of the degasser, as well as at the shaker, in order to determine
if the degasser is working properly.
3. Dump the degasser suction and discharge tanks as often as practical to maximize utilization.
14.3
EQUIPMENT TESTING
Pressure Tests
The BOPs, choke and kill lines, choke manifold, floor safety valves, inside BOPs, and the top drive system/kelly safety
valves are to be pressure tested in accordance with the following requirements:
BOP Pressure Tests
ACTIVITY
1) Initial BOP acceptance test (when the rig Test with water to 200 psi low and rated
comes under contract)
working pressure of preventer/equipment
2) Initial Installation on Wellhead if NOT Test with water to 200 psi low and rated
fully tested to rated working pressure as WP of preventer/equipment or the
per 1) above.
wellhead, whichever is less. At least
once per well the rams must be tested to
their rated WP when the appropriate
wellhead is installed.
3) Initial installation on wellhead if fully Test with water to 200 psi low. Test annular to
70% of rated working pressure or rated working
tested to rated WP as per 1) above.
pressure of wellhead, whichever is less.
For 5k psi rams or lower, test rams/equipment to
rated working pressure. For 10k psi rams or
higher, test rams/equipment to a pressure that
exceeds the maximum anticipated surface
pressure but not less than 5k psi. At least once
per well the rams must be tested to their rated
working pressure when the appropriate wellhead
is installed.
Note: On wells governed by MMS rules, all
rams/equipment must be tested to their rated
working pressure or rated working pressure of
wellhead, whichever is less (unless approved
otherwise by District Supervisor).
Function Tests
The diverter system is to be function tested daily and the BOP system is to be function tested weekly. When
conducting these tests, all closing and opening times required to function each component are to be recorded for
comparison with previous tests. Do not pull out of the hole just to function test the BOPs.
Diverter Tests
Guidelines for testing diverters are as follows:
1. Response times required to open diverter valves and close the diverter bag around the drill pipe will be recorded and
reported on the BOP test form.
2. After initial installation, all diverter lines will be pumped through at the maximum rate possible, to detect leaks,
verify correct line up, and inspect for excessive vibration.
14.4
EQUIPMENT
Equipment specifications for well control equipment are provided below. Deviations for less than the guidelines shown
should be based on a risk assessment and should have both EMDC and Drilling Contractor management approval.
Diverter Systems
A "Diverter System" will be installed on all casing strings prior to the surface casing.
The diverter system should conform to the following specifications:
Diverter Design:
1. The diverter system shall consist of:
2. All diverter components (valves, lines, etc.) will be rated for a minimum of 300 psi working pressure. Valve
actuators shall be sized to shut in against a minimum of 300 psi.
3. All diverter Valves shall be full opening (ball valves preferred).
Diverter Closing System
1. Actuation of the diverter must be available from the rig floor and at least one other remote location away from the rig
floor. All diverter functions must be available from these locations.
2. If hydro-pneumatic regulators are used, a nitrogen back-up is required.
3. Diverter Hydraulic Control unit must provide 1.5 times the usable fluid necessary to open the diverter valves and
close the diverter annular and be capable of being operated from the main control panel and remotely from the
Driller's console.
BOP System
A BOP stack and closing system shall be installed for all drilling and completion operations with annular and rams
capable of shutting in on all drill pipe sizes in use for that hole section in accordance with the following specifications:
Note: If Hydrogen Sulfide gas is expected, all BOP components and element seals must be certified for H2S service.
BOP Stack
1. The BOP stack should be arranged as specified in the Surface Blowout Prevention and Well Control Equipment
Manual.
2. BOP elements shall be compatible with the mud type in use.
3. Two rams are to be sized for the larger drill pipe and one ram for the smaller drill pipe if a two pipe size and/or
tapered strings are used. Variable bore rams can be used to meet this criteria. The bottom ram shall be sized for the
larger pipe size. VBRs cannot be used for the master ram. See Section 4.0 of the Surface Blowout Prevention and
Well Control Equipment Manual for details and additional scenarios.
4. All rams, choke/kill lines, and choke/kill valves shall have a working pressure rating equivalent or greater than the
wellhead working pressure rating. Annular shall have working pressure ratings of at least 50 percent of the ram
preventers.
5. Ram and Choke/Kill line outlet placement shall provide the capability to:
Close in on the drill string and on casing or liner and allow circulation.
Close and seal on open hole and allow volumetric well control operations.
The Choke and Kill Lines shall be equipped with and have a working pressure rated at least equivalent to the BOP ram
preventer rating. Other specifications as follows:
1. One hydraulic valve (e.g., fail-safe close) on the choke line adjacent to the BOP drilling spool.
2. One manual valve on the choke line between the hydraulic valve and the choke manifold.
3. One hydraulic valve and one manual valve on the kill line between the standpipe or pump manifold and the BOP
drilling spool.
4. Choke lines shall have a minimum ID of 3". Kill lines shall have a minimum ID of 2".
Wellhead
1. The "A" section shall have double valves on one outlet with working pressure at least equivalent to the "A" section
top flange.
2. All wellhead sections shall have a flanged valve with a rated working pressure at least equivalent to the section top
flange.
3. A second valve of the same working pressure shall be installed on any wellhead sections where the casing string
suspended by the section is not cemented to the surface.
Wellhead
4. All sections above the "A" section shall be equipped with a second outlet that has a blind flange installed on the
outlet.
5. A pressure gauge shall be installed on all wellhead sections outside of the valves to facilitate monitoring of casing
annulus pressure.
BOP Control System
BOPs shall be controlled by a Control System meeting the criteria listed below and must meet the following objectives:
Provide emergency back-ups in case of loss of rig air and/or electrical power.
Allow independent adjustable operating pressures to annular and other BOP functions.
Close each Annular Preventer < 18-3/4" within 30 seconds and within 45 seconds for preventers 18-3/4". Surface
Accumulator Bottles
1. A sufficient number of accumulator bottles will be installed, at a minimum, to meet EMDC's technical specifications,
API RP 16D (Part I & II), and/or local requirements for accumulator unit sizing. See Section 5.0 of the Surface
Blowout Prevention and Well Control Equipment Manual for details on EMDC requirements.
NOTE: API RP 16E as referenced in the BOP manual has since been recalled. The correct API reference for
accumulator design is now API Spec 16D.
2. The precharge pressure for all accumulator bottles will be verified upon mobilization of the drilling unit and
approximately every 60 days thereafter.
3. Accumulator bottles shall be divided into at least two or more separate banks of generally the same number of bottles
and each bank shall be capable of being separated by isolation valves.
Accumulator Control Unit
1. Back-up pumps, driven by a different power source than the primary pumps (air driven when primary are electric
drive) will be installed.
2. Each pump is to be capable of being isolated for repairs while the others remain operational.
3. The hydraulic fluid reservoir will be of adequate size to hold twice the required useable fluid capacity of the
accumulator bottles.
4. Hydraulic fluid will be strained through 20 mesh or smaller suction strainers.
5. A double needle valve will be installed to bleed off manifold and accumulators into the reserve tank (needed to
perform mini-checks).
6. The charging manifold will have a full opening, valved outlet for an external pump.
7. The manifold will be equipped with a pressure reducing regulator (0 to maximum allowable pressure) plus bypass
and isolation valves.
8. Pressure relief valves will be installed upstream and downstream of the manifold regulator.
9. The entire system should be in an area which is readily accessible to rig personnel and protected from damage from
other rig sources.
10. Check for type of alarm system installed. See required alarms below.
Regulators
1. The control system will have surface regulators for manifold pressure.
2. A pneumatic back-up supply, independent of the rig air system, will be available for the surface regulators, unless
the regulators are of the worm gear type or equivalent, to avoid losing supply pressure in the event of rig air
failure.
3. The annular and manifold regulators will be set to a minimum of 1500 psi for normal shut-in. Refer to the
manufacturers operating manual for information on additional closing pressure requirements for high expected
shut-in pressures and annular pressures for larger sizes of pipe and casing.
BOP Operating Panels
1. Two operating panels will be available, containing all BOP functions, one of which will be located at the accumulator
control unit and the other on the drill floor.
2. All functions shall be kept in the power position and not in the block position.
Blind Ram function is to have a safety guard installed at all panels and at the accumulator unit control station to
prevent inadvertent operation. The guard at the accumulator unit is not to interfere with remote operating
capabilities.
3. If an electrical relay system is used, emergency generator power or a battery back-up system will be available to
operate the remote panels for the accumulator unit.
4. If rig air is used, a back-up air supply will be available to operate the remote panels.
5. All functions on all operating panels will be clearly marked as to their purpose and position.
6. Unless a common alarm can be heard in both areas, the drill floor panel and the accumulator control unit will have
alarms for:
A manual back-up method of some type (e.g., back-up bottle of nitrogen, manual pump, etc.) will be available to
power the hydraulic choke in case of rig air failure.
A control panel for the hydraulic choke(s) that has gauges to read the drill pipe pressure and casing pressure
immediately upstream from the choke in operation. If the control panel has dual chokes, a casing pressure gauge
will be available to monitor pressure upstream of each choke.
A choke panel which contains a gauge indicating choke position, gauges to read pump rate and cumulative pump
strokes, and a control to zero the cumulative pump stroke counter.
A selection of calibrated gauges of various ranges that can help determine shut-in drill pipe and casing pressure
accurately.
4. Adequate pressure sensors will be installed on the choke manifold and standpipe manifold to monitor the annulus and
drill pipe pressure from all choke locations.
5. The pressure rating of all components (flexible hoses, valves, lines, pressure sensors, etc.) between the BOP and the
high pressure valve downstream of the choke will have a working pressure rating equivalent to or exceeding the BOP
ram preventer rating.
6. All turns in the choke and kill lines from the BOP to the choke manifold, within the choke and kill manifold, and
lines downstream of the choke manifold will have targeted tees installed.
7. Manifold outlets will be configured such that well control fluids can be directed from the choke manifold to the
following areas:
Shakers
Trip Tank
See Surface Blowout Prevention and Well Control Equipment Manual (page 8-19 and 820 for details).
3. Vent line from the mud gas separator will have a minimum diameter of 8" and contain a minimum number of turns to
reduce the gas friction pressure.
4. An inspection port will be available on the mud gas separator for visual inspection of the separator. During
mobilization and after each use for well control, the separator should be drained, washed and visually inspected.
5. A by-pass valve will be installed which vents gas out a direct vent line and isolates the shale shaker room when the
liquid leg is lost at the mud gas separator. The location of the by-pass valve should be upstream of the mud gas
separator line to the shakers.
14.5
Crew, and Mud Loggers should recognize a 10 bbl trip tank gain within 1 minute and shut in the well within an
additional 1 minute by performing the following:
1. Detect the kick and sound the alarm.
2. Record the time to detect the trip tank gain (goal is 1 minute or less).
3. Set the slips with a tool joint at the rotary table.
4. Shut down the trip tank pump and check for flow back into the trip tank.
5. Make up (hand tight) an open safety valve on the drill pipe. Close valve.
6. Check the well for flow.
7. Shut-in the well by opening the HCV valve and closing the anular BOP in one motion, torqueup safety valve. Make
sure the choke manifold valve downstream of the power choke is closed.
8. Immediately notify ExxonMobil Drilling Supervisor and Toolpusher. Record the time to shutin the well after flow is
detected (goal is 1 minute or less to minimize influx volume).
9. Install and make-up Inside BOP. Close the nside BOP. Open Safety Valve. (For stripping operations).
10. Record casing pressure and gain in trip tank. Check accumulator pressures. Check BOP system components and
choke manifold for correct position. Check for leaks and/or flow.
11. Prepare to extinguish sources of ignition. Alert any boat standing by at the drilling rig.
12. Have crane operator standby for possible personnel evacuation.
13. Assess and review proficiency of drill with crew members. Log drill and reaction time on the Daily Drilling Report
and IADC Report.
Note: A typical drill would stop at Step #10, although the documentation under Step #13 would still be
performed. Steps #11 - #12 may be performed for additional training and extended drills.
Pit Drill
The purpose of this drill is to reduce the time required for the Driller to detect and react to a change in the pit level.
After the BOP is installed, this drill will be held with each crew until they are thoroughly familiar with the procedure
and thereafter with each crew at a frequency specified by OIMS.
While drilling on bottom, without prior notice, the apparent pit level is to be gradually increased by manually raising
the mud pit level float or by pumping mud from the trip tank to the active system. The Driller, Drill Crew, and Mud
Loggers should recognize a 10 bbl pit gain within 1 minute and shut in the well within an additional 1 minute by
performing the following:
1. Detect the kick and sound the alarm.
2. Record the time to detect the pit level gain (goal is 1 minute or less).
3. Pick up the drill string until tool joint clears rotary table. Make sure tool joint is not in BOP.
4. Shut down the mud pump(s) and check the well for flow. (Use trip tank if in doubt about the well flowing).
5. If flowing, shut in the well by opening the BOP choke line valve (HCV) and closing the annular.
6. Report the pit gain and flow check results to the Operations Supervisor and Toolpusher.
7. Record drill pipe and casing pressures. Weigh mud in suction pit. Check accumulator pressures. Check BOP system
components and choke manifold for correct position. Check for leaks and/or flow.
8. Complete the Well Killing Worksheet. Determine materials needed to circulate out the kick.
9. Prepare to extinguish sources of ignition. Alert any boat standing by at the drilling unit and/or have security block
off the area if on a land rig.
11. Have crane operator standby for possible personnel evacuation if on a jack-up.
12. Assess and review proficiency of drill with crew members. Log drill and reaction time on the Daily Drilling Report
and IADC Report.
Note: A typical drill would stop at Step #6, although the documentation under Step #12 would still be performed.
Steps #7 #11 may be performed for additional training and extended drills.
Laminated copies of rig specific shut-in procedures shall be posted on the rig floor near the Driller's console.
Rig specific station bills, listing duties of the crew members, will also be posted on the drill floor and/or bulletin
board.
During all well control operations, the following rules will be strictly observed.
1. Smoking will be limited to the quarters area. Violators will be subject to immediate dismissal.
2. Welders will not perform any work without specific instruction and direct supervision by the Senior Drilling
Contractor toolpusher and such work must be cleared with the Operations Supervisor in advance.
3. All grinders, needle guns, etc., will be shut down.
4. Off-duty and personnel that are not required will remain in the quarters area or at a designated muster area.
5. If any of the following occur, the rig site is to be immediately abandoned:
6. A pre-job safety meeting will be held with all involved personnel prior to attempting a well kill operation.
Diverter Installed
Successfully diverting a well flow before gas surfaces and without broaching requires that all surface equipment be
ready to close the diverter bag immediately yet have a relief path for the well fluids to prevent broaching.
While drilling with a Diverter System using a Remote Operated Ball Valve, the valve open function should be plumbed
into the diverter close line such that the valve will open prior to the annular closing.
Mud should be pumped through the diverter lines every tour to ensure the line and relief path are not plugged.
If flow is detected, the following procedure should be followed to divert the flow:
1. Shut down the mud pumps if drilling.
2. Pick up to clear the kelly or tool joint above the diverter bag.
3. Check for flow if uncertain well is flowing.
4. Close the diverter annular.
5. Evacuate personnel to a safe area.
6. Notify the Operations Superintendent.
7. If conditions allow, attempt a dynamic kill by pumping all available mud from the pits followed by water from the
water pit if the mud does not kill the well. Pumping will also keep the gas flow wet and reduce the fire hazard.
Note: If tripping, running casing, or out of the hole, it may be necessary to strip back to bottom prior to attempting
the dynamic kill.
8. Personnel should be posted around the site to detect any signs of broaching.
BOP Operations
The well control procedures in this section are applicable when drilling below surface casing with a competent shoe and a
BOP stack installed.
The Operations Supervisor shall make sure the following is in place:
Flowcharts are posted on the rig floor and other appropriate locations for "Shut-In Procedures for Drilling, Tripping,
& Running Casing" and the "Station Bill during Well Control Operations"
The Choke Manifold is lined up to take returns through the "Mud Gas Separator"
The valve downstream of the hydraulic choke is in the closed position during drilling operations.
Gain in Pits.
Pick up the drill string and position a tool joint at the pre-determined shut-in position.
Check the well for flow. Use trip tank if in doubt about the well flowing.
3. Observe the well for flow. If there is any question as to whether the well is flowing, it should be shut-in and checked.
Shut-In Procedure - Tripping
Whenever flow is detected, the Driller is to shut-in the well on his own initiative, without any further approval, in the
following manner:
1. Shut down the trip tank pump.
2. Open the remote choke valve in the choke line.
3. Close the annular preventer around the drill pipe or drill collars.
4. Install and make up inside BOP on top of the safety valve.
5. Open the drill pipe safety valve.
6. Notify Operations Supervisor and contractor toolpusher as soon as practical.
7. Record shut-in casing pressure. Record trip tank and/or pit gain. Check accumulator pressures. Check accumulator
pressures. Check BOP system components and choke manifold for correct position. Check for leaks and/or flow.
8. Adjust the annular closing pressure and reciprocate drill pipe to prevent pipe from sticking.
Note: If the casing has pressure and/or the well will flow through the drill pipe, it will be necessary to strip the
drill pipe back to bottom before circulating out the influx. See Stripping Guidelines and Procedure for
additional information.
Shut-In Procedure (Drill Collars across BOP stack)
1. Install a crossover and make up a safety valve if drill collars are above the rotary table.
2. Initiate shutting-in the well using the same procedures as for drill pipe.
3. Increase annular closing pressure if necessary to obtain a seal around spiral drill collars or spiral HeviWate drill pipe.
Shut-In Procedure (Drill String Out Of Hole)
1. Close the blind rams if the well begins to flow while the drill string is out of the hole.
2. Open choke line valves on first outlet below the blind rams. Monitoring will not be possible through the choke line
on BOP stack configurations where the blind ram is located below the choke and kill line. This would require
monitoring pressure through the annulus valves.
3. Record shut-in casing pressure and gain in trip tank.
4. Notify Operation Supervisor and Contractor toolpusher.
5. Prepare to strip into the hole using the annular. See Stripping Guidelines and Procedures.
Flowcheck Procedure - Running Casing
1. Check the well for flow should one of the following occur at anytime during casing running operations:
Annulus flowing.
The annular closing pressure should have been adjusted for the larger OD pipe prior to starting to run casing.
Drillers Method - Circulate out the influx using the original weight fluid, then circulate kill weight fluid around.
The major advantages of this method are relative speed and simplicity. However, this method will result in a
higher maximum surface pressure. If insufficient barite is on hand to weight up the fluid, this method should
generally be used rather than suspending operations until barite becomes available.
Weight and Wait Method - Circulate out the influx in one circulation using a balanced fluid weight. This
method generally results in the lowest surface pressure and minimizes the time lost by returning to normal
drilling operations as soon as possible if a sufficient volume of heavier fluid is available on the Drilling rig and
ready to pump. In some instances, the time necessary to weight up the fluid can be excessive.
2. Mixing rate capabilities of the drilling rig are to be considered. Generally, incremental mud weight increases should
be 1.0 ppg or less.
3. The final kill weight fluid is to have a minimum trip margin of about 200 psi depending on the well. Higher trip
margins may be necessary for wells with swabbing problems, etc.
Circulating Rate Selection:
1. The circulating rates for the well kill operations are to be selected after consulting the Operations Superintendent,
when practical. A pump rate in the 1 to 3 BPM range should typically be used for circulating out an influx. The
advantages of such a low pump rate are:
Allows More Time for the Choke Operator to Adjust the Choke.
2. Factors such as formation integrity at the casing shoe and rig well control equipment (e.g., limitations of the mud
gas separator) are to be considered when selecting a circulating rate.
3. The pump rate should be reduced, if necessary, when gas reaches the surface to prevent loss of the liquid leg in the
mud gas separator.
4. When necessary to change circulating rates, the well is to be shut-in and a new friction pressure determined.
Constant Bottom Hole Pressure Method
Well Kill Procedure
The objective of circulating out influxes is to maintain a constant bottom-hole pressure sufficient to prevent further
influxes while minimizing lost circulation at the casing shoe. Following are steps to achieve this goal.
1. With hydraulic choke closed, open the valve downstream of the choke to allow returns to be taken from the choke
line through the choke manifold and into the Mud Gas Separator.
2. Bring the pump up to speed slowly to the planned circulation rate. Use the hydraulic choke to hold a constant casing
pressure on the annulus equal to the original shut-in pressure on the casing plus a 25 to 50 psi safety margin.
3. Read and record drill pipe pressure after the pump reaches the desired constant speed and after casing pressure
stabilizes to the desired value.
Note: The drill pipe pressure at this point is the pressure necessary to maintain a constant bottom-hole pressure
when circulating at that particular pump speed only. The difference between the initial shut-in pressure
on the drill pipe and the pumping pressure on the drill pipe is the friction pressure necessary to circulate
drilling fluid at that particular pump speed only.
4. Maintain the desired drill pipe pressure at the constant pump rate while circulating out the influx by manipulating the
hydraulic choke taking returns from the annulus.
Changes in pressure due to choke manipulation require approximately 2 seconds per 1000' of drill string to
register on the stand pipe gauge; however, this lag in response time can be longer if a large gas kick is
present.
If original mud weight is used, the drill pipe pressure will be held constant at its reaches the bit.
Be prepared at all times to divert the flow overboard or to the flare as the poor-boy degasser may not be able
to safely handle 100% gas.
5. Circulate using the desired fluid weight increments until kill weight mud is circulated around and it is verified that
the well is dead. Use caution at all times since additional influxes could enter the wellbore.
Stripping Operations
This section is applicable after making the decision to strip in the hole in order to perform a kill operation during a well
control incident.
Stripping Preparation Guidelines:
1. A pre-job meeting is to be conducted with members of the stripping team.
2. Job assignments are to be reviewed and responsibilities designated with each individual on the stripping team.
3. The stripping procedure is to be reviewed and calculations are to be performed for the capacity and displacement of
the drill string for the stripping operations.
4. Ensure that an easy-to-read and accurate pressure gauge is installed on the choke manifold.
5. Ensure that a visual communication system between the person operating the choke and the person monitoring the
trip tank has been established.
6. Ensure that everything is ready to take returns from the choke manifold through the mud gas separator and into the
trip tank. Do not bleed returns into cementing displacement tanks.
General Stripping Guidelines:
1. Only strip in the hole if the buoyed weight of the drill string is greater than the upward force from the wellbore when
the drill string is across the BOP stack.
2. Utilize lubrication techniques if the buoyed weight of the drill string is less than the upward force from the wellbore.
3. Monitor well bore pressures and control the surface pressures using the bubble migration technique/procedures while
rigging up to strip in the hole.
4. Install a non-ported float valve in the bit sub if the drill string is completely out of the hole.
5. Make up additional drill collars, if necessary, for weight to strip in the hole.
6. Install an inside BOP between any drill collars and the drill pipe or above the bit sub if not using drill collars.
Note:
It is only possible to run wireline tools down to the top of the inside BOP.
7. If out of the hole, trip in the hole and position the bit between the annular BOP and the closed blind rams.
8. Bullhead a higher weight drilling fluid down the choke and kill lines to lower the shut-in casing pressure and reduce
the upward force from the wellbore if necessary.
9. Close the annular preventer and pressure up the drill string with the cementing unit to the equivalent casing pressure.
Ensure the drill pipe safety valve is opened prior to stripping in the hole.
15. Always use the safety valve on the rig floor and not the top drive when shutting in the well on a trip. After
installation of the safety valve, ensure that a backup valve is on the rig floor before stripping operations begin.
Stripping Procedure:
1. Record the shut in casing pressure.
2. Install the inside BOP and open the safety valve.
Note:
3. Fill the drill pipe with a gel pill above the inside BOP to prevent trash in the drill string from plugging the valve.
4. Make up a stand of drill pipe and slowly trip in the hole.
5. Apply pipe dope to each tool joint body to ease passage through the annular preventer.
6. Use minimum closing pressure on the annular preventer during the stripping operation.
7. Monitor the flow line for any leakage from the annular preventer while stripping in the hole.
Note: Some leakage from the annular preventer is desirable to increase lubrication between the annular rubber and
the drill pipe.
8. Read and record the casing pressure before starting to lower each stand of drill pipe.
9. Slowly bleed returns from the wellbore using the hand adjustable choke in order to maintain the following,
whichever occurs first:
A returns volume which is equal to the capacity and displacement of the pipe being stripped into the hole, OR:
A casing pressure which is equal to the pressure recorded prior to stripping the stand in the hole, OR:
10. When gas reaches the surface, maintain the casing pressure constant and continue to strip into the hole until the bit is
back on bottom.
11. Kill the well using the Constant Bottom Hole Method.
Note: It may not be necessary to increase the weight of the drilling fluid to kill the well if the influx to due to
swabbing unless the trip margin is insufficient for safe tripping.
Well Control for Wireline Operations
Procedures and requirements for additional equipment for well control during wireline operations are usually generated
by the affiliate drilling team, unless local regulatory specifications are in effect.
In many cases the well is completely stable with the mud weight in use at the time logging operations occur and no
lubricator system is required. Since the annular preventer may not totally close off the wellbore with wireline in the
hole, wirecutters should be available to cut the wire, if required. Each operational team should plan for this possibility,
including securing the surface cut section of wire, if possible, to prevent wire run away after the cut.
Lubricator systems should be considered where well flows might occur during the logging runs. Areas with open
productive zones (particularly high-pressure gas wells), environmentally sensitive areas, and areas with significant H2S
concentrations could be considered for the use of lubricators, that can cover the entire logging tool string. The
lubricator is usually made up to a pump-in sub and riser assembly that is anchored across a closed element of the
annular preventer or flanged to the top of the annular preventer. If the well starts to flow while the logging tool is in
the hole, the tool string is pulled into the lubricator and the blind rams are shut to isolate the wellbore. Pressure is then
bled off the lubricator and wireline equipment safely rigged down.
Barite Plugs
In most cases, the goal of using a barite slurry is to kill the well using a hydrostatic pressure greater than the formation
pressure.
The following three characteristics of barite plugs are the result of an analysis of industry experience and laboratory
studies:
1. High density and good pump ability are the most important parameters to consider when designing a heavy kill
slurry.
2. The settling of barite from a barite plug is a slow process that is usually of little value in most well control incidents.
3. Lignosulfonate is the best deflocculant to use when designing the slurry for barite to settle.
Barite Plug Preparation Guidelines:
1. Plan in advance for use of a barite plug as part of the drilling operation.
2. Ensure that the necessary materials are available during the planning phase to help minimize confusion during the
plug setting operation.
3. Ensure that each cementing operator is familiar with the problems of mixing and pumping a barite plug.
4. Design a tentative plan for mixing, pumping, and displacement of the barite slurry.
5. Utilize drilling Contractor personnel's expertise during the planning phase as necessary.
6. Ensure that there is a removable crossover line in place to ship barite from the bulk tanks to the cement unit if
plugging occurs.
7. Ensure that a barite deliverability test to the cementing unit is performed prior to attempting to set a barite plug.
Barite Plug Mixing Guidelines:
1. Use either the "Settling Recipe" or "Non-Settling Recipe" shown below when mixing a barite plug.
SETTLING RECIPE
1
2
bbl
Water
(fresh
or
seawater)
Lignosulfonate
lb.
Caustic; pH = 10.5 - 11.5
15
lb.
15
lb.
NON-SETTLING RECIPE
1
bbl
Water
(fresh
or
seawater)
Lignosulfonate
2 lb.
Caustic; pH = 10.5 - 11.5
1 lb.
XC Polymer
As requiredDefoamer
These recipes are for one barrel of mix water.
2. A chiksan swivel is to be installed on the drill pipe safety valve and sufficient chiksans are to be rigged up to reach
the cementing manifold. Do not pump through a kelly or top drive system (TDS) when using the "Settling Recipe"
for a barite plug.
3. A bypass line is to be installed in order to discard the initial barite slurry.
4. All connections are to be pressure tested from the mixing pump to the drill pipe safety valve.
5. The manifold valves are to be lined up as necessary in order to use the rig pumps for displacement of the plug in case
the cementing pump fails or the line plugs.
It is necessary to keep the barite plug moving at all times while in the drill pipe to prevent plugging.
6. The valves on the cementing unit fill up line are to be tested for leaks and to ensure they function properly.
7. Ensure that a pressurized mud balance is used to weigh the slurry.
8. The safety valve on the drill pipe is to be closed and the bypass line opened in order to discard the barite slurry, until
obtaining the correct weight.
9. Begin mixing and pumping the barite slurry to the bypass line.
10. Close the bypass line and open the safety valve after measuring the correct slurry weight at the bypass line.
11. Zero the barrel counter and continue mixing the slurry using the cementing unit and cement displacement tanks.
12. Displace the barite plug without shutting down.
Note: Actual displacement volume depends on whether it is possible to pull out of the plug or if the pipe is stuck.
13. Displace the barite slurry at a rate fast enough to get pumping pressure at the stand pipe. The heavier barite in the
drill pipe will tend to fall, and it is desirable to keep up with it by pumping at a fast enough rate to produce pump
pressure at the stand pipe.
14. Pull the drill pipe out of the barite plug after the barite plug is in place. The chance of successfully pulling out of a
barite plug using the "Settling Recipe" is small.
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Untuk: ExxonMobil Drilling Karyawan
Manual tertutup adalah Edisi Pertama kami
EMDC Drilling Standar Operasi Manual untuk
Jack-Up / Landasan / Barge Drilling. Panduan
ini menggantikan Transisi Versi 1 pengguna
tanggal Oktober 1999. Banyak perubahan dan
upgrade telah dilakukan untuk panduan ini
didasarkan pada komentar dari Tim Bor dan
Pengeboran Grup Dukungan. Pengantar
manual menjelaskan bagaimana pengguna
akan digunakan dalam operasi kami.
Singkatnya, manual:
KATA PENGANTAR
ExxonMobil Development Company, Operasi
Standar Manual untuk Jack-Up / Landasan / Barge
Pengeboran telah disiapkan untuk memberikan
pedoman untuk melakukan operasi pengeboran
menggunakan jack-up, platform yang dan rig
CREDO
SAFETY
Kami, Manajemen dan
Karyawan ExxonMobil
Development Company:
1. INFORMASI UMUM
3. Organisasi 2
4. Laporan EMDC 3
6. Pohon Natal Peralatan 14
5. Laporan Kontraktor Pengeboran 6
7. Unit Mud Logging 15
6. Layanan Pihak Ketiga Kontraktor
Laporan 9
7. OPERASI UMUM
8. Administrasi kontrak 1
9. Prespud Rapat 2
10. Keamanan 3
11. Tanggung Jawab EMDC Drilling
Operations Personil 3
12. Personil Kontraktor pengeboran
Tanggung Jawab 8
13. Layanan Pihak Ketiga Kontraktor Orang
Tanggung Jawab nel 9
14. Operasi Khusus Kewaspadaan 14
1. Operasi helikopter 14
2. Operasi tambat kapal 14
6. Transfer kargo 8
1. Kewaspadaan 9
2. Batas cuaca 9
4. Lifting Operasi 10
3.7.10 Aspek Kepala Drills 37
5. Pedoman Rigging 11
3,8 Kapal Collision Avoidance 37
6. Peralatan Pemeliharaan 15
3.6 Transportasi & Personalia Transfer 20
1. Cargo Transport 20
2. Operasi helikopter 21
3. Personil Transportasi-Helicopter
22
4. Personil Transportasi-Pasokan atau
Stand-By Boat 24
3,7 Kelautan Pelatihan 24
3.7.1 Umum 24
3.7.2 Pelaporan & Bor Frekuensi 25
3.8.1 Deteksi 38
3.8.2 Radar Perhiasan Prosedur 38
Lampiran GI SIMOPs Checklist Memo
Lampiran G-II SIMOPs Deviasi Formulir
Lampiran G-III Studi Pile Interaksi
dengan Jack-Up Rig Operasi Lampiran
G-IV Pra-Startup Inspeksi untuk Baru
Armada jackup Rig Pengeboran
34
GI Lampiran Fluid Transfer Checklist
Lampiran G-II NAF / Minyak Pangkalan
Checklist Mud Kesiapan
7.0 DETEKSI TEKANAN NORMAL DI klastik
7.1 Latar Belakang Indikator 1 7.2 Tekanan
Sementara Pengeboran 2 7.3 Abnormal Tekanan
Deteksi Tim Tanggung Jawab 10 7.4 Mud
Logging 11 7.5 Pedoman Operasional 15
10,6 Referensi 7
Lampiran GI Exxonmobil Pedoman
Pengujian Semen
12.6 Keselamatan 5
9
5 dari 5
1.2 Organisasi 2
12.13 Hidrasi 12
2.3 Keamanan 3
2,4 EMDC Drilling Operations Personil
Tanggung Jawab 3
14
3.5.1 Pencegahan 9
2.7.6 Pohon Natal Peralatan 14
3.5.2 Cuaca Batas 9
2.7.7 Mud Logging Unit 15
Formulir Penilaian Risiko Lampiran GI EMDCDO
3.7.1 Umum 24
3.7.2 Pelaporan & Bor Frekuensi 25
3.7.3 Proses Bor Kelautan 26
3.7.4 Api Drills 27
3.7.5 Api Bor-Contoh 29
3.7.6 Abaikan Rig latihan 30
3.7.7 Abaikan Rig Bor-Contoh 33
3.7.8 Man Overboard Bor 34
3.7.9 Khusus Drills 35
3.7.10 Aspek Kepala Drills 37
3,8 Kapal Collision Avoidance 37
3.8.1 Deteksi 38
8.1 Umum 1
6.1 Umum 1
34
GI Lampiran Fluid Transfer Checklist
10.1 Umum 1
12.6 Keselamatan 5
9
5 dari 5
INFORMASI UMUM
1.0 INFORMASI UMUM
1.2 Organisasi 2
12.13 Hidrasi 12
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL-JACK-UP / PLATFORM / barage
RIG DRILLING
PERTAMA EDITION-Mei 2003
Pengeboran Insinyur
Manager, Drilling
Procurement Manager
Operasi Inspektur
Engineering Manager
Operasi Pengawas
Mengawasi Insinyur
Sebuah laporan yang lebih baik akan terjadi jika masingmasing Operasi Pengawas menulis ringkasan operasi
untuk nya / tur nya.
Tangan-Over Catatan
Catatan serah akan disiapkan oleh Operasi
Pengawas (ketika bekerja pada jadwal rotasi) dan
Operasi Pengawas sebelum perubahan kru masingmasing. Tujuan dari catatan ini adalah untuk
mendokumentasikan semua situasi dan / atau
kegiatan yang akan membutuhkan tindak lanjut oleh
personil menghilangkan, serta untuk mengatasi
peristiwa operasional yang signifikan yang terjadi
selama halangan.
Material Transfer / Cargo Manifest
Sebuah manifest transfer material / kargo harus siap
untuk semua pengiriman bahan ke dan dari rig
pengeboran. Memanifestasikan harus disiapkan oleh
Basis Manajer / Bahan Koordinator untuk semua
Penyemenan Bagan
Sebuah grafik perekam penyemenan (tekanan vs
waktu) akan disiapkan untuk semua operasi, seperti
casing cementing, pengujian tekanan peralatan, PIT,
dll grafik akan dijelaskan dengan semua peristiwa
yang signifikan seperti spacer memompa, memompa
memimpin dan ekor semen, menabrak steker, dll
(seperti yang dipersyaratkan oleh afiliasi lokal
dan badan pengatur).
Grafik akan diberikan kepada Pengawas
Operasional untuk meneruskan ke Operasi Inspektur
dan Pengeboran Insinyur ketika diminta atau
dipertahankan seperti yang dipersyaratkan oleh
peraturan daerah.
Harian Pengeboran Cairan Laporan
The Pengeboran Cairan Insinyur akan menyiapkan
Harian Pengeboran Cairan Laporkan sesuai dengan
pedoman yang ditetapkan dalam Bagian 6 dari
manual ini. Kecuali ditentukan lain oleh Pengawas
Operasional, minimal dua lengkap "Di" dan "Out"
cek dari cairan pengeboran harus dilakukan setiap
hari selama operasi pengeboran.
OPERASI UMUM
Operasi Pengawas
1. Menjadi akrab dengan setiap kontrak yang
diperlukan untuk melakukan operasi pengeboran dan
mematuhi ketentuan dalam kontrak.
2. Memastikan bahwa semua peralatan pada Rig
Pengeboran sesuai dengan ketentuan kontrak.
3. Pastikan bahwa wakil dari masing-masing
perusahaan layanan melengkapi tiket pelayanan
sesuai dengan ketentuan kontrak.
4. Melakukan safety / operasional ("prespud")
pertemuan sebelum start-up dari operasi pengeboran
dengan manajemen yang tepat dari Kontraktor
Pengeboran dan kontraktor layanan pihak ketiga
penting lainnya. Lihat Drilling Program Manajemen
Keselamatan untuk pedoman pertemuan
5. Mendokumentasikan pertemuan keamanan di DRS
dan menyimpan daftar kehadiran dan materi
presentasi dalam file bidang baik. Catatan masalah
khusus ditangani dan / atau dibahas dalam
pertemuan ini dalam memo kepada Operasi
Inspektur.
Tanggung Jawab kritis Layanan Kontraktor
Keselamatan
Perencanaan pekerjaan
Komunikasi
2. Mengawasi Operasi:
5. Kontraktor Pengawasan:
Catatan: Semua persyaratan worded dengan
"akan", "akan", atau "harus", akan
disetujui oleh Bidang Pengeboran Manajer
sebelum pengecualian.
Siapkan Pengeboran,
Penyelesaian, dan Program
Pengujian Produksi dan Tata
berdasarkan semua tersedia
informasi geologi dan
pengeboran dari dekat
diimbangi sumur di daerah.
Pengeboran ini dan Program
Evaluasi harus mencakup
teknologi terbaik yang
tersedia untuk operasi
pengeboran.
Siapkan Rencana
Pembangunan Situs
mempertimbangkan kendala
permukaan seperti penduduk
lokal, logistik, dampak
lingkungan, survei arkeologi,
menyapu bawah, dan rig
positioning.
Program Keselamatan
Bentuk EPI
1. Operasi helikopter
Memberikan kargo akurat dan berat
memanifestasikan untuk semua
transportasi helikopter.
INFORMASI UMUM
BAGIAN 2 - GI LAMPIRAN
MEMORANDUM
ELEMEN
PENILAIAN
RISIKO 2
KEGAGALAN EVENT
SKENARIO LIST - DASAR
CASE
Deskripsi
Tong
kang
Ta
na
h
Pero
n
x
Jack-up **
x
Insiden pekerja di rig.
Orang ke laut.
Diver insiden.
TAMBAHAN
SKENARIO
KEGAGALAN
EVENT
KHUSUS UNTUK ENSCO 99 dan R-22
ST # 1 "Sandberg" DRILL BAIK
Deskripsi
Tong
kang
Ta
na
h
SEB
UAH
A
k
u
II
A
K
U
A
K
U
A
K
U
Unexpected
ditemukan
ketika
pengeboran
lubang
permukaan
tanpa
konduktor.
KONSEKUE
NSI:
KESEHATAN
DAN
KEAMANAN
Aku
GANGGUAN
PUBLIK
AKU AKU AKU
IV
Hipotetis KEGAGALAN
EVENT SKENARIO:
Masalah Gas dangkal yang tidak
direncanakan selama Konduktorkurang Drilling
DAMPAK LINGKUNGAN
II
Kecelakaan / Kecelakaan
I
I
A
K
U
A
K
U
KONSEKUENSI:
P
,
E
,
F
GANGGUAN
PUBLIK
LINGK
AN
DAM
AKU AKU
AKU
A
K
U
I
V
KESEHATAN
DAN
KEAMANAN
IV
IV
RISIKO
LEMBAR
KERJA # 2
Hipotetis KEGAGALAN EVENT SKENARIO:
Minyak Berbasis Drilling Fluid Tumpahan
S
E
B
U
A
H
A
k
u
I
V
KONSEKUENSI:
KESEHATAN
DAN
KEAMANAN
IV
E
,
I
I
A
K
U
E
,
F
A
K
U
A
K
U
GANGGUAN
PUBLIK
III (a)
LINGK
DAM
II (b),
A
k
u
I
I
A
K
U
A
K
U
A
K
U
E
,
F
E
,
I
V
F
,
P
KONSEKUENSI:
KESEHATAN
DAN
KEAMANAN
I, II, III
B
U
A
H
A
k
u
I
I
KONSEKUENSI:
A
K
U
A
K
U
KESEHATAN
DAN
KEAMANAN
Aku
P
E
A
K
U
I
V
LINGK
GANGGUAN PUBLIK IMPACT
III (a) III
INFORMASI UMUM
digu
nak
an
kem
bali
di
nonbeb
BOPE PENGECUALIAN
an
bant
alan
API
Bidang / Prospek: Kedalaman: Engr. Supv. County,
Jeni
s 6B
flen
sa
den
gan
Typ
Bidang Drlg. Mgr.
eR
alur
dasa
r
b.
Ren
dah
baja
karb
on
Typ
eR
cinc
in
pen
ggu
naa
n
gask
et
dan
bole
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data
r.
(Fla
nge
baut
pen
geta
tan
pem
erik
saan
dipe
rluk
an,
BO
P
WP
d.
Han
ya
300
satu
katu
psi).
p
kelu
c.
Gas
aran
ket
yan
cinc
in
dipe
baja
rluk
karb
an
on
pad
rend
ah
setia
dipe
rbol
bagi
ehk
an
an
kep
dala
ala
sum
gas
ur
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(Xm
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(BO
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at
Total pelampauan
DRILLING OPERASI manual-JACK-UP / PLATFORM / TONGKANG RIG
PENGEBORAN 1 dari 1
Tumpahan minyak *> 1 bbl. No. untuk landVol. mendarat bbls. Tidak untuk waterVol.
untuk waterbbls.
INFORMASI UMUM
BAGIAN 2 - LAMPIRAN G-IV
ExxonMobil Pengembangan Perusahaan
Kimia Tumpahan *> 100 kg. No. untuk landVol. untuk landkgs. Tidak untuk waterVol. untuk
waterkgs.
[Vol. (Gal.) * Khusus Gravity ( 8,3. / 1 gal) * (1kg / 2.2 lbs.)] = Massa (kg)
* Silakan kirim semua tumpahan atau terlampaui laporan ke Drilling Koordinator Lingkungan fax 281-4234337
Data sampah
Pengeboran Cairan Jenis: SW, FW, NAF (OBM / SBM / LAINNYA)
Stek bor (Hanya lengkap untuk bor pemotongan dengan NAF dibuang ke laut)
Termasuk menyelesaikan rekaman dalam Final Nah Laporan dan mengirimkan salinan ke Koordinator EMDC Drilling
Lingkungan.
NAF Bor Stek dibuang di Vol laut. bbls. % NAF pada Stek
MARINE OPERASI
Gunakan pengukur volume yang lubang
1. MARINE OPERASI
Net
Generat
ed
Ekste
rnal
Daur
Ulan
g
(lbs.)
(lbs.)
Berk
elanj
utan
(lbs.)
Perio
dik
(lbs.)
5. Kargo Transfer 8
1. Kewaspadaan 9
2. Batas cuaca 9
4. Lifting Operasi 10
9. Khusus Drills 35
5. Pedoman Rigging 11
6. Peralatan
Pemeliharaan 15
3.6 Transportasi & Personalia Transfer 20
1. Cargo Transport 20
2. Operasi helikopter 21
3. Personil TransportasiHelicopter 22
4. Personil TransportasiPasokan atau Stand-By
Boat 24
3,7 Kelautan Pelatihan 24
1. Umum 24
2. Pelaporan & Bor Frekuensi 25
3. Proses Bor laut 26
4. Api Drills 27
PERTAMA EDITION - MAY 2003
5. Api Bor-Contoh 29
6. Abaikan Rig latihan 30
Magnetometer
Sebuah Memo SIMOPs Checklist (Bagian 3 Lampiran GI) dan review antara EMDC sesuai
Drilling Op. Supt. dan EMPC Op Supt harus
diselesaikan sebelum mobilisasi JUR untuk setiap
program pengeboran JUR / Produksi.
Jika keputusan dibuat untuk membuat
penyimpangan dari pedoman yang
ditetapkan dalam manual SIMOPs, ini
dapat dicapai dengan routing deviasi
SIMOPs untuk disetujui oleh Production.
Sebuah formulir kosong dilampirkan
sebagai Bagian 3 -Appendix G-II.
Peraturan Pemerintah
Tow winch
Peraturan Pemerintah
Peraturan Pemerintah
Cuaca diharapkan
Judul pengeboran rig akan ditentukan dalam MoveDalam program pengeboran Prosedur Rig-Up atau
prosedur tambahan tersebut. Ini umumnya akan
ditentukan oleh kantilever / rotary aksesibilitas tabel
slot juga konduktor yang diinginkan pada platform
produksi dan arah angin menonjol dan kekuatan
gelombang untuk lokasi yang diusulkan dan waktu
tahun. Insinyur akan menentukan beban kantilever
maksimum yang akan tersedia dalam posisi skiddeddi Rig-Up Prosedur Move-in dan mengkonfirmasi
bahwa ini akan memenuhi beban desain juga
maksimal baik sebelum dan sesudah posisi JUR
akhir. Dalam program pengeboran multi-baik,
hookloads untuk semua sumur dan posisi harus
diterima. Faktor-faktor seperti posisi crane,
workboat logistik, dll juga dapat mempengaruhi pos
diprogram rig.
Catatan: Jangkar tidak akan digunakan untuk
menahan Jack-Up tongkang di lokasi
sebelum menjepit kaki. Setiap
penggunaan jangkar akan memerlukan
penggunaan prosedur rinci dan akan
memerlukan pengecualian untuk standar
(persetujuan Bidang Pengeboran
Manager).
3.4 PRE-LOADING (JACK-UP ONLY)
Sebelum penetrasi kaki dari dasar laut (menjepit),
pemeriksaan dasar laut dapat dilakukan untuk
memastikan bahwa jaringan pipa, bangkai kapal,
persenjataan menghabiskan, dan sampah lainnya
tidak hadir. Pemeriksaan ini dapat dimasukkan
dalam survei situs jika ada yang dilakukan.
Sertif
ikasi /
Pedo
man
Kom
unika
iki
si
JackUp
Kontr
aktor
adala
h
memil
dan
memb
erikan
:
1. Sertifikasi Pihak Ketiga untuk semua crane Jack-Up
sesuai dengan API RP 2D.
2. Dokumen sertifikasi untuk semua Jack-Up operator
crane.
Signaling metode.
Signaling metode.
Pedoman Lifting
5.0
3,5
Personil keranjang
10,0
Rocal Rd 105
TABLE NO. 1
KAWAT TALI SLING BEBAN KERJA AMAN
Galvanis, BS 6166: 1981 Cara Uniform Load / penambahan
Imp. Membajak Baja (180 kgf / mm2)
38 (1-1 / 2 ")
18,5 MT
19,4 MT
25,9 MT
38,8 MT
51 (2 ")
34,8 MT
36,5 MT
48,7 MT
73.1 MT
TABLE NO. 2
Tali Dia.
SingleLeg
Dua Kaki
Max.
Angkat Angle = 60 Deg
Dua Kaki
Ganda
Choker
mm (in)
Halanga
n
9 (3/8 ")
1.0 MT
1.1 MT
Rantai Dia
1.4 MT
13 (1/2 ")
2.1 MT
2.2 MT
2,9 MT
mm (in)
16 (5/8 ")
3.3 MT
3.4 MT
4.6 MT
6 (1/4 ")
6.4 MT
8 (5/16 ")
8,7 MT
10 (3/8 ")
12,0 MT
13 (1/2 ")
14,0 MT
16 (5/8 ")
18.3 MT
19 (3/4 ")
4.6 MT
4.8 MT
22 (7/8 ")
6.2 MT
6.5 MT
26 (1 ")
8.6 MT
9.0 MT
28 (1-1 / 8 ")
32 (1-1 / 4 ")
10,0 MT
13,1 MT
10,5 MT
13,7 MT
Single-Leg
Halanga
n
Dua Kaki
Ganda
Choker
Dua Kaki
Halang
an
EmpatLeg
Halang
an
1,5 MT
1.6 MT
2.1 MT
3.1 MT
2.0 MT
2.1 MT
2.8 MT
4.2 MT
3.2 MT
3.3 MT
4.4 MT
6.7 MT
5.4 MT
5.6 MT
7.5 MT
11,3 MT
8.0 MT
8.4 MT
11.2 MT
16,8 MT
19 (3/4 ")
12,5 MT
13,1 MT
13,3 MT
15.2 MT
22 (7/8 ")
16,0 MT
16,8 MT
18.1 MT
24,0 MT
26 (1 ")
20,0 MT
21.0 MT
23,6 MT
34,5 MT
32 (1-1 / 4
")
32,0 MT
33,6 MT
44,8 MT
51 mm (2 ")
36,9 MT
47,2 MT
57 mm (2-1 / 4 ")
45.1 MT
64 mm (2-1 / 2 ")
55,7 MT
70 mm (2-3 / 4 ")
67,4 MT
TABLE
NO. 3
BEBAN
MASTER
LINK
AMAN
KERJA
TABLE
NO. 4
PEMAS
ANGAN
KAWAT
TALI
KLIP
Tunggal Guru
Tautan
Saham Diameter
Wire Rope
Minimum
Nomor
Klip
Tali Hidupkan
kembali
Momen
13 mm (1/2 ")
1,8 MT
Diameter
Dari Thimble
16 mm (5/8 ")
2,5 MT
6 mm (1/4 ")
121 mm
19 mm (3/4 ")
3.9 MT
9 mm (3/8 ")
165 mm
26 mm (1 ")
9.2 MT
13 mm (1/2 ")
292 mm
16 mm (5/8 ")
305 mm
19 mm (3/4 ")
457 mm
22 mm (7/8 ")
483 mm
25 mm (1 ")
660 mm
29 mm (1-1 / 8
")
864 mm
32 mm (1-1 / 4
")
940 mm
38 mm (1-1 / 2
")
1219 mm
51 mm (2 ")
1803 mm
Deskripsi Barang
Nama penumpang
Perusahaan Afiliasi
MERAKIT
MENGUSU
T
LOKASI:
TERLUKA:
PENEKANA
N:
KEBAKARA
N
SKENARIO:
Beritahu Orang Dalam Mengisi (PIC) dari siapa pun hilang dar
roll.
PERILAKU
ALARM
SUARA
Alarm suara
Mengumumkan Bor lokasi -Fire.
RESCUE
memadamkan api.
Memadamkan Api.
Kritik
DISKUSI
LAPORAN
LOKASI:
TERLUKA:
Nomor 0 LOKASI:
KERUSAK
AN:
PENEKANA
N:
SITUASI:
PERILAKU
CRITIOUE
ALARM
SUARA
MERAKIT
PERAHU
LAUNCH
(Simulasikan)
PERAHU
LAUNCH
(Aktual)
Suara Alarm.
Mengumumkan maju perahu tidak beroperasi.
DISKUSI
Periksa Komunikasi. Sebut dasar pantai / perahu.
LAPORAN
Dewan Life Boat pergeseran fwd awak ke rakit.
Gulung menelepon.
Mulai mesin.
Penyelamatan Operasi
-Rescue Tim berlatih mankapal bor atau penyelamatan
atau korban kebakaran.
Ruang tertutup
Akses terbatas
Kombinasi di atas
Personil terluka
Bernapas Peralatan
Usungan
Api selang
Radio
2. Operator radar berkualitas dan terlatih untuk lakilaki stasiun radar 24 jam per hari dan akan hilang
dengan personil kelautan yang memenuhi syarat
setidaknya setiap 3 jam untuk istirahat.
3. Pengaturan satuan radar harus dipelihara sebagai
berikut:
Prosedur peringatan
1. Kapal dalam rentang radar 12 mil laut utama akan
ditandai dengan "EBL" oleh Penyelenggara Radar
yang akan melacak pos kapal dan menentukan judul
saja.
2. Kapal mencapai kisaran 5 NM akan dihubungi oleh
Penyelenggara Radar:
Beritahu OIM.
Abaikan rig.
Operasi Pengawas
BAGIAN 3 - GI LAMPIRAN
MEMORANDUM
LATAR BELAKANG
The
jack-up rig
pengeboran dijadwalkan mulai beroperasi pada ""
Platform tentang
.
Pada
, Pertemuan SIMOPS
diadakan untuk mengevaluasi risiko yang terlibat
dengan simultan pengeboran dan produksi operasi
di platform. Berikut ini adalah ringkasan dari
tinjauan dari SIMOPS Pindah-In / Rig-Up Checklist
untuk Jack-Up Rig Pengeboran.
Di dalam drive
Pipa
Konduktor dalam
Permukaan dalam
Bidang Supts:
atau
&
, x-
The
akan PIC. Drilling dan Lapangan Pengawas akan
bekerja sama untuk mengkoordinasikan mengikat rig
dan platform ESD sistem bersama-sama,
memanfaatkan I & E Teknisi, per SIMOP itu
Manual.
MARINE OPERASI
BAGIAN 3 - LAMPIRAN G-II
AS-TIMUR SIMULTAN OPERATIONS
DEVIASI REQUEST
DATE:
LOKASI:
Originator:
FIELD PIC:
JENIS OPERASI:
KEGIATAN JENIS:
PERSYARATAN NO:
IDENTIFIKASI JENIS
KEBUTUHAN: MMS HARUS
harus MASA DEVIASI: DARI
ATAS URAIAN DEVIASI:
PENCEGAHAN KHUSUS DIAMBIL:
PERSETUJUAN DIBUTUHKAN:
FIELD
SUPERINTE
NDENT:
originator OA
ID:
MARINE OPERASI
BAGIAN 3 "LAMPIRAN GIV
PEMERIKSAAN PRA-STARTUP UNTUK
BARU UNTUK ARMADA jackup DRILLING
RIGS
1.0 Tujuan
1.2.1 Penilaian
MARINE OPERASI
1.2.2 Inspeksi
Pemeriksaan jika diperlukan terdiri dari visual dan
NDT dari bidang-bidang berikut: kantilever, crane
tiang, helideck, sistem jacking, struktur jackhouse,
kaleng kentang, dan kaki.
Rencana pemeriksaan untuk pemeriksaan rutin
dapat dikembangkan oleh Bennett & Associates
atau ModuSpec. URC harus dihubungi untuk
rencana pemeriksaan untuk aplikasi jackup tidak
biasa seperti es laut, seismicicty tinggi, kondisi
tanah yang tidak biasa, dll
4.1 Pendahuluan 1
__________________________________________
____________________________________
DRILLING OPERATIOS MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM
barage RIG DRILLING
PERTAMA EDITION - MAY 2003
4.1 PENDAHULUAN
Bagian ini memberikan pedoman untuk melakukan
operasi pengeboran yang aman, efisien, dan ramah
lingkungan. Pedoman ini dapat dimodifikasi
berdasarkan kondisi baik sebenarnya setelah
persetujuan sebagaimana ditentukan dalam OIMS.
Persyaratan khusus untuk masing-masing juga akan
dibahas dalam prosedur pengeboran inti yang
ditunjuk oleh masing-masing tim bor untuk operasi
pengeboran khusus mereka. Untuk rincian tentang
pemasangan berbagai komponen kepala sumur, lihat
manual wellhead produsen operasi.
Menerapkan teknologi pengeboran terbukti operasi
rig efisien adalah penting untuk meminimalkan
biaya pengeboran. Karena setiap lubang bor
berbeda, pengawas pengeboran harus tetap fleksibel
dan melakukan penilaian yang baik dalam meminta
izin untuk melakukan perubahan prosedur yang
telah disetujui. Perencanaan dan desain kriteria luas
telah pergi ke dalam susunan sebuah disetujui
pengeboran prosedur. Jika upgrade diperlukan
karena atau pengetahuan langsung onsite
pembelajaran ini, Menhub (Manajemen Perubahan)
proses harus digunakan (lihat Bagian 4
"Lampiran VII untuk Form MOC disarankan).
Proses ini memastikan bahwa semua anggota tim
bor memiliki kesempatan untuk input dan
menyadari semua perubahan.
Ada sejumlah faktor yang berkontribusi untuk
berpuasa, masalah pengeboran bebas: 1) secara
konsisten mengikuti praktek yang baik, 2) tes
17 114
19 94
Persamaan khusus untuk 5 inci 19 1/2 pipa bor
PPF untuk menghitung penurunan kadar cairan
untuk skenario di atas adalah:
d = L x [18,32 / ((D x D) 6.68)]
di mana: d adalah penurunan lumpur di
annulus, di kaki
L adalah panjang 5
inci pipa bor berjalan
tanpa mengisi, di kaki
D adalah diameter
lubang, dalam inci
Sebuah persamaan umum untuk menghitung
penurunan lumpur untuk ukuran string yang
berbeda yang dijalankan di dalam lubang adalah:
d = (C x L) / (A + C)
di mana: d
a
d
a
l
a
h
p
e
n
u
r
u
n
a
n
l
u
m
p
u
r
d
i
a
n
n
u
l
u
s
d
i
k
a
k
i
C
a
d
a
l
a
h
k
a
p
a
s
i
t
a
s
d
r
i
l
l
s
t
r
i
n
g
d
a
l
a
m
b
b
l
/
k
a
k
i
L adalah panjang drill string
yang berjalan tanpa mengisi
kaki
A adalah kapasitas anulus di
bbl / kaki
Insinyur pengeboran dapat dengan mudah
menghasilkan serangkaian tabel untuk sumur
tertentu dan mengisi jadwal optimal berdasarkan
pada penurunan tekanan downhole diterima yang
akan didasarkan pada perkiraan tekanan pori
sementara pengeboran.
9. Penyelesaian atau plug and Program ditinggalkan
harus dikembangkan sementara hasil pengeboran.
Hal ini memungkinkan peralatan yang akan dibeli
secara tepat waktu dan selesai atau P & A
pertimbangan, seperti casing sendi anjing berjalan
untuk membantu mengendalikan kedalaman
perforasi, yang akan dilaksanakan selama fase
pengeboran.
10. Sebuah float non-porting akan dijalankan ketika
pengeboran melalui casing ditetapkan pada cukup
mendalam untuk memungkinkan sumur untuk
menutup di. Setelah casing yang cukup diatur untuk
memungkinkan baik yang akan ditutup, pelampung
porting akan dijalankan. Modifikasi float pipa bor,
termasuk port, tidak harus dilakukan di rig. Bidang
modifikasi pipa bor mengapung tidak
PEMISAHAN FACTOR
titik mencegat).
Memonitor anulus
terus menerus.
Magnetik Deklinasi
Nama baik
Awal Referensi
Elevation
Azimuth Referensi
Koreksi (True North,
Grid Utara)
BAIK
SERVICE
KATEGORI
Layanan
kritis
Standar
Pelayanan
6 "dan
lebih kecil
6-1 / 4 "dan
lebih besar
1500
150
200
2500
250
300
Umum
Pedoman dalam bagian ini membahas desain,
perawatan, dan cermin majelis lubang bawah untuk
pengeboran operasi untuk memenuhi tujuan-tujuan
berikut:
Prosedur darurat
Pedoman operasi
Pemantauan
Pelatihan peralatan
Lokasi berbahaya
Peraturan
Pertolongan pertama
Pemakai kacamata resep yang ditugaskan ke daerahdaerah di mana respirator wajah penuh mungkin
diperlukan harus disediakan dengan cara
melampirkan lensa resep untuk masker wajah. Unit
Jalan keluar berkerudung memungkinkan untuk
penggunaan kacamata resep selama evakuasi darurat.
H suara 2 S alarm
BIT CLASSFICATION
DAN hidrolika
5.0 BIT KLASIFIKASI DAN hidrolika
5.1 Umum 1
5.2 Bor Bits 1
5.3 IADC Bit Sistem Klasifikasi 3
5.4 IADC Bit Grading System 6
5.5 Menjalankan Prosedur untuk Cutters
Tetap 8
5.6 Hidrolik Program 10
5.7 Pedoman Hidrolik Optimasi 12
5,8 Hidrolik Optimization 17
Referensi
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN
MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM
/ barage RIG DRILLING FIRST
EDITION - MAY, 2003
5.1 UMUM
KARAKTERIST
IK
TYPE
ROCK
Pemotong
TETAP
BITS
Bit Seleksi
GIGI
INSE
RT
1 st & 2 nd
KARAKTER
PD
C
M
(S)
1
M
Liat, Marl,
Gumbo, Red
LEMBUT: Sticky,
kuat tekan rendah
dan drilabilitas
tinggi.
Tempat tidur,
tidak
dikonsolidasi
Pasir & Shales,
Halite
(S)
2
1
M
(S)
3
S
(M)
DIAMO
ND
LEMBUT
UNTUK
MEDIUM:
Kekuatan tekan
rendah interbeded
dengan lapisan
keras.
Dolomit, Rijang
Pasir, Shale,
Anhydrite,
Sandstone lembut
dan lembut
lapisan abrasif.
1
Kapur, shaley
Kuarsa, batu
pasir
Batu kapur
SANGAT
KERAS: Sangat
keras dan kasar.
Shale, Chalk,
Pasir,
MEDIUM: Sulit
dengan kuat tekan
moderat.
Anhidrit, shaley
2
Kapur, batu
kapur lembut
dengan keras
Gurat.
Shale, batulanau,
pasir,
MEDIUM
UNTUK KERAS:
Padat dengan
meningkatnya kuat
tekan tetapi non
atau semi-abrasif.
KERAS: Keras
dan padat dengan
kuat tekan yang
tinggi, beberapa
Kapur,
Anhydrite,
Dolomit,
Calcareous
Sandstone,
Sandstone
dengan Rijang &
Pyrite Gurat
Pasir, batulanau,
Kuarsit, granit,
Konglomerat,
Abrasive
Sandstone &
Limestone.
Konglomerat,
Volkanik seperti
Basalt, Gabbo,
Rholite, Granit.
M7
8
M8
5. - Soft ke Medium
C. = Pusat Jet
D. = Deviasi Kontrol
E. = Diperpanjang Jets (panjang penuh)
A = Ekstra Gage / Perlindungan Tubuh
B = Horizontal / Pengarah Aplikasi
J = Jet Lendutan
L. = Lug Pads
M. = Motor Aplikasi
L = Standar Baja Tooth Model
M = Dua Cone
L = Peningkatan Struktur Cutting
M = Sisipan Tooth Terutama pahat
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2. = Datar Wajah
3. = Profil bit Panjang
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L
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O = Lainnya (TSP)
Nomor pertama: Profil Bit (Gauge Point ke Cone)
O
l
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k
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:
Bergaris 4 5 6
Terbuka Menghadapi 7 8 9
Sebutan alternatif: R = Radial Flow, X = Cross
Flow, O = Lainnya
Jumlah ketiga: Cutter Ukuran dan Densitas
IADC
BIT MEMBOSANKAN KODE GRADING
Besar 1 2 3
CUTTING STRUKTUR
Sedang 4 5 6
ROW
Kecil 7 8 9
INNER
Diresapi 0 0 0
Catatan Definisi Distribusi Ukuran
OUTE
R
ROW
CHAR
LOKA
kusam.
SI
BEARING
SEALS
GAUG
E 1/16
"
KETERANG
CHAR
LAIN.
BITS
INSERT -
Ukuran
linear
hilang,
usang dan /
atau rusak
sisipan. (0-
tidak ada
BITS GIGI STEEL - Ukuran linear struktur pemotongan hilang akibat abrasi atau kerusakan. (0 - tidak ada kerugian dari pemotongan struktur
kerugian,
akibat abrasi atau kerusakan, 8 - kerugian total pemotongan struktur akibat abrasi atau kerusakan.
dikenakan
dan / atau
sisipan
rusak, 8-
semua
sisipan
usang dan /
hilang,
atau rusak.)
(5)
BEARIN
G/
C
O
N
E
* SM - Patah Cone
N - Hidung Row
M - Row Tengah
S
e
b
2
G - Gage Baris
o
A - Semua Rows
n
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,
8semua
kehidup
an
digunak
an,
yaitu,
tidak
BU - mengepalkan Bit
* CC - Cracked Cone
* CD - Cone Menyeret
CI - Cone Interferensi
CR - Cored
ER - Erosi
HC - Panas Pemeriksaan
LN - Hilang Nozzle
JD - Sampah Kerusakan
* LC - Hilang Cone
OC - Off-Pusat Wear
PB - Terjepit Bit
RG - Dibulatkan Gauge
RO - Dikelilingi Out
TR - Pelacakan
WO - Dicuci Out
SS - Self Sharpening Wear
WT - Gigi Worn / Cutters
Tripping DI LUBANG:
Reaming:
MEMBUAT SAMBUNGAN:
DRILLING DEPAN:
F B = (MW) (V N)
(Q)
12.042 (Cd) 2 A 2
1932
(DH) 2 - (DP) 2
Dimana: A = TFA, total luas aliran nosel (di
2)
Sebuah V = Velocity annular (fpm)
Cd = koefisien Nozzle = 1.03
DH = Diameter lubang (di)
DP = Diameter pipa di lubang (di)
Em = efisiensi Teknik pompa lumpur (%)
Ev = efisiensi volumetrik pompa lumpur (%)
FB = hidrolik dampak berlaku pada bit (lbs)
Hidrolika
DRILLING SISTEM
FLUIDA
1. DRILLING SISTEM FLUIDA
1. UMUM
2. Umum 1
3. Padatan Kontrol 1
4. Pengeboran Perawatan Fluid 3
5. Pengeboran Cairan Cek 5
6. Suhu tinggi Pengeboran 6
7. Terjebak Pipa Pills 6
8. Kehilangan Sirkulasi 7
9. Non-berair Fluid Operasi 15
10. Rig-Site Dielektrik Konstan
Pengukuran 33
11. Pengeboran Sistem Fluid Pedoman 34
GI Lampiran Fluid Transfer Checklist
Lampiran G-II NAF / Minyak Pangkalan
Checklist Mud Kesiapan
____________________________________________
__________________________________
Kerugian meliputi:
Pedoman Hidrosiklon
LGS 100
Corong Viskositas
Lime Konten
5. SUHU TINGGI DRILLING
Membangun Integritas
Hilang kembali terjadi ketika tekanan di lubang
sumur melebihi stres menolak di batu. Integritas
ditentukan oleh stres penutupan (psi) di fraktur yang
dibuat. Stres Penutupan dibangun dengan
menerapkan tekanan untuk meningkatkan lebar
fraktur, yang menekan batu sehingga mendorong
kembali dengan kekuatan yang lebih besar. Semakin
besar lebar dicapai, semakin besar peningkatan
integritas. Namun, dalam rangka untuk menerapkan
tekanan yang dibutuhkan untuk kompres batu,
pertama-tama perlu untuk mengisolasi ujung fraktur
yang dinyatakan akan terus tumbuh pada tekanan
yang sangat rendah. LCM konvensional isolat ujung
dengan menjadi massa unpumpable karena
kehilangan cairan carrier karena perjalanan
menyusuri fraktur wajah permeabel. LCM juga
berfungsi untuk berkemas fraktur terbuka sehingga
stres penutupan lebih tinggi dipertahankan. Bahkan
relatif partikel-partikel kecil yang efektif dan akan
menjadi massa unpumpable jika leakoff yang tinggi.
Leakoff tinggi dan konsentrasi padatan tinggi adalah
fitur kunci dalam desain pil. Pertumbuhan fraktur
tidak dihentikan dengan memblokir dengan partikel
besar, dihentikan oleh hilangnya cairan pembawa
dan pengembangan massa unpumpable.
Pil mungkin memiliki kerugian lonjakan intrinsik
tinggi dan belum menjadi tidak efektif jika
permeabilitas yang rendah. Ragu-ragu meremas
sangat penting dalam permeabilitas yang rendah
(<500 + md) karena memungkinkan waktu untuk
cairan pembawa bocor off. Beberapa lapisan LCM
yang akhirnya dibangun di dekat kawasan lubang
sumur yang mencapai lebar rekahan yang cukup dan
4. Jika tidak berdiri penuh, mengisi awalnya dengan 020 bbls lumpur berat bor untuk melihat apakah
kerugian tersebut menurun.
5. Jika kerugian tidak jadi t penurunan, isi dengan
air atau minyak dasar melalui tangki perjalanan
sampai kerugian berhenti. Anulus akan stabil ketika
kepala Total sama dengan stres penutupan fraktur di
zona loss. Mengukur dan mencatat volume cairan
cahaya yang diperlukan untuk mengisi annulus.
6. Hitung stres penutupan fraktur (integritas) di zona
kerugian berdasarkan jumlah mengisi dan
melaporkan volume mengisi dan FCS pada laporan
harian.
FCS ppg = [(Light Isi Tinggi) (Light Isi
Density) + (Mud Tinggi) (MW)]
(Perkiraan Kedalaman Rugi)
7. Amati anulus. Jika mengisi cahaya upaya untuk
mengalir kembali kemungkinan bahwa aliran
bawah tanah terjadi. Diam di segera untuk
mencegah flowback dan memonitor tekanan.
Segera hubungi Operasi Inspektur.
8. Setelah anulus stabil, mungkin terus menurun
perlahan-lahan karena rembesan. Mulailah
mengisi dengan seluruh lumpur daripada mengisi
cahaya untuk menghindari underbalancing zona
dangkal dengan cahaya mengisi.
Massa
jenis
100 sxs
Kelas G
Semen
8%
Gel
24,3 bbls
Air segar
1/4 ppb
Sodium
karbonat
1/4 ppb
Pedas
pompa, atau ketika tumpahan terjadi. Lantai rig nonselip, bertabur tikar putar harus digunakan. Sering
menggunakan pembersih uap dianjurkan.
2. Bahaya kebakaran
Menyediakan ventilasi yang baik di daerah tertutup,
terutama pada lubang bawah geladak lepas pantai.
Dua periode dari resiko kebakaran terbesar adalah
ketika lumpur mengandung gas formasi, dan ketika
lubang pertama pengungsi dan ringan, ujung lebih
tidak stabil dari base oil yang hilang ke atmosfer. Api
tidak terbuka, rokok, pengelasan, dll harus diizinkan
dekat lumpur minyak. Rig harus diperiksa untuk
celana pendek listrik dan untuk setiap peralatan atau
operasi yang bisa menciptakan bunga api; motor
listrik harus ledakan-bukti. Sebuah penekanan busa
api sistem pertempuran harus dipertimbangkan untuk
ruang pit dan daerah pengocok.
3. Kualitas udara
Menyediakan ventilasi yang baik di ruang tertutup,
terutama lubang lumpur, shaker dan daerah lumpur
pencampuran. Pertukaran udara dari 90 volume
kamar per jam biasanya memadai. Telah ruangan
yang didedikasikan untuk pengujian lumpur yang
tersedia; pengujian laboratorium insinyur lumpur
juga harus memiliki ventilasi yang baik karena
pelarut yang mudah menguap yang diperlukan untuk
memecah emulsi selama banyak tes lumpur minyak.
4. Kontak kulit
transfer rate
prosedur darurat
1. Lumpur Berat.
2. Corong Viskositas.
Topi keras.
Sepatu karet.
Tanggung jawab
D. solidifikasi
1. Memanfaatkan Pengeringan Shaker untuk
mendapatkan potongan bor sekering mungkin dan
untuk mendaur ulang sebanyak base oil mungkin
(misalnya Sweco LM-3 Shaker, Derrick Hi-G
Shaker, dll).
1. OIM atau Barge Eng. / Kapten untuk pertemuan pralubang transfer dengan anggota kru yang terlibat.
2. Periksa secara visual Transfer selang untuk
kerusakan segera sebelum mentransfer. Transfer
selang harus dinilai untuk cairan hidrokarbon dan
memiliki tekanan kerja yang aman dari 150 psi.
Pastikan tekanan pasokan kapal memompa tidak
akan melebihi tekanan kerja yang aman dari selang.
3. Transfer selang memiliki katup pada akhirnya, di sisi
supply vessel, dan telah diperiksa untuk kerusakan.
4. Semua outlet lain pada garis beban yang ditutup
dengan flens buta atau katup yang benar ditutup dan
digembok (yaitu, daftar katup tertentu).
5. Katup pada outlet sampel di setiap stasiun pemuatan
ditutup.
6. Katup pada semua berlawanan stasiun sisi memuat
ditutup dan diamankan (yaitu, digembok).
7. Alat pendorong dan ExxonMobil pengeboran
pengawas akan memverifikasi bahwa semua
persiapan yang tercantum di sini telah dibuat
sebelum memulai transfer. Juga, Alat pendorong dan
ExxonMobil pengeboran pengawas akan
memastikan bahwa "checklist" sepenuhnya selesai
sebelum memulai operasi. Salinan selesai "checklist"
akan diberikan kepada ExxonMobil pengeboran
pengawas.
8. Transfer selang akan diperiksa secara visual untuk
kerusakan sebelum mentransfer.
Komunikasi
Mentransfer
Komunikasi
Pengukuran Pilihan
Real-time pengukuran luas permukaan dapat dibuat
dengan portabel, di tempat DCM kit. Keputusan
apakah untuk memobilisasi di tempat pengukuran luas
permukaan harus mempertimbangkan hal berikut:
BAGIAN 6 - GI LAMPIRAN
Sebelum transfer cairan, semua Rig dan Boat
personil akan bertemu dan meninjau JSA sesuai
yang, MSDS Sheets. Prosedur transfer cairan, dan
membangun komunikasi dua arah. Setelah selesai
pertemuan pengalihan pra-pekerjaan, semua orang
yang terlibat dalam transfer akan menandatangani
dokumen ini menunjukkan prosedur ini telah
ditinjau.
Catatan jika tangki diisolasi dari lautdada dengan wajan atau kosong
Menginformasikan Kapten dan kru
bahwa cairan tersebut tidak akan
digulung atau dipindahkan selama
transit
E. Memuat Boat
Pastikan peralatan polusi di tempat (misalnya, 5-gal ember, panci E. Mentransfer Lumpur untuk Rig
tetes / menangkap)
Cuci cekungan dengan tangan bersih yang tersedia "lantai rig, lumpur
pencampuran daerah, daerah lubang lumpur, wilayah rak pipa, daerah lain
yang terkena dampak
Pengiriman Bahaya:
Rig lantai daerah "baju jas hujan (atau celemek), sarung tangan kerja,
sarung
tanganyaitu,
karet, sepatu bot
Kualitas & Ledakan Air: (daerah yang terkena lumpur dasar
minyak,
shaker, lubang)
Celana panjang / kemeja lengan panjang yang dikenakan
Ventilasi yang memadai "mengubah-out air setiap 5 menit. atau kurang
Daerah lumpur "PPE ganti penuh dengan apron, sarung tangan (tugas
Pembuangan:
Pencemaran Air:
Saluran pipa Rack "terkuras untuk basin pembuangan
Lubang lumpur terbuka tertutup
Garis lumpur minyak dasar dengan selang dan nozel dipasang "lantai
rig, lumpur ruang pit, daerah pengocok
Sumber air terisolasi "lantai rig, lumpur ruang pit, daerah shaker,
lumpur pencampuran daerah
Pendapat umum:
Base oil rendah hidrokarbon aromatik, yaitu anilin di atas 145 Deg.
Tahan (nitrile) unsur minyak karet, yaitu, segel katup lubang lumpur, segel katup
shaker, tunggangan shaker, dan selang
Tahan (nitrile) unsur minyak yang digunakan dalam BOP, segel ram, annulars
Kontraktor:
Kapan
tekanan
abnorma
l terjadi
Penyeba
b
tekanan
abnorma
l
Diagenesis kimia
Mengangkat
Faulting.
Peringk
at dari
Penetras
i
(ROP)
Interpre
tasi
kecepatan putar
ROP
dan
Kondisi bit
litologi
viskositas lumpur
hidrolika
"d"
ekspone
n Curv e
Jenis gas
Latar
Belakang
Gas (BGG)
Shutdown Gas.
Latar Belakang Gas (BGG), atau Bor Gas adalah gas rata
diamati saat pengeboran, eksklusif acara. Gas latar belakang
merupakan gas dibebaskan dari pori-pori di batu yang sedang
tanah oleh bit.
alias Bor
Gas
Pengaruh
pipa bor
menarik
kecepatan
gas
perjalanan
Koneksi
Gas (CG)
BGG)
Waktu
untuk
beredar gas
untuk
menstabilka
n
Laporkan sebagai
Reaksi
untuk
menunj
ukkan
gas
Latar
belakan
g
Berat lumpur tidak harus dibesarkan semata-mata dalam
menanggapi menunjukkan gas dari stek. Jika Gas
ragu, beredar
untuk menentukan tingkat gas latar belakang (BGG)
yang beredar.
Jika unit gas yang berlebihan turun dengan cepat
aliaske bawah
Bor Gas
Contoh
BGG
40
unit
dari
7000
'untu
k
7500
' dan
60
unit
dari
7500
'untu
k
8000
'.
100
unit
atau
100
unit
lebih
BGG
Koneksi
Gas
(CG)
Gas
perjalan
an (TG)
Gas
latar
bela
kang
sebel
um
kone
ksi:
50
unit
Gas
maksim
um
diamati
dari
kedala
man
koneksi
: 75
unit
Lapork
an
Connec
tion
Gas
Beredar
gas
jatuh
ke
25
unit.
Lapo
ran
CIR
C
BGG
25
unit
atau
25
unit
lebih
Gas
(CIRC
BGG)
BGG
.
Tampilk
an Gas
Gas
latar
bela
kang
sebel
um
peng
ebor
an
istira
hat:
50
unit
Gas
sebel
um
penu
tupa
n:
50
unit
Gas
maksim
um
diamati
dari
periode
penutup
an: 75
unit
Laporka
n
Shutdow
n Gas
sebagai:
25 unit
atau 25
unit
lebih
BGG
Shutdo
wn Gas
Sifat lumpur
untuk
Gas maksimum diamati dari periode shutdownmerencanak
yang
an
gas latar belakang dikurangi sebelum shutdown.
density lumpur
suhu
yield point.
Frekuensi
sifat lumpur
memeriksa
Faktor
Perubaha
n sifat
reologi
Perubaha
n klorida
mempeng
aruhi
suhu
suhu lingkungan
tingkat sirkulasi
tingkat penetrasi.
menunjukkan:
Perubahan
gradien
suhu
Pedoman
suhu
merencanaka
n
persimpangan dari
kesalahan
sebuah
ketidakselarasan, atau
perubahan litologi.
n sifat
fisik stek
Stek dari zona transisi akan memiliki sifat fisik yang berbeda
dari stek biasanya tertekan. Beberapa perubahan fisik adalah:
Komposisi
Warna
Tekstur
Ukuran
Bentuk
bulk density.
Rig Pengawas
Wellsite Geologist
Wellsite
Geologis
t
Pengebor
an
Insinyur
Paleontol
og
Lumpur Insinyur
MWD
Misi tim
Insinyur
Peran
Rig
Pengawas
Tanggung Jawab
Mudlogg
er
Lumpur
Insinyur
Shaker
Tangan
deteksi gas
background gas
koneksi gas gas
perjalanan, dll
Dimanak
ah
bacaan kromatografi
Spesifika
si
ditemuka
n
deskripsi litologi
Parameter
tekanan
abnormal
dipantau
Tingkat penetrasi d /
dc
kondisi lubang
momen
menyeret
mengisi, dll
Distribus
i/
frekuensi
laporan
Spesifikasi
Unit mud
logging
Mudloggers
Integrator akan dipasok untuk
perhitungan persentase gas dari
Wellsite Geologist
kromatografi tersebut.
ini:
satu di kantor Drilling Supervisor
satu (Div 1, Kelas 1, secara
intrinsik aman) di lantai rig,
dan satu di unit mud logging.
tingkat pit
lumpur resistivitas
suhu
RPM
WOB
Stroke pompa
laju alir
tingkat tangki perjalanan
torsi putar, dan
density lumpur
Perangkat lunak ini dan instrumentasi
harus independen dari instrumentasi
rig dan memiliki alarm dengan
tinggi / tingkat rendah.
PEMBENTUKAN
EVALUASI
________________________________________
________________________________________
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1. PEMBENTUKAN EVALUASI
OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM /
barage RIG DRILLING
2. Umum 1
PERTAMA EDITION MAY 2003
3. Coring konvensional 1
4. Program Logging Wireline 8
5. Sidewall Coring Operasi 11
6. Wireline Radioaktif Sumber 12
7. MWD / LWD Logging 12
8. Mud Logging dan Stek Sampel 14
1. UMUM
Evaluasi pembentukan banyak bentuk dan dalam
banyak hal adalah provinsi geologi wellsite. Namun,
pengoperasian peralatan dan efeknya pada
keselamatan baik, adalah tanggung jawab supervisor
operasi. Oleh karena itu, setiap metode utama dari
evaluasi formasi akan dibahas dalam pandangan
pertimbangan operasional.
2. CORING KONVENSIONAL
Untuk semua Operasi Pengeboran, prosedur
tambahan akan disiapkan merinci operasi coring.
Tujuan dari coring adalah untuk mendapatkan sampel
formasi untuk evaluasi geologi atau reservoir,
menentukan permeabilitas, porositas, komposisi batu,
dan untuk melakukan studi aliran. Karena informasi
yang berharga, yang menyediakan core, tujuan
pengeboran adalah untuk memberikan pemulihan
maksimum inti, kerusakan inti minimal, dan biaya
operasional minimum.
Untuk melakukan hal ini, perencanaan adalah
langkah pertama penting untuk memastikan bahwa
program analisis inti sukses dan bahwa uang yang
digunakan untuk mendapatkan dan menganalisa inti
4-1 / 8 "
4-3 / 4 "
2-5 /
8"
5-3 / 4 "
3-1 /
2"
6-1 / 4 "
4
"
6-3 / 4
7"
43
/
8
"
8"
51
/
4
"
Inti Barrel
Laras inti konvensional untuk berlian coring terdiri
dari laras luar yang rumah gratis, non-rotating, barel
inti yang terbuat dari cahaya baja berat, aluminium,
atau fiberglass. Dalam rangka untuk mendapatkan
inti yang baik, laras batin tidak harus memutar
dengan laras luar. Hal ini dilakukan dengan
menangguhkan barel dalam pada perakitan putar
yang memanfaatkan lumpur dilumasi bantalan antigesekan. Bit inti terdiri atas bagian bawah laras luar
sementara barel batin dilengkapi dengan penangkap
rakitan inti di bagian bawah nya.
4"
Stabilisator
Keamanan Bersama
Sebuah sendi keamanan di bagian atas laras inti
memungkinkan pemulihan barel dalam dan inti harus
laras luar menjadi terjebak. Ini akan meninggalkan
hanya laras luar dan inti bit untuk memancing dari
lubang.
Perlu dicatat bahwa sendi keselamatan dibuat dengan
benang kiri yang hanya membutuhkan 50% dari torsi
make-up untuk melepaskan. Di sudut tinggi
directional sumur mungkin mustahil untuk bekerja
turun cukup torsi tangan kiri ke sendi keamanan
tanpa dukungan-off string bor pada titik yang lebih
tinggi.
Pompa-Out Sub
Pemotongan Core
Sebelum menjatuhkan bola untuk memulai coring,
beredar pantat-up. Sebuah bola baja dipompa ke
bawah string bor dan duduk di atas laras batin. Cairan
coring kemudian dialihkan antara barel dalam dan
luar dan muncul di pelabuhan cairan bit.
Untuk performa maksimal, laras inti harus distabilkan
sebaik mungkin dalam lubang. Sebuah stabilizer
tepat di atas sedikit biasanya akan memberikan
stabilisasi cukup jika tidak diperbolehkan untuk
mendapatkan lebih dari 1/8 "di bawah diameter bit.
Ketika memulai inti, itu adalah praktik yang baik
untuk memotong pertama 12 sampai 18 inci dengan
hanya 2.000 sampai 4000 menggigit berat badan
dan dengan mengurangi kecepatan putar. Setelah
stabilizer dimakamkan di lubang inti, bit berat dan
kecepatan putar dapat ditingkatkan. Sementara
coring, berat bit harus dipertahankan terus menerus
dan berat tidak boleh diizinkan untuk mengebor-off.
Memungkinkan berat untuk mengebor-off akan
2. Pastikan bahwa alat yang cukup (primer dan backup) yang onboard rig pengeboran sebagaimana
ditentukan dalam kontrak.
OPERASI CASING
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1. OPERASI CASING
2. Casing Menjalankan 1
3. Casing Connection Make-up 5
4. Casing Checklist 5
Selubung
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4. Apakah sebanyak rig up selesai mungkin selama
HO run, dan operasi penebangan? Ya Tidak
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3. Apakah peringkat laba-laba / elevator / link diterima untuk pekerjaan
casing?
9
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4. Apakah tong mati ukuran yang benar dan dalam kondisi baik?
5. Apakah penjepit-on pelindung ukuran yang benar dan kuantitas pada
1. Apakah semua peralatan casing berjalan onboard dan dalam kondisi yang
dapat diterima?
papan diterima?
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Meningkatkan izin penggunaan stabbingi papan & review JSA.
Penyemenan Peralatan / Aksesori
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2. Apakah selam casing dan swedges ukuran yang benar, benang, dan dalam
kondisi baik?
laporan / pagi IADC?
10. Telah papan penusukan telah diperiksa dan ditemukan untuk dapat
diterima?
3. Apakah inspeksi visual operasi pengawas dari semua benang lainnya
lengkap?
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4. Apakah peralatan float benar ukuran, berat, dan benang?
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5. Apakah centralizers ukuran yang benar, nomor, dengan cukup berhenti
berdering?
9. Memiliki colokan wiper diperiksa dan terpasang dengan benar di kepala
semen?
6. Apakah ada cukup Thread-Lok dan Threadkote atau setara untuk pekerjaan
casing?
ExxonMobil Drilling Superintendent untuk
memverifikasi pemuatan tepat colokan di kepala.
7. Apakah mengapung sepatu dan mengapung kerah bersih dan bebas dari
kotoran dan semen
BAHAN REFERENSI
1. API Bul 5 A2, "API Bulletin pada Thread Senyawa
untuk Casing, Tubing, dan Pipa Line," American
Petroleum Institute, Dallas, Texas, Fifth Edition,
April 1972.
tidak rusak?
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Penyemenan
1. Penyemenan
2. Umum 1
3. Penyemenan Pedoman 1
4. Primer Cementing 3
5. Remedial Cementing 5
6. Penyemenan Checklist 6
7. Referensi 7
Lampiran GI ExxonMobil Pedoman
Pengujian Semen
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM / barage
RIG DRILLING
PERTAMA EDITION MAY 2003
1. UMUM
Bagian ini memberikan pedoman dan prosedur
penyemenan operasi. Bila mungkin, grafik perekam
penyemenan (tekanan, volume, kepadatan vs waktu)
harus digunakan untuk semua operasi (yaitu casing
cementing, memeras penyemenan, pengujian tekanan
Y
a
Y
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1. Apakah colokan wiper ukuran yang benar untuk casing dan bebas dari
luka dan / atau cacat?
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5. Penyemenan DAFTAR
Memeras / Open Lubang Plug Kerja Strings
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Pasokan semen
1. Apakah ada (+/- 700 ') dari stinger (2-7 / 8 "atau 3-1 / 2" TBG, atau 3-1 /
2 "DP) di rig?
1. Apakah jenis yang tepat dan jumlah (50-100% berlebih jika praktis)
semen di rig?
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1. Do cementer dan personil kunci setuju pada semua volume dan tarif?
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Penyemenan Personil
1. Dalam kasus kegagalan pompa semen, adalah pompa rig siap mengambil
alih?
Y
a
Y
a
2. Apakah efisiensi pompa rig dikenal dengan memompa ke dalam tangki
dikalibrasi?
Semen Mixing
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1. Apakah peralatan pencampuran semen bekerja dengan benar sebelum
penyemenan?
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3. Memiliki berjenis semen menjadi tekanan diuji untuk tekanan kerja yang
ditentukan?
6. REFERENSI
1. EPR, Semen bubur Desain Pedoman
2. EPR, primer dan Remedial Cementing
BAGIAN 10 - LAMPIRAN I
EXXONMOBIL
PENGEMBANGAN
PERUSAHAAN
DRILLING ORGANISASI
7-5 / 8 "CASING PELINDUNG SHOE
SQUEEZE PROSEDUR
1. INFORMASI UMUM
Bidang: fieldname Nah: WELLNAME Rig:
RIGNAME
1.1 PERSETUJUAN
Pengeboran Insinyur:
Rekayasa Arah
1.3 SAFETY
Sebelum memulai setiap jenis yang berbeda
dari operasi, melakukan pertemuan keamanan
dengan semua personel yang terlibat dan
rencana job. Mempersiapkan dan meninjau JSA
untuk semua operasi kritis. Rig Superintendent
dan Toolpusher harus meninjau setiap JSA
sebelum mulai bekerja untuk ketelitian,
identifikasi bahaya yang tepat, dan mitigasi
risiko.
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TITLE
Directional
Terjebak "Fasdrill" punggawa pada baru-baru ini Pecan Pulau dengan
baik.
98
PERUSAH
AAN
LOKASI
Houma
Penyemenan
Operasi
Laboratorium
BJ
Service
s
New
Orlean
s
New
Orlean
s
Penjualan
Houma
Penyedia alat
Squeeze
Halliburt
on
New
Orlean
s
New
Orlean
s
PERWAKILAN
2. DESIGN DASAR
2.1 INFORMASI UMUM
Casing Squee Sepatu ze
Sebelum Pembukaan Setelah Squeeze Squeeze Alat
9
1
5
0
'
Casing sepatu
@ 9315 '
MD (ft)
MD (ft)
TVD (ft)
9315
9315
Kedalaman rencana
Squeeze Packer
8915
8915
Direncanakan Tinggi
Semen di Casing
150
200
9165
9165
C APACITIES / D ISPLACEMENTS
Ukur
an
Berat
No
m.
ID
7-5 /
39 #
Dr
ift
ID
-
Panjan
gnya
250 '
Kapa
sita
s
BP
F
Peminda
han
bbls
0,054
10.70
---- Cf / sk hasil
8"
3-1 /
2
"JIK
A
-
13.
3#
S135
-
8915 '
x
---- Bbl Volume lumpur o F BHCT (jadwal
sqz)
x
x
---- Cf / sk hasil
Pilot Tes t
Hasil
3. PROSEDUR
3.1 TOP OF LINER SQUEEZE - PACKER
dibor
1. Membuat casing scraper dijalankan jika
dianggap perlu sebelum menjalankan dengan
SQZRETAINER. Casing kerja scraper secara
menyeluruh di seluruh selang pipa di
direncanakan SQZRETAINER kedalaman
pengaturan. Beredar pantat up di bawah
SQZRETAINER kedalaman pengaturan. POOH.
Jika dipandang bahwa casing scraper run tidak
diperlukan, berikut adalah reconcilers untuk
tidak membuat casing scraper run:
Deskripsi
Mass
a
jenis
Deskripsi
15,7
8.3
Deskripsi
Deskripsi
Mass
a
jenis
15,7
8.3
P
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8. Ragu-ragu meremas
Tahap hingga 5.0 bbls semen ke dalam formasi.
Pompa di 1,0 bbl di 1/4 bpm setiap 15 menit
untuk pertama
Deskripsi
Mass
a
jenis
Deskripsi
Mass
a
jenis
P
m
a
T
g
a
jenis
SQZTOOL yang)
5a 19,5 # S-135 kapasitas DP = 0,01701
BPF; 9-5 / 8 53,5 # kapasitas casing =
0,0708 BPF.
7. Tutup choke dan kemudian bypass pada
SQZTOOL dan tekanan up 500 - 1.000 psi
pada DP oleh casing annulus. Pompa
tambahan 119 bbls dari 15,7 lumpur ppg di 4
bpm diikuti oleh 5 bbls dari air tawar ke DP. Ini
harus meninggalkan TOC 250 'di bawah
SQZTOOL, dan 250' di atas sepatu casing.
PUMP JADWAL SETELAH MENUTUP
BYPASS PADA SQZTOOL
Deskripsi
15,7
8.3
m
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BAGIAN 10 - LAMPIRAN II
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MISC.
ENGINEERING
calcs.
2
0
b
Gain pit dari
penyemenan (bbls)
754,1
s
49
EMW setelah
displacment (ppg)
13.0
'M
D
Tekanan U-tabung @
2,
10,
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60 6
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kp
Lubang Asumsi ukuran Pra-rata dengan 20 bbls 8,7 ppg air laut
spacer.
P
a
n
16,5 "Post-siram
spacer.
9.2 0,1523 BPF Timbal Lumpur: Class 'H' dengan aditif cair Campur ke:
=
12.6 ppg
OD = 16
Dihitung = 1526
MD = 1000 0.1128 BPF WGHT GRADE / CONN PANJANG MD ID
Bit Ukuran (di) Tail Lumpur: Class 'H' dengan aditif cair Campur ke:
4400 'TVD
Spacer
sepatu
casing
(ukura
n
lubang
diasu
msika
n).
Camp
Bawah lubang suhu statis 138 derajat F (est. Temps dari log)
ur
Bawah lubang sirkulasi suhu 110 derajat F (dari API Spec 10)
Timbal
Seme
n6
105,0
0,0
Jika
mengu
kur
Nama baik
kemud
ian
1.175,
Rig
OD = 16 10,75
3 'di
"SHOE SQUEEZE
atas
Mix
Tail
Seme
n6
14,0
TVD = 10001 45,5 K-55, BTC 4900 10,05 0,0982 4900 0,0166 481,0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000 0.0
14,0
3 0 0 0 0 0 0.0000 0.0000 0.0
Penurunan Top Plug 5.0 5.0
e
r
1.
19,5 # /
NC50 / X-
954400
4400 4,276
0,017268
l
a
76,0
0,0078
2.
0.000000
0,0 0.0000
m
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d
MW perpindahan spacer
i
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SEMEN
Memimpin Lumpur: Class 'H' dengan aditif cair Campur ke: 16 ppg
n
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5 bbl PEMINDAHAN
semen
5
7
Remas
packe
peng
atura
kedal
aman
Setel
ah
space
r,
meng
gantik
an w /
80,5
bbls
lump
ur 9.2
ppg.
4400
'MD
TOC diinginkan 250 kaki di atas sepatu Mix Squeeze Semen 4 18,9
Bawah lubang suhu statis 138 derajat F (est. Temps dari log)
Bawah lubang sirkulasi suhu 110 derajat F (dari API Spec 10)
TES TEKANAN
INTEGRITAS
11,0 TEKANAN TES INTEGRITAS
11.1 Umum 1
11.2 Casing Test 2
11.3 Leak-Off Uji 3
11,4 Jug Test (Terbatas PIT) 4
11,5 Terbuka Lubang Leak-Off Test 4
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM /
barage RIG DRILLING
PERTAMA EDITION MAY 2003
11.1 UMUM
Ada tiga jenis utama dari Tes Integritas yang
dilakukan oleh EMDC pengeboran. The Casing Test,
Leak Off Test (LOT), dan Uji Jug (PIT). Sebuah tes
casing yang digunakan untuk memastikan casing
tidak akan gagal dalam situasi kontrol dengan baik
atau operasi selesai. The BANYAK dan PIT tes yang
digunakan dalam lubang terbuka tepat di bawah
sepatu untuk menentukan berat lumpur setara yang
dapat diselenggarakan, atau yang akan memulai
patah tulang dan menyebabkan kebocoran-off untuk
formasi. Salah satu jenis tambahan tes yang mungkin
Pompa Tingkat
Lumpur Berat
Contoh "14,8 ppg Mud Berat Adj = (4,5 bbls) (10,24) = 3,4 bbls Disesuaikan dengan 24% padatan
Misalnya Nah
9,625
Memperlengkapi
Misalnya Rig
100
2.000
Bidang
Misalnya Lapangan
Negara
Internasional
komentar ...
Akhir Interpretati
Cf Air = 0.000003
Cf Diesel / SBM = 0.000005
Uji
Jen
is
Test 1
11.000
Test 2
Uji 3
pad
a
16.2
BA
NY
AK
MS (ppg)
15,6
Casing Uji
Test 1
Test 2
U
j
i
3
GAMBAR 11-1
(output
Intergrity.xls)
PENGUJIAN
PRODUKSI
12,0 PENGUJIAN PRODUKSI
12.1 Pengujian Produksi Tujuan 1
12.2 Nah Uji Desain 1
12.3 Uji String 3
12.4 Permukaan Peralatan 4
12,5 Peralatan Pengukuran 4
12.6 Keselamatan 5
12,7 Personil Tanggung Jawab 6
Perencanaan 12,8 Pre-test dan Persiapan 9
12,9 Information Retrieval 10
12.10 Nah Membunuh dan Zona Pengabaian
11
12.13 Hidrasi 12
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM /
barage RIG DRILLING
1. Permukaan Shut-In
5. PERALATAN PENGUKURAN
Memperoleh pengukuran yang akurat dari lubang
bawah dan tekanan permukaan dan suhu merupakan
salah satu tujuan utama pengujian produksi ini.
Tekanan bawah permukaan dan alat pengukur suhu
dapat berupa alat perekam downhole mekanik atau
elektronik atau wireline menjalankan alat pengukur
elektronik yang menyediakan pembacaan
permukaan. Tekanan permukaan biasanya diperoleh
dengan baik alat pengukur cepat atau penguji bobot
mati.
Peralatan Pengukuran bawah permukaan
Pengukur bawah permukaan dijalankan ke dalam
sumur bor untuk merekam tekanan reservoir dan
respon suhu selama mengalir dan menutup-dalam
periode. Tekanan bawah permukaan dan suhu alat
pengukur baik dapat mendarat di puting terletak di
bawah sendi berlubang atau berjalan di operator
gauge. Ada dua tipe dasar dari alat pengukur tekanan
bawah permukaan yang tersedia, alat pengukur
rekaman bawah permukaan dan bawah permukaan
alat pengukur pembacaan permukaan.
Wellsite Geologist
1. Menentukan jumlah zona yang akan diuji dan
memberikan informasi awal tentang tekanan,
temperatur, dan jenis cairan yang terkandung dalam
reservoir.
2. Menganalisis log listrik untuk menentukan
perforating selang (s).
Mesin pembor
Cementer
Prosedur Keselamatan
Pencegahan Tumpahan
Tujuan uji
Prosedur pengujian
Pengumpulan data
Nah Membunuh
Prosedur Keselamatan H2S
Pada akhir periode build-up akhir, sumur dapat
mengalir pada tingkat tinggi untuk memanaskan
sumur bor untuk tujuan menghindari pembentukan
hidrat dalam string tes. Kerja downhole tambahan,
seperti menarik alat pengukur tekanan, memperoleh
sampel lubang bawah, atau melakukan tindakan
GAMBA
R 12-1
GAMBAR 12-2
Produksi Tubing
12.13 hidrat
Pembentukan hidrat
Hidrat dibekukan atau senyawa kimia es seperti
terbentuk ketika hidrokarbon ringan tertentu
menggabungkan dengan air. Pembentukan hidrat
dikaitkan dengan produksi gas dan merupakan fungsi
Spacer
Tabung
No-Go Landing Nipple
Wireline Masuk Gratis
Perforasi
Produksi Casing
Lebih rendah String Asssembly
untuk Surface Shut-in (Permanent
Packer)
GAMB
AR 123
PLUG DAN
ABANDOMENT
13,0 PLUG DAN DITINGGALKAN
13.1 Umum 1
13,2 permanen Plug dan Pengabaian 1
13.3 Sementara Plug dan Pengabaian 4
Verifikasi Jarak 13.4 Site 4
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OPERASI PENGEBORAN MANUAL - JACK-UP / PLATFORM /
barage RIG DRILLING
PERTAMA EDETION MAY 2003
13,1 UMUM
Sebelum melakukan Plug dan Pengabaian pekerjaan
permanen atau sementara, persetujuan peraturan
harus diperoleh dari lembaga peraturan yang berlaku.
Tujuan dari pedoman umum berikut adalah plug dan
meninggalkan sumur sesuai dengan badan pengawas
yang mengatur dan persyaratan ExxonMobil;
sehingga semua zona hidrokarbon, normal zona air
tertekan, dan akuifer air tawar, terisolasi untuk
mencegah permanen isinya melarikan diri ke strata
lain atau ke dasar laut.
Prosedur dapat disesuaikan agar sesuai kondisi
lubang tertentu tetapi setidaknya harus memenuhi
8. Clearance Lokasi
Semua wellheads, casing, tiang, dan penghalang
lainnya harus dihapus untuk kedalaman 15 'di bawah
garis lumpur atau total kedalaman disetujui oleh
badan pengawas yang berlaku.
13,3 PLUG SEMENTARA DAN
DITINGGALKAN
Sebuah ditinggalkan sementara berbeda dari
ditinggalkan permanen bahwa semua string casing
dan segel kepala sumur tetap utuh.
Selama plug and ditinggalkan operasi sementara,
pedoman umum berikut berlaku:
1. Tidak ada lubang dapat menekan casing kecuali
diperlukan untuk pengujian produksi. Perforasi harus
terpasang dengan benar dan terisolasi.
2. The wellhead daerah segel harus dilindungi dengan
memasang topi korosi atau pohon ditinggalkan.
Untuk periode ditinggalkan lama, juga mungkin
tambahan dilindungi oleh menggusur lumpur di
daerah segel dengan menghambat cairan.
3. Baik itu harus dilengkapi dengan penanda lokasi dan
identifikasi.
4. Pemeriksaan struktur kepala sumur dan pelindung
harus dilakukan setidaknya sekali per tahun.
BAIK KONTROL
1. BAIK KONTROL
2. Nah Pengendalian "General 1
3. Lubang Pemantauan 5
4. Peralatan Pengujian 8
5. Peralatan Spesifikasi 10
6. Nah Kontrol latihan 16
7. Nah Pengendalian Prosedur 19
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DRILLING OPERASI manual-JACK-UP / PLATFORM / barage RIG
DRILLING
PERTAMA EDITION MAY 2003
7. The Driller akan diperintahkan untuk menutupdalam juga menggunakan penilaian dan indikator
nya seperti keuntungan pit, mengalir setelah
menghentikan pompa, atau tidak layak mengisi-up di
perjalanan. The Driller tidak harus mendapatkan izin
dari Pengawas Operasional sebelum menutup-dalam
juga.
Lubang Fill-Up
Lubang Fill-Up Pedoman:
tepat diinstal.
BOP Stack
Mata air
1. "A" bagian harus memiliki katup ganda pada satu
outlet dengan tekanan kerja setidaknya setara dengan
"A" bagian atas flange.
2. Semua bagian kepala sumur harus memiliki katup
flens dengan dinilai tekanan kerja paling tidak setara
dengan bagian atas flange.
3. Sebuah katup kedua dari tekanan kerja yang sama
harus dipasang pada setiap bagian kepala sumur di
mana casing string yang ditangguhkan oleh bagian
tidak disemen ke permukaan.
Mata air
Regulator
1. Sistem kontrol akan memiliki regulator
permukaan untuk tekanan manifold.
2. Sebuah back-up pasokan pneumatik, independen
dari sistem udara rig, akan tersedia untuk
regulator permukaan, kecuali regulator adalah
cacing jenis gigi atau setara, untuk menghindari
kehilangan tekanan pasokan dalam hal kegagalan
rig udara.
3. The annular dan regulator berjenis akan
ditetapkan ke minimal 1500 psi untuk normal
menutup-in. Mengacu pada produsen operasi
panduan untuk informasi tentang persyaratan
tekanan penutupan tambahan untuk tinggi
diharapkan menutup-tekanan dan tekanan
annular Untuk ukuran lebih besar dari pipa dan
casing.
Panel BOP Operasi
1. Dua panel operasi akan tersedia, berisi semua fungsi
BOP, salah satunya akan berlokasi di unit kontrol
akumulator dan yang lainnya di lantai bor.
2. Semua fungsi harus disimpan dalam posisi
kekuasaan dan tidak dalam posisi blok.
Shaker
Tank perjalanan
Pengalir Terpasang
Berhasil mengalihkan aliran baik sebelum
permukaan gas dan tanpa broaching mensyaratkan
bahwa semua peralatan permukaan siap untuk
menutup tas pengalir segera belum memiliki jalur
bantuan bagi cairan dengan baik untuk mencegah
broaching.
Sementara pengeboran dengan Sistem pengalir
menggunakan Remote Operated Ball Valve, katup
fungsi terbuka harus menyelami ke dalam garis dekat
pengalir sehingga katup akan membuka sebelum
penutupan annular.
Lumpur harus dipompa melalui jalur pengalir setiap
tur untuk memastikan garis dan jalur bantuan yang
tidak terpasang.
Jika aliran terdeteksi, prosedur berikut harus diikuti
untuk mengalihkan aliran:
Keuntungan di Pits.
Anulus mengalir.
3. Periksa aliran.
Stripping Operasi
3. Isi pipa bor dengan pil gel di atas dalam BOP untuk
mencegah sampah di string bor dari plugging katup.
4. Make up berdiri dari pipa bor dan perlahan
perjalanan di dalam lubang.
5. Terapkan pipa ganja untuk setiap tubuh bersama alat
untuk memudahkan perjalanan melalui pencegah
annular.
6. Gunakan tekanan penutupan minimum pada
pencegah annular selama operasi stripping.
7. Memonitor garis aliran untuk kebocoran dari
pencegah annular sementara pengupasan di dalam
lubang.
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Sebagai requiredDefoamer
Resep ini untuk satu barel air campuran.
2. Pertimbangkan untuk menggunakan "Non-menetap
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3. Siapkan air campuran sebelum menambahkan barit
tersebut. Kebutuhan air campuran adalah 54% dari
volume lumpur akhir.
SHAKER TANGAN
DERRICK MAN
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