Objective

The IADC WellSharp Supervisor Level Well Control course is essential training for those working in wellsite supervisory roles and for office-based personnel that are primarily involved in the operational decision-making process and/or well design. The course aims to build on the Driller Level course content (including kick detection and shut-in) and focus on more complex aspects of well control and well kill methodology.

Target Group

The IADC WellSharp “Well Control for Drilling Operations – for Supervisors” course has been designed for toolpushers, drilling engineers, drilling supervisors, superintendents, drilling foremen, company men and others with a requirement to hold an accredited well control certificate at Supervisory level. The training is role-specific and is focused on well kill procedures.

Prerequisites

Prior IADC or IWCF certification at Driller or Supervisor Level is required. The training is role-specific so previous experience in a supervisory role during drilling operations is assumed. Please contact us to discuss candidate suitability if you have any doubts or queries.

Examination

Successful completion of the course and a minimum score of 75% in the written assessment and 70% in the practical skills assessment will result in IADC WellSharp Supervisor Level certification which is valid for two years.

Course Contents

The course is delivered over 4 days through presentation of a series of interactive lectures supported by videos and animations, supplemented by a classroom workbook and further self-study exercises and practical work on a drilling simulator.

The following topics will be covered during this course:
> Drilling, Workover, Completion Plan-Awareness
> Well Control Drills
> Well Control Concepts
> Shut In Procedures & Verification
> Mud & Pit Management
> Post Shut In Monitoring & Activities
> Pre-Recorded Data
> Risk Management
> Kick Prevention during Drilling, Casing & Cementing Operations
> Well Control Methods
> Barriers
> Equipment
> Shallow Gas, Water Flows & Tophole Drilling
> Extract of Subsea Elements
> Abnormal Pressure Warning Signs
> Kick Detection
> Hands-on simulation exercises will be conducted