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IADC WellSharp Driller with Workover

Language: Portuguese

Location: Rio de Janeiro

Accreditation body: IADC

Learning mode: Classroom

Upcoming events: 8

Price

BRL 4,107.24

About the course

Available in Portuguese

Duration: 5

Introduction to IADC WellSharp Driller with Workover

The IADC WellSharp Driller with Workover course offers a comprehensive training experience designed for professionals in the oil and gas industry seeking to enhance their expertise in well operations and drilling. Delivered through flexible classroom formats—both virtual and face-to-face—it provides a hands-on approach to mastering well control fundamentals essential for maintaining safety and efficiency on drilling sites. Participants will engage with core topics related to well control techniques, operational procedures, and emergency response strategies, equipping them with the critical skills needed to manage complex well scenarios confidently. This course is ideal for those aiming to meet compliance standards and advance their understanding within the well control discipline, ensuring they are well-prepared to handle the challenges encountered during drilling and workover operations. Whether in a classroom setting or virtual environment, attendees will benefit from expert instruction tailored to the dynamic needs of the oil and gas sector, fostering a safer and more competent workforce.

Essential information

Prerequisites

Participants must hold a valid IADC WellSharp Introductory or equivalent certification and have prior experience in drilling or workover operations. Prerequisites should meet IADC accreditation requirements.

Who is it for?

This course is intended for drillers, assistant drillers, and personnel involved in well control operations during drilling and workover.

Assessment

Participants must pass a written and practical assessment with a minimum score of 75% to obtain well control certification. Practical assessment will be completed during week on simulators, theory exam will be completed on last day our course through a online IADC testing database.

Certification

Upon successful completion, participants receive an IADC Virtual WellSharp Driller Level with Workover certificate, valid for two years. Certification aligns with IADC standards and is recognised internationally across the drilling and well control industries.

Course content

This course covers a comprehensive range of well control topics, divided into critical modules that address both drilling and workover control:

Prerequisites

Who is it for?

This course is intended for drillers, assistant drillers, and personnel involved in well control operations during drilling and workover.

Assessment

Certification

Well control fundamentals

Introduction to well control, understanding wellbore pressure, and key principles.

Barriers and risk management

Learning about physical and procedural barriers, and effective risk management in well operations.

Kick detection and response

Identifying causes of kicks, recognising early warning signs, and implementing kick response procedures.

Shut-in procedures and kill sheets

Step-by-step methods for shutting in a well safely and understanding the use of kill sheets in pressure control.

Well control methods and kill techniques

Techniques for controlling well pressure, including various well kill methods applied during drilling and workover.

Bop and well control equipment

Familiarisation with Blowout Preventer (BOP) systems, BOP control systems, and associated well control equipment.

Workover and completion operations

Essential skills for maintaining well control during workover and completion phases, including snubbing and pulling operations.

Managed pressure drilling (MPD)

Overview of MPD techniques and equipment used in maintaining control during complex drilling operations.

How it works

Step 1
Identify the specific training modules for your desired role and decide if you want on-site training or a mix of digital and on-site (blended).
Step 2
Once you've chosen the right course, register and pay online. You'll receive a confirmation email instantly.
Step 3
After enrolling, you'll receive a separate email with detailed joining instructions for the training session.
Step 4
Attend your scheduled training session and pass the required assessments to successfully achieve certification.
Step 5
Upon successfully completing the course and passing the assessments, you'll receive your official certification from Maersk Training or the relevant accreditation body.