NCCCO Drill Rig study plan

Draft a complete pre-job site plan for a hypothetical drill rig job, listing access routes, exclusion zones, underground utility clearance steps, and spoil placement

Sequence the site planning checklist in the order work actually proceeds on a real job, from permit review to rig demobilization

Explain how soil bearing conditions and slope affect where a rig can be positioned and how to document that decision

Identify which site conditions require a written lift plan or engineered approval before mobilization

Write the setup sequence for leveling and stabilizing a drill rig on a prepared pad, including outrigger or track mat placement

List the pre-shift inspection items a competent person would check on a drill rig before operation begins

Describe how to verify rig stability after setup and what conditions force a re-check

Match each site planning decision from week 1 to the rig setup step it controls

Build a preventive maintenance schedule covering fluids, filters, wire rope, sheaves, pins, and safety devices with intervals

Diagnose three common rig faults from symptoms alone and state the inspection or repair action each requires

Explain wire rope inspection criteria including broken wires, wear, and when removal from service is required

Describe recordkeeping expectations for inspections, maintenance, and repairs

Explain the drilling process from pad preparation through hole completion and how each stage affects production rate

Identify the variables that most often reduce penetration rate and how to test for each cause

Describe safe handling and connection procedures for tooling and drill string components

Explain how to monitor and respond to changes in return flow, torque, and penetration rate during drilling

Read a load chart and determine capacity for a given radius, boom angle, and configuration without relying on memory

Apply deductions for attachments, rigging, and jib configuration to arrive at net allowable load

Calculate load weight and center of gravity for a multi-component pick and compare it to chart capacity

Identify rigging inspection rejection criteria for slings, shackles, and hooks

Draft a lift plan for a drill tooling or casing pick, including rigging selection, capacity check, and exclusion zone

Explain how wind, ground bearing, and swing affect capacity and when a lift must be stopped

Describe the roles of signalperson, operator, and lift director and the communication required

Identify the conditions that make a lift critical and require additional planning

Map the regulatory requirements that govern drill rig operation to the specific practices they drive on site

Write the emergency response steps for rig collapse, struck-by, electrical contact, and injury scenarios

Explain lockout/tagout and energy isolation steps for rig maintenance and tooling changes

Describe the required actions and notifications after an incident or near miss

Complete a full timed practice exam and score each domain separately to find weak areas

Re-study the two lowest-scoring domains using the checklists and tables built in earlier weeks

Rehearse load chart and rigging calculations under time pressure until accurate and fast

Review all personal error notes and confirm each mistake is understood and corrected