IADC WELLSHARP® - Snubbing Training Course

ACCREDITATIONS

Clients

Course Duration

5 Days

Training Delivery Method

Classroom (Instructor-Led) or Online (Instructor-Led)

Instructors Languages

English / Arabic

Certification Provider

IADC WELLSHARP - USA

Certificate Validity

2 Years

Course Average Passing Rate

95%

Competency Assessment Criteria

Knowledge Assessment

Post Training Reporting

Post Training Report + Candidate(s) Training Evaluation Forms

Training Design Methodology

ADDIE Training Design Methodology

Certificate of Successful Completion

Certification is provided upon successful completion. The certificate can be verified through a QR-Code system.

Course Overview

The IADC WellSharp® - Snubbing course is designed for service company equipment operators responsible for operating snubbing units and managing pressure control during well interventions. The curriculum focuses on risk awareness, well control principles, barrier systems, and emergency procedures. It includes both theoretical knowledge and practical skills to ensure operators can effectively manage pressure control situations during snubbing operations.

Key Learning Objectives

Risk Awareness and Management: Understand the potential risks associated with snubbing operations and learn systematic risk management techniques.
Well Control Principles & Calculations: Gain knowledge of pressure fundamentals, hydrostatic pressure, and well control calculations.
Workstring Principles: Learn about the selection, condition, and limitations of workstrings used in snubbing operations.
Barrier Systems: Understand the philosophy and operation of barrier systems, including mechanical and fluid barriers.
Characteristics of Wellbore Fluids: Learn about the characteristics and behavior of wellbore fluids and their impact on snubbing operations.
Snubbing Equipment: Gain an overview of snubbing equipment, including types of snubbing units, work windows, and BOP configurations.
Surface and Subsurface Equipment: Understand the purpose and function of surface and subsurface wellbore equipment, including trees, valves, and pressure control equipment.
Procedures: Learn about shut-in procedures, verification of shut-in, and monitoring during well control events.
Well Kill Techniques: Understand various well kill methods and pressure control techniques used in well interventions.
Special Situations: Learn how to handle special situations such as blockages, hydrates, H2S environments, and hydraulic fracturing operations.
Actions During Well Control Operations: Understand the roles and responsibilities of personnel during well control operations and the importance of communication.
Testing: Learn about pressure and function testing of well control equipment and wellhead components.
Ancillary Considerations: Understand the importance of gas detection, fluid-gas separators, and wellhead control panels during snubbing operations.

Course Outline

1. Risk Awareness and Management

Conditions and Risks Associated with Pressure Control Events
Live/Dead Well Status
24 Hour Operations
Risk Management
Pre-job Communication
Handover for Tour and Hitch Change
Safety Margin Selection
Emergency Procedures
Pressure Control Equipment/Barrier Envelope Considerations

2. Well Control Principles & Calculations

Pressure Fundamentals
Calculations
Principles
Pre-recorded Well Information
Secured Well Conditions

3. Workstring Principles

Tubular Condition
Buckling
Reduction of Tensile under Collapse Loading
Reduction of Pipe Strength

4. Barriers

Philosophy and Operation of Barrier Systems
Types of Barriers
Levels of Barriers
Barrier Management

5. Characteristics of Wellbore Fluids

Characteristics of Wellbore Fluids
Completion Fluids

6. Snubbing Equipment

Snubbing Equipment
Rig-Up

7. General Overview of Surface and Subsurface Wellbore Equipment

Tree
Pressure Control Equipment (PCE) Envelope
Through-Tubing Equipment
Accumulators
Stripping/Equalizing Loop
New Technology
Chokes and Choke Manifolds
Completion Equipment

8. Procedures

Shut-in
Verification of Shut-in
Monitoring and Recording During Shut-in
Stripping Operations
Preparing for Well Entry

9. Well Kill in Preparation of Well Intervention

Methodology of Pressure Control Techniques

10. Special Situations

Restricted Access, Blockages and Trapped Pressure in Tubing/Wellbore
Hydrates
H2S Considerations
Operations with Specific Pressure Control Concerns
Complication with Hydraulic Fracturing Operations
Planned Responses to Anticipated Well Control Scenarios/Equipment Failure

11. Actions During a Well Control Operation

Personnel Assignments
Communications Responsibilities

12. Testing

Pressure and Function Tests
Pressure Control Equipment Testing
Testing of Wellhead Equipment

13. Ancillary Considerations

Gas Detection
Fluid-Gas Separators
Wellhead Control Panel (if applicable)

1. Risk Awareness and Management

Conditions and Risks Associated with Pressure Control Events
Live/Dead Well Status
24 Hour Operations
Risk Management
Pre-job Communication
Handover for Tour and Hitch Change
Safety Margin Selection
Emergency Procedures
Pressure Control Equipment/Barrier Envelope Considerations

2. Well Control Principles & Calculations

Pressure Fundamentals
Calculations
Principles
Pre-recorded Well Information
Secured Well Conditions

3. Workstring Principles

Tubular Condition
Buckling
Reduction of Tensile under Collapse Loading
Reduction of Pipe Strength

4. Barriers

Philosophy and Operation of Barrier Systems
Types of Barriers
Levels of Barriers
Barrier Management

5. Characteristics of Wellbore Fluids

Characteristics of Wellbore Fluids
Completion Fluids

6. Snubbing Equipment

Snubbing Equipment
Rig-Up

7. General Overview of Surface and Subsurface Wellbore Equipment

Tree
Pressure Control Equipment (PCE) Envelope
Through-Tubing Equipment
Accumulators
Stripping/Equalizing Loop
New Technology
Chokes and Choke Manifolds
Completion Equipment

8. Procedures

Shut-in
Verification of Shut-in
Monitoring and Recording During Shut-in
Stripping Operations
Preparing for Well Entry

9. Well Kill in Preparation of Well Intervention

Methodology of Pressure Control Techniques

10. Special Situations

Restricted Access, Blockages and Trapped Pressure in Tubing/Wellbore
Hydrates
H2S Considerations
Operations with Specific Pressure Control Concerns
Complication with Hydraulic Fracturing Operations
Planned Responses to Anticipated Well Control Scenarios/Equipment Failure

11. Actions During a Well Control Operation

Personnel Assignments
Communications Responsibilities

12. Testing

Pressure and Function Tests
Pressure Control Equipment Testing
Testing of Wellhead Equipment

13. Ancillary Considerations

Gas Detection
Fluid-Gas Separators
Wellhead Control Panel (if applicable)

Group Exercises

Calculating snubbing forces for various pipe configurations and pressures
Developing operational procedures for complex BHA transitions
Analyzing well control events specific to snubbing operations
Creating contingency plans for equipment failures
Determining pressure test requirements for snubbing equipment
Interpreting force indicators during critical operations
Planning pipe movement sequences for tool joint transitions
Evaluating barrier systems for various operational phases

Gained Core Technical Skills

Comprehensive understanding of snubbing well control principles
Accurate calculation of forces encountered during snubbing
Proficient operation of specialized snubbing equipment
Proper implementation of pipe movement procedures under pressure
Effective risk assessment for complex snubbing operations
Appropriate response to well control events during snubbing
Clear communication during normal and emergency operations
Compliance with industry regulations and company procedures

Service Coverage

In Tamkene Training Center or On-Site: Covering Saudi Arabia (Dammam - Khobar - Dhahran - Jubail - Riyadh - Jeddah - Tabuk - Madinah - NEOM - Qassim - Makkah - Any City in Saudi Arabia) - MENA Region

Targeted Audience

The course is designed for:

Snubbing Operators and Supervisors
Well Intervention Specialists
Completion Engineers
Field Technicians involved in snubbing operations
Well Service Personnel
Aspiring Snubbing Professionals
Anyone responsible for snubbing well control operations

Practical Assessment

Practical Assessment is not required by IADC - WellSharp. A virtual simulator is available if required by the client.

Knowledge Assessment

Evaluate understanding of snubbing operations principles, including well control fundamentals, pressure control equipment, and snubbing hydraulics.
Test knowledge of IADC WellSharp standards, certification requirements, and the roles and responsibilities of snubbing personnel.
Assess ability to identify risks, hazards, and mitigation strategies associated with live well interventions.
Review procedures for equipment rig-up, BOP stack configurations, and the safe application of snubbing force calculations.
Examine awareness of emergency response protocols, kick detection methods, and well shut-in procedures during snubbing activities.

Why Choose This Course

Specialized Training: Focuses on snubbing-specific well control techniques and operations.
Hands-On Learning: Practice real-world scenarios using simulations and case studies.
Industry Certification: Earn the IADC WellSharp Snubbing Certification, recognized globally.
Safety Emphasis: Learn OSHA, API, and IADC safety standards for snubbing operations.
Expert Instructors: Gain insights from experienced snubbing professionals.
Career Advancement: Enhance your skills and qualifications for roles in well intervention and snubbing.
Global Relevance: Applicable to both onshore and offshore snubbing operations.

Note: This course outline, including specific topics, modules, and duration, is subject to change and also can be customized based on the specific needs and requirements of the client.

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