CEMENTING CHECKLIST

Squeeze/Open Hole Plug Work Strings

1. Is there (+/- 700) of stinger (2-7/8 or 3-1/2 tbg, or 3-1/2 DP) at rig?
2. Are there appropriate handling tools for stinger at rig?

Yes/No
Yes/No

Cementing Equipment/Accessories
1. Are wiper plugs correct size for casing and free of cuts and/or defects?
2. Witness loading of wiper plugs in cementing head/manifold?

Yes/No
Yes/No

Cement Supply
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4.

Is correct type and amount (50-100% excess if practical) of cement at rig?

Are adequate quantities (100% excess if practical) of additives onboard
Inspection of cement storage and transfer facilities complete?
Is there an alternate source(s) of cement if a pneumatic line breaks or plugs?

Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No

Cementing Personnel
1. Do cementer and key personnel agree on all volumes and rates?
2. Does cementer understand contingency plan/procedures?
3. Are two individuals assigned to record displacement volumes?

Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No

Cement Pumping
1. In case of cement pump failure, is rig pump ready to take over?
2. Is rig pump efficiency known by pumping into a calibrated tank?

Yes/No
Yes/No

Cement Mixing
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Is cement mixing equipment working properly before cementing?

Is calibration of pressurized mud balance complete?
Are densitometers operating correctly before cementing (calibrated)?
Are adequate blended sample containers available?

Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No

Mix Water/Displacement Fluid

1. Is quality and supply of cement mix water satisfactory?
2. Is quality and supply of displacement fluid satisfactory?

Yes/No
Yes/No

Pressure Testing/Safety
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Is chiksan line from cement manifold safely chained to hook or bails?

Is testing of cement lines to specified working pressure complete?
Has cement manifold lines to specified working pressure complete?
Has safety valve been installed at top of working string?

Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No
Yes/No