Simulator Model Checklist

Primary Centre Name Centre No

Simulator Model No Serial No
Manufacturer Year of Manufacture
Rif Type (if applicable)

A copy of this form must be submitted for each simulator model proposed for approval
at primary or additional locations.

 The simulation environment must consist of at least two distinct and physically
separate panels and/or displays, capable of displaying the appropriate
instrumentation, switches or levers required by the Level 3 candidate and/or
Level 4 candidate during each step of the ‘IWCF Practical Assessment
Exercise’.
 A panel or display is defined as a place where a person performs one or more
activities in relation to a well control scenario. This will range from ‘initial set-up’ for
drilling to the ‘evacuation of the influx’ as required by the IWCF Practical
Assessment Exercise methodology.
 Unless otherwise stated in this document the following rules will apply to panel or
display components:
 Gauges and meter displays may be of the analogue or digital meter type.
 Analogue gauge and digital meter displays must have a minimum internal
diameter capable of being accurately read by the candidates being
assessed.
 Control switches may simulate push buttons or levers (resembling electric
or air operated systems respectively).

For Subsea BOP Stack Assessments: -

 A Subsea BOP stack panel must be used instead of a Surface BOP panel.
 A Kill Line pressure gauge must be included in/on the simulator capable of
being accurately read by the Level 4 Candidate while conducting the well kill
operation.

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Describe the functions of your simulator model by checking either the ‘Yes or No’ boxes in
the following tables.
1. Driller’s Station
A ‘Driller’s Station’ panel/display will be used to initiate and observe the following activities. (More
than one panel or display may be used for these activities): -
1.1. Drilling ahead by use of a draw-works brake lever. Y N
1.2. Hook load. Y N
1.3. Weight on bit. Y N
1.4. Control of mud pumps (two pumps minimum). Y N
1.5. Pump speed indicator. Y N
1.6. Pump pressure indicator. Y N
1.7. RPM indicator and throttle control. Y N
1.8. Pit deviation indicator. Y N
1.9. Pit and flow alarm adjustments (high and low). Y N
1.10. Return flow indicator. Y N
1.11. Trip tank indicator. Y N
1.12. Rate of penetration (ROP) Indicator. Y N
1.13. Standpipe manifold system where valve operation is simulated. The
system must be an integral part of the simulator operation. It will have as a
Y N
minimum; two pump discharge lines feeding in parallel to a standpipe
manifold with a single standpipe.
1.14. A choke manifold system where valve operation is simulated. The
system must consist of at least two chokes, one of which will be operable from
Y N
the "Remote Choke Control" panel/display. A vent line (also called a by-pass
or bleed line) that bypasses the chokes is optional.

2. Surface BOP Stack

This panel/display must resemble a Surface "BOP Control Panel" where the following
activities can be initiated and observed:
2.1. Master Control. (Simulated ‘Push to Operate’ switch or lever) Y N
2.2. Annular Control. (At least one Annular Preventer) Y N
2.3. Ram Control. (At least three Rams, one of which will be a Blind or Y N
Blind/Shear type)
2.4. Choke and kill line valve control (at least one choke valve and one kill
Y N
valve).
2.5. Annular pressure regulator control. Y N
2.6. Air, Accumulator, Manifold and Annular pressure indicators that are
Y N
integral to the system and monitor the hydraulic control unit.

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3. Subsea BOP Stack (Mandatory for Combined Surface/Subsea BOP Stack Assessments)
This panel/display must resemble a Subsea “BOP Control Panel” where the following activities
can be initiated and observed (Push button type panel to mimic electric operations):
3.1. Master Control (Push to operate button). Y N
3.2. Annular Control with Block function (at least one Annular Preventer). Y N
3.3. Ram Control (at least three rams one of which will be a Blind/Shear type) Y N
with Block function.
3.4. Choke and Kill Line valve control (at least one choke line and one kill line
that are piped into different ram cavities). At least one choke line valve and Y N
one kill line valve with Block function.
3.5. Annular Regulator Pilot control. Y N
3.6. Air, Accumulator, Manifold and Annular read back gauges that are integral
Y N
to the system and monitor the hydraulic control unit.
3.7. Flowmeter to accumulate the volume(s) used to activate functions. Y N
3.8. Open, Close and Block lights to show position of function prior to block. (If
the ram locking system is installed on the Subsea BOP Panel – it must be Y N
operational).

4. Remote Choke
This panel/display must resemble a Remote Choke Console where the following activities can be
initiated and observed: -
4.1. Drill pipe and Casing pressure gauges must be capable of
being accurately read.
Y N
For Subsea BOP stack assessment a kill line pressure gauge next to the
console must be capable of being accurately read.
4.2. Pump speed indicator (SPM). Y N
4.3. Total stroke counter and reset switch. Y N
4.4. Simulated Choke control handle. Y N
4.5. Choke position indicator. Y N

5. Data Recording Requirements

The system must be capable of recording, and printing, a continuous plot (graph) of key data,
scalable over time, as listed below, during the period leading up to a kick and throughout the kill
operation: -
5.1. During drilling: -
5.1.1. Hook load/W.O.B. Y N
5.1.2. RPM. Y N
5.1.3. SPM. Y N
5.1.4. ROP. Y N
5.1.5. Pit Gain or Loss. Y N
5.1.6. Pit Volume Y N
5.2. During well control: -
5.2.1. Bottom hole pressure. Y N
5.2.2. Strokes or volume pumped. Y N
5.2.3. Pore pressure/formation pressure. Y N
5.2.4. Choke position. Y N
5.2.5. Pit Gain or Loss Y N
5.2.6. Pit Volume Y N

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5.2.7. SPM. Y N
5.2.8. Drill pipe pressure. Y N
5.2.9. Casing pressure. Y N
5.3. The Candidate name(s) and exercise date must be entered in the Simulator prior to
commencement of the Exercise, and printed on the recorded plot (graph) at the end of the
exercise.
5.4 The original printed plot (graph) showing at least the Drillpipe Pressure,
Formation Pressure and Bottom Hole Pressure, must be signed by the Candidate(s)
and the Assessor, and submitted to IWCF with the Candidate registration form.
5.5. A copy of the printed plot (graph) must be retained with the candidate records at the
Assessment Centre.
5.6. The candidate(s) being tested may only see or discuss the key data with the Assessor on
completion of the exercise.

6. Software Requirements
The System software must be capable of simulating the following activities: -
6.1. Drilling ahead and drilling breaks. Y N
6.2. Wait & Weight Method. Y N
6.3. Driller’s Method. Y N
6.4. Volumetric Method. Y N
6.5. Stripping:
6.5.1. The weight indicator should accurately respond to the applied
friction caused by the drill string and/or tool joint passing through a Y N
closed annular or ram type preventer.
6.5.2. The Annular Preventer Regulating Pressure should accurately
respond to pressure surges caused by a tool joint passing through a Y N
closed annular preventer.
6.5.3. The stripping operation should be possible over an interval not
Y N
less than 500-ft (150 m), either by selecting single joints or stands.
6.6. Tripping and Trip Monitoring. Y N
6.7. Use of an inside BOP. (non-return type valve) Y N
6.8. Run exercises with vertical or deviated well geometry and reflect the
changes in mud weight, pressure and choke responses that occur during well Y N
control operations.

7. Failure And Problem Capability

The Simulator must be capable of modelling the following problems and failures: -
7.1. Annular or Ram BOP Failure, while shutting in the well following a kick. Y N
7.2. Determine shut in drill pipe pressure with a non-return type valve in the Y N
string.
7.3. Total pump failure, discontinuity of power to pump(s) in use. Y N
7.4. Plugged bit nozzle, plugging of one or more nozzles. Y N
7.5. Choke washout, a marked change in choke setting. Y N
7.6. Plugged choke, sudden pressure increase resulting from partial plugging. Y N

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8. Assessment Environment
8.1. Panels will be positioned so that Assessor can discreetly observe the
activity of the Level 3 candidate and the Level 4 candidate during the Practical Y N
Assessment Exercise.
8.2. In an Assessment Exercise, the Level 3 candidate must be able
to operate the Pump while the Level 4 candidate operates the
Choke.
Y N
When Portable Simulators are used, the Pump and Remote Choke panels
should be so angled that the Level 4 candidate cannot see the Pump Panel
and the Level 3 candidate cannot see the Remote Choke Panel.
8.3. To enable adjustment to the Simulator during an Assessment Exercise
the Operating Console must be capable of being sited so that the Y N
Candidate cannot observe any manipulation by the Assessor (or Simulator
Operator).
8.4. Units of measurement for gauges and meters will be at the discretion of
Y N
the simulator owner, but must be consistent for all functions
8.5. Rig floor noises may be included in the exercises if they are available on
Y N
the simulation equipment.

Authorised Assessment Centre Representative: -

As an authorised officer of the above company I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the
information given on this form is correct.

Name Position

Signature Date

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