First Line Supervisor Blowout Prevention

The First Line Supervisors Blowout Prevention course will teach first line supervisors (drillers) who work on a drilling rig the theories of blowout prevention, how to use warning signs to recognize a kick and safely shut-in a well. Well control procedures and rig crew responsibilities during well killing operations are also covered.

Certificate Renewal

The First Line Supervisor Blowout Prevention exam can be challenged for two consecutive recertification cycles. A current First Line Blowout Prevention certificate; that is valid, or has expired by no more than 30 days, OR a valid Second Line Supervisors Well Control certificate, even if the student challenged First Line on their last certification, is required to take the challenge exam. To learn more about how to register for the challenge exam or how to access materials in preparation for the challenge exam, contact Energy Safety Canada by email at [email protected] or by phone at 1.800.667.5557

Upon Completion

Upon successful completion of this course and examination with a minimum score of 70%, you will receive a Certificate of Completion that is valid for three years.

Topics Covered

Source and magnitude of pressure
Causes and warning signs of kicks
Shut-in procedures
Crew positions and duties during well control operations
Procedures for circulating out influxes
Government regulations

Notes

Effective February 11, 2019: Bridging of certificate expiry dates will no longer be in effect
If you fail the exam following the course, you are allowed one rewrite within a 30-day period. If you fail the rewrite, you will be required to retake the full course.
Students rewriting the exam must register first with Energy Safety Canada. Once registered, the student is responsible to contact an approved testing facility to schedule a date and time for their exam (Sitting fees may apply). The exam will be conducted on a computer at an approved testing facility through an online proctoring system. The exam will only be accessible once you arrive at the testing facility. The student has 30 days to complete the exam at the approved testing facility.
All registrations, at all locations, are booked through Energy Safety Canada
Students must be on time and present for all course content instruction. Students who miss any course content cannot be certified and registration fees will not be reimbursed, as per the Cancellation Policy
Course duration may continue beyond 4:30 pm

Equipment Requirements for Virtual Course:

A currently supported version of your operating System for Windows or Apple
Stable internet connection with a supported web browser
Web Camera
Speakers / Microphone (headset recommended)
Government-issued, photo ID
Printer to print the certificate after successfully completing the course
Latest version of Zoom - as well as an account with Zoom
Once registered, click HERE to access a Virtual Course Tutorial Video for assistance

Related Courses

Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite for the Second Line Supervisor’s Well Control course Students must have a passing grade from the First Line course in order to register for Second Line.

Where

Nisku, AB T9E 1A8

Registration

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