Well Control Inspections

WELL CONTROL INSPECTIONS

ALMAEER delivers comprehensive BOP/Well Control Inspections in compliance with applicable industry standards, including API Standard 53.

Well Control Inspections focus on assessing the overall integrity and readiness of well control systems and procedures to manage the pressure and flow of hydrocarbons during drilling and well intervention activities.

 Well Control Inspections typically include the following areas:

  • Reviewing Well Control equipment, BOP Stack, choke manifold, kill line, BOP control unit, diverter systems and HP/HT requirements, for compliance to industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Verifying the availability and functionality of well control barriers, including primary barriers (e.g. BOP’s) and secondary barriers (e.g. mud systems, relief wells).
  • Evaluating well control procedures, emergency response plans, and personnel training, to ensure readiness for well control incidents.
  • Conducting tabletop exercises or simulations to test well control response capabilities and identify areas for improvement.
  • Documenting well control inspection findings, recommendations, and corrective actions to mitigate risks and enhance well control preparedness.

During Well Control Inspections ALMAEER’s specialists cover following systems, equipment and documents:

  • Accumulator and Control Units.
  • Annular Preventer.
  • Double RAM Preventer.
  • Single RAM Preventer.
  • BOP Test Unit.
  • BOP Spare Parts.
  • Choke Manifold.
  • Auto Choke.
  • Safety Valves.
  • Mud Gas Separator.
  • Verification and Recording of Identification Tag/Nameplate.
  • Verification of MPI, NDT, and UT Inspections.
  • Verification of Pressure Testing.
  • Completing intermediate inspection checklist.
  • Preparing Certificate of Service for individual equipment or grouped equipment.
  • Preparing Picture Book Report to reflect equipment Serial Number and Identification Tag.

The BOP Inspection process includes the following workscope:

  • Visual inspection of the BOP components for signs of wear, corrosion, or damage.
  • Functional testing of BOP functions, such as rams, annular preventers, and control systems, to ensure proper operation.
  • Testing of hydraulic systems, including pressure tests, to verify their integrity and responsiveness.
  • Verification of BOP maintenance records and compliance with manufacturer specifications and regulatory requirements.
  • Assessment of the BOP’s readiness for use in Well Control emergencies, including the availability of spare parts and emergency response procedures.