Course Description

A course in Hoisting Equipment, particularly focusing on drawworks, is a specialized training program designed to educate individuals about the operation, maintenance, and safety procedures related to the primary lifting component in drilling rigs. The drawworks is a critical element responsible for raising and lowering the drill string during drilling operations. Participants learn about the components, control systems, and safe practices associated with drawworks operation. This training is essential for personnel in the oil and gas industry, where drawworks are central to drilling operations. Successful completion of this course equips individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate and maintain drawworks efficiently and safely, ensuring the success and safety of drilling projects.

Course Outlines

• Understand Hoisting System loads and operation
• Understand the different theories of operation of different Draw works Power Transmission Systems
• Understand the different theories of operation of different braking systems
• Perform Hoisting System routine inspection
• Perform Draw works routine maintenance, measurements and inspections
• Understand and maintain spinning catheads
• Understand and adjust hydraulic catheads
• Perform standard troubleshooting for Draw works