Stuck Pipe Prevention – Train Wreck Avoidance™

The Train Wreck Avoidance ™ – Stuck Pipe Prevention workshop provides the most comprehensive coverage in the industry for understanding and preventing the underlying causes of Stuck Pipe, Wellbore Instability, Loss Circulation, and other sources of non-productive time (NPT) in drilling operations. The workshop also focuses on correct responses by individuals and teams, early warning signs, and minimizing the impact to drilling operations. Through world-class presentations, practical discussion, and the best reference and instructional materials available, delegates hone their knowledge of basic drilling technology and how it relates to avoiding NPT.

What You Will Learn

• Mechanisms and risk factors that lead to stuck pipe incidents.
• Skills to prevent, recognize and resolve stuck pipe due to the following:
  • Differential Sticking
  • Wellbore Geometry
  • Wellbore Instability
• Mechanics of wellbore stresses and the impact on wellbore stability.
• Trend analysis skills to identify early warning signs of developing wellbore problems.
• Factors that govern hole cleaning in both vertical and deviated wellbores.
• Jar mechanics and how to use them effectively.
• Effective drilling and tripping practices.
• Cost-effective choices in planning fishing operations

Our agenda focuses on the following major topics:

• Stuck Pipe Prevention
• Rock Mechanics
• Wellbore Stress
• Wellbore Instability
• Trend Recognition
• Hole Cleaning
• Differential Sticking
• Wellbore Geometry
• Tripping Practices
• Fishing Practices

Who Should Attend

Agendas are typically customized to address topics relevant to the entire drilling and completions team, including operator, drilling contractor, and service companies.

Instructors

Instructors are field-seasoned professionals with excellent communication skills who have worked in the oil industry as managers and team leaders.

Duration

Typically 2 to 5 days