Well Test Program
Well Test Program
Well Test Program
BLOCK 8, SUDAN
HOSAN W-1
OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT
January 2011
0
1
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
1.0 INTRODUCTION:........................................................................................................................................................................3
1.1 TEST OBJECTIVE:.......................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2 TEST INTERVAL:.........................................................................................................................................................................3
1.3 WELL DATA:................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.4 CASING DATA:............................................................................................................................................................................4
1.5 RESERVOIR DATA:.....................................................................................................................................................................4
2.0 TEST REQUIREMENT:................................................................................................................................................................5
2.1 PERFORATION:............................................................................................................................................................................5
2.2 FLUID SAMPLING:.....................................................................................................................................................................5
2.3 COMPLETION FLUID:................................................................................................................................................................5
2.4 DATA ACQUISITION:..................................................................................................................................................................6
2.4.1 SURFACE DATA AQUISITION:.....................................................................................................................................6
2.4.2 DOWN-HOLE DATA AQUISITION:...............................................................................................................................6
2.5 TEST INTERVAL ISOLATION:...................................................................................................................................................6
2.6 REPORTING:.................................................................................................................................................................................6
3.0 TEST PROGRAM OUTLINE:......................................................................................................................................................7
4.0 TEST PREPARATION:..................................................................................................................................................................7
4.1 WELL TEST EQUIPMENT:..........................................................................................................................................................8
4.2 DST STRING & RIG FLOOR PREPARATION:..........................................................................................................................8
4.3 WELL PREPARATION:................................................................................................................................................................8
5.0 SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS:..................................................................................................................................................9
5.1 DST#1 (1959.0 1960.5 & 1961.3 1964.7 mRTE Zone):..........................................................................................................9
5.1.1 DEPTH CORRELATION & PERFORATION:................................................................................................................9
5.1.2 RUNNING TEST STRING & CONDUCT TEST OPERATIONS:..................................................................................9
5.1.4 FLOWING TEST:...........................................................................................................................................................10
5.1.5 MODIFIED ISOCHRONAL & MAX FLOW TEST:.....................................................................................................11
5.1.6 WELL KILLING & POOH:............................................................................................................................................11
5.3 WELL KILLING:.........................................................................................................................................................................12
5.4 COMPLETION FLUID:..............................................................................................................................................................12
5.5 WELL SUSPENSION..................................................................................................................................................................12
6.0 HSE DURING TESTING OPERATIONS:..................................................................................................................................12
6.1 GENERAL POINTS:...................................................................................................................................................................12
6.2 H2S SAFETY PROCEDURE:......................................................................................................................................................13
6.3 FIRE FIGHTING:........................................................................................................................................................................15
6.4 WELL OPERATING AND TESTING PROCEDURES:.............................................................................................................15
6.5 CONTINGENCY MEASURES:..................................................................................................................................................15
6.5.1 SURFACE LEAK:...........................................................................................................................................................15
6.5.2 DOWNHOLE LEAK:.....................................................................................................................................................15
6.5.3 FIRE ON SITE................................................................................................................................................................15
7.0 CREW ORGANIZATION AND DUTIES:..................................................................................................................................15
8.0 CONTIGENT EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:.........................................................................................................................16
ATTACHMENTS...............................................................................................................................................................................17
2
1.0 INTRODUCTION:
This document provides the specific well test program for the Hosan W-1 wildcat well. This program
details the operations to be followed during all phases of the well testing operations. The well test
supervisor may adjust the test program based on well behavior and recovered fluid type after consultation
and approval of Exploration department. It is essential that safety is given the highest priority during all
phases of the well testing program and that all personnel involved are fully aware of their responsibilities.
Hosan W-1 is the ninth well drilled by WNPOC in Block 08. Well location is 4.0 km west of Hosan-1 well.
In addition to standard reservoir parameters, the testing program is designed to evaluate certain key
parameter for Hosan W-1 development planning. They are:
a. To confirm the fluid content and presence of movable hydrocarbon of the reservoir sands.
b. To determine the magnitude of the flow rate that the well can sustain under selected conditions.
c. To determine the initial reservoir pressure and temperature.
d. To determine the formation productivity, permeability and skin factor.
e. To collect fluid samples (bottom hole and surface) for fluid properties, characteristics and composition
determination.
3
Well Name: Hosan W-1
Concession Area: Block 8
Operations Base: Khartoum, Sudan
Seismic Line: SP 1515 line sd8pc-2d-05-87
Well Location Coordinates:
UTM X: 619591.30 mE Long: 34 06' 17.0" E
Y: 1487375.39 mN Latit: 13 27' 06.0" N
Location: Dip line: sd8pc-2d-04-47
Strike line:sd8pc-2d-05-86
Well Classification: Wildcat well "Vertical"
Final Total Depth(MDRTE): 2090 mRTE 6856.9 ftRTE
PBTD (MDRTE) 3096.6 mRTE 10159.3 feet
RTE Drilling Rig (Dinder-2) : 9.0 meters 29.5 feet
Ground Level Elevation: 429.96 m (AMSL) 1410.6 feet (AMSL)
Well Status Suspended
AFE No 08 - 11001
AFE Planned Days 9.5 Days
AFE Amount USD 693,034.00
Note: Reference log is SLB PEX "MISP-HRLA-HNGC-PPC-SP" log dated 1st January 2011.
1.4 CASING DATA:
Casing Specification Setting Depth (mRTE)
Surface Casing 13 3/8 casing 68#/ft K55 BTC 439.0
Intermediate Casing 9 5/8 casing 47#/ft L80 BTC 1333.5
Production Casing 7" casing 29#/ft N80 BTC 2090.0
4
Size 4
Shot Density 12 SPM
Phasing 90
Charge HEPF
Firing System Electrical
Total
Vol. Number Reservoir Sampling
Study Volume DST
Required of cans Name Point
Item/Objective Required
Natural Flow
Oil/condensate
5 Litres 4 Plastic gallons 20 Litres DST-1 U. Dinder III Separator
Formation water for
lab analysis
5 Litres 2 Plastic gallons 10 Litres DST-1 U. Dinder III Separator
PVT Oil/condensate Downhole
sample
600cc 4 cylinders 2400 cc DST-1 U. Dinder III sample
PVT gas sample 20 Litres 2 Gas cylinders 40 Litres DST-1 U. Dinder III Separator
5
Wellhead pressure/temperature data should be recorded at the choke manifold data header. Fluid samples
should be collected for BS&W API gravity.
b. Separator:
All data collected at the separator (i.e., pressure, temperature, fluid rates and etc.) should be done manually
and electronically.
2.6 REPORTING:
Daily reports should be sent to Petroleum Development, Operations and Exploration Departments of
WNPOC, Khartoum by Email @ 6:00 AM.
Daily reports should be forwarded to the following personnel: [email protected]
[email protected],[email protected],
[email protected],[email protected],[email protected],assad.ahmed
@wnpoc.com.sd, [email protected], [email protected],
[email protected]
Six soft CD copies and six hard copies of well test report should be sent to Operations Department of
WNPOC, Khartoum within one week after completion of DST testing. The report must be reviewed &
approved by WNPOC well test engineer prior to submission. All day-to-day operations are to be discussed
and approved by the WNPOC Drilling Supervisor.
Immediate Contacts for operations advice:
1] Assad Barri, Well Test Engineer [email protected] at +249 912167490.
2] Mohd. Amir Shah, P. Tech. SH, [email protected] at + 0912312249
2] Puru ([email protected]) 24hr mobile phone number +249 9127 39752.
DST is planned to be carried out in 7 casing section. The summary of the test program is as per the table
below:
6
Expected
No. Operation Program Duration (hrs)
7
DST#1
3 connect flow line and kill line & pressure test lines 4
All equipments provided by service companies should be detailed in load out lists, which should be
supplied to the wellsite. Upon arrival on the rig, the senior representative from each service companies
should check that all equipments have arrived and are in good condition. Any deficiencies must be acted
upon and highlighted immediately to the well test supervisor.
Safety must be given the highest priority while preparing for and running the well test. A safety meeting
should be held before testing commences and at relevant intervals throughout the test program.
Approval from Drilling Supt. must be obtained for any major deviation from planned work.
4.1 WELL TEST EQUIPMENT:
4.1.1 DOWN-HOLE TOOLS:
a. All downhole test tools will be pressure tested to 3000 psi, drifted to 2.125 and have ID, OD
and lengths recorded.
b. Before each interval testing commences, the pressure test charts of Downhole tools must be
supplied by Contractor well test supervisor.
8
4.1.2 SURFACE EQUIPMENT:
a. All surface equipments will be pressure tested to 14MPa (2000 psi) upstream of choke
manifold and to 3.5MPa (500 psi) down stream of choke manifold.
b. Before each interval testing commences, the pressure test charts of surface equipments must be
supplied by Contractor supervisor.
c. Check flow meter calibrations by pumping a measured volume of water through each meter in
turn. Two consistent results should be obtained for each meter.
d. Check conditions of differential pressure gauges with Dead Weight Tester (DWT) and,
thermometers, hydrometers, Daniel orifice plates.
a. All tubing, drill collars, crossover subs are to be drifted and measured, all critical dimensions
must be recorded, and threads must be clean and in good condition.
b. All DST tools must be laid out and checked and cleaned from inside and outside, threads must
be cleaned & visually inspected for damage.
c. All PC pump drive rods must be laid out; threads & couplings must be cleaned & visually
inspected for damage.
d. Clear the rig floor of all non-essential tools and equipment in preparation for and running of
the test string.
e. Ensure all rig & handling equipment in good operating condition.
f. Ensure that the flare boom is in good condition.
9
a. Once an approval has been obtained from TSD, proceed to rig up CNLC WL.
Note: Conduct pre-job meeting before RIH with perforation gun.
b. RIH with 4 casing gun as per section 2.1. Correlate as per CBL-VDL-GR-CCL.
c. Perforate test interval. POOH R/D CNLCs equipment.
Important Notes:
- In case of blowout during perforation job, cut the wire using wire cutter and close blind
rams, and then kill the well. Wire cutter to be serviced and checked for easy access prior
RIH.
- Approval must be obtained from WNPOC Well Test Supervisor once gun is at depth, prior to
perforation.
a. Make-up and RIH test string bottomhole assembly as per Attachment 2. The final copy of the
test string configuration to be finalized onsite by WNPOC Test Supervisor.
b. Run DST tools and pressure test to 21MPa (3000 psi).
c. Run 4 EUE tubing with PC pump stator (5 1/2) and top fill with fresh water every 5
stands, pressure test PC pump stator and tubing to 14Mpa (2000psi).
d. Run 4 EUE tubing and top fill with fresh water and pressure test tubing string to 14MPa
(2000psi). Leave the last 20 stands empty to create around 800 psi underbalance.
e. Set RTTS packer and apply 3.5MPa (500 psi) for 10 minutes to annulus to ensure packer is
sealed.
f. Install pump flow head, run rotor & drive rod string [insure rotor is fully engaged into stator
with stop bushing tag] space out and land drive rod string, install PCP drive head assembly.
g. Connect surface lines to flowing head.
h. Pull rotor clear of stator to eliminate down-hole problems with PCP equipment backing off.
Note: Conduct pre-job meeting before start flowing.
a. Apply 1500 psi to annulus to open LPR-N tester valve. Open choke manifold valve on 16/64
choke and flow the well for initial clean up period. Wait for the well to respond for maximum
10
one hour. If well failed to flow naturally, insert rotor into stator and flow the well with 8Hz
pump frequency for one hour.
Important Notes:
- Monitor wellhead pressure & flow rate closely to avoid any uncontrolled situation.
- Direct the flow to the flare pit when first gas flow reached surface.
b. Close LPR-N tester valve and shut in the well for two times of the initial clean up period for
initial build up period.
c. Apply 10MPa (1500 psi) to annulus to open LPR-N tester valve and hold pressure.
d. Open choke manifold valve on 16/64 choke and flow the well for main clean up period
Increase choke size gradually to 24/64", 32/64" every 2 Hrs according to well performance
until 100% oil or stabilized BS&W is confirmed. The objective is to produce at least 2 times
the cushion fluid inside the tubing.
Important Notes:
If the well produced reasonable gases, stop the pump and flow the well naturally to avoid
damaging the PCP stator.
e. Continue flow for main flow period of 12 hrs using 32/64 choke. Monitor well head pressure
& flow rate.
f. Collect the required surface produced water, oil/condensate &gas samples. Test the produced
water. If it is likely formation water, allow for the Rw measurement or the salinity of the
produced water to stabilize prior to collection of produced water samples for lab analysis.
Important Note: Take all required surface oil/condensate, gas and water samples (if any) 2
Hrs before end of the Main Flow Period.
g. Apply annulus pressure to 14MPa (2000 psi) to activate RD sampler and collect bottom-hole
oil/condensate or water sample as required.
Important Note: This must only be done at the end of the main flow period [1 2 hrs before
main build up period] and under supervision of CNLC supervisor.
h. Close LPR-N tester valve and shut in well for 24 Hrs for main build up period.
11
a. Go for Modified Isochronal Test (MIT) as follows:
Pressure up annulus to open the LPR-N valve. Bean up choke size gradually and
switch to fixed choke at 3 different choke sizes "16/64, 32/64 & 64/64"" for 6 hours at
each choke sizes (MIT#1, MIT#2 & MIT#3). Shut-in well for 6 hours after each MIT.
Record all the required data.
b. Bean up choke size gradually to 128/64" choke size or at maximum achievable rate and
perform Maximum Flow period for about 6 hours. Shut in well for 6 Hrs build up period.
Important Note:
If the well doesn't flow gas, the MIT is not recommended.
Important Note: Inspect tubing while POOH and record any solid deposition observed.
Check the condition of sand screen.
i. Rig up Schlumberger, run and set bridge plug, POOH bridge plug setting assembly, pressure
test bridge plug to 10MPa (1500psi)
Important Note: in case of blowout during bridge plug job, cut the wire using wire cutter and
12
close rigs blind rams, and then kill the well. Wire cutter to be serviced and checked for easy
access prior RIH.
j. Go for next DST.
13
manifold, separator etc. in Mandarin, Arabic and English, and these areas will be kept clear
and there will be an obstructed access at all times.
e.Adequate kill fluid of the correct weight should be available.
f. Gas Detectors will be checked and made ready. Key personnel should be familiar with the
operating procedures of the meters. CO2 monitors should also be available on site and to be
tested. Concerned people to be trained in using them.
g. Rams, BOP, kill/choke lines, valves, and surface well control equipment should be tested
before DST program commences. All surface and downhole well test equipment should be
pressure tested to the figure specified in the program.
h. Conduct the clean up without spillage or uncontrolled release of hydrocarbons to the
environment.
i. Smoking is forbidden around the rig while DST. Everybody on the rig floor must wear personnel
protective equipment.
j. Make sure to clean up any hydrocarbon spillage in the working area or in the well cellar prior
release the rig.
6.2 H2S SAFETY PROCEDURE:
On first hydrocarbon to surface, minimal personnel are allowed upstream of the choke manifold
where samples will be taken. H2S will be monitored in the wellstream using Draeger and gas
chromatography equipment from the start of the test. Rig contractor to ensure that sufficient
breathing apparatus are provided on the rig floor at all times during the test. Testing with H 2S
hazard will be based on the following: -
Concentration of H2S In Air Actions
< 30 ppm Monitor concentration closely
30 - 60 ppm Breathing apparatus to be used with face mask available
for immediate use. Only essential personnel outdoors.
60 - 100 ppm Breathing apparatus must be used at all times. Only
essential personnel outdoors.
> 100 ppm Shut in the well and terminate the test.
H2S concentration in air and gas will be monitored on the rig floor by Well Test Operator and
reported to the Test Engineer at 15 minutes interval until H2S is confirmed.
Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S)
(a) Rig and Test contractors are to ensure sufficient number sets of breathing apparatus are
made available for their personnel.
14
(b) H2S in well fluids shall be checked immediately when hydrocarbon reaches surface and then
periodically as required. If H2S reaches or exceeds 30 ppm in the well stream, the following
steps are to be implemented: -
Inform WNPOC Test & Drilling Supervisor immediately.
Separator pressure shall be reduced to 50% of relief valve operating pressure.
Areas downwind of the test equipment shall be taped off and only persons wearing breathing
apparatus may work there.
A person wearing breathing apparatus shall check for H 2S downwind of the test equipment every
15 minutes.
Persons wearing breathing apparatus shall collect surface samples.
(c) H2S content in air around the test equipment, connections & flowlines must be checked
regularly once H2S is detected in the wellstream. H2S detection equipment will be monitored
continuously for presence of H2S in air. Only essential and trained personnel with protective
equipment will be allowed around the test area once H2S is detected.
(d) If H2S is detected in the general area then the well shall be shut in at the flowhead. If leaks
cannot be identified, rectified and subsequently pressure tested, the test shall be terminated by
bullheading.
The testing on this type of well will require close monitoring and discipline from all crews
involved. The actual testing will be supervised by WNPOC testing personnel who will report to the
Drilling Supervisor that will have the overall responsibility. The overall safety responsibility will
rest on the rig owner i.e. Rig Manager. He will be available at all times and work closely with the
wnpoc reps. If there are signs of gas leaking anywhere in the closed system, the well shall be
closed in without delay.
15
6.4 WELL OPERATING AND TESTING PROCEDURES:
Prior opening the well, whether it is the first flow period or not, the following steps must be adhered
to:
a. Prior to the well being opened for testing, the REMOTE SHUT DOWN system (in Wellhead)
should be function tested and witnessed by the Well Services Supervisor.
b. The Well Test Supervisor/Engineer shall be informed and agree before opening the well or
flaring.
c. The Well Test Supervisor/Engineer should determine the wind direction; confirm that the well is
appropriately lined up through the testing system to the sump/flare pit.
6.5 CONTINGENCY MEASURES:
a.The well test supervisor is responsible for the execution of the program and ensuring that
the service companies in accordance with the agreed operations procedures and any new
regulations imposed by the authorities and any relevant industry codes and standards.
b.The well test engineer of the service companies will provide technical support to the well
test supervisor while overseeing the individual service supervisors involved in the
operations and advise on the behavior of the well.
c.The drilling supervisor will liaise with drilling superintendent and is responsible for the
safe conduct of the test and directly responsible for rig operations.
16
d.The driller will be responsible for maintaining a watch on the drill floor, around the BOP
and wellhead and for monitoring any leakage occurred during testing. He will report any
abnormalities immediately to the drilling supervisor.
e.A downhole Tool operator shall be on rig floor all times during flow periods.
f.A derrick man or roughneck shall be on duty on the mud tanks throughout the test periods.
g.A PC pump operator shall be on the rig floor all times during flow periods.
If sand is produced above 5% by volume, use the following procedure to minimize chance of
sanding up the string. If indications of sand production are of concern (greater than 5% by
volume), make preparations to do the following:
a. Prepare to cycle the multi-circulating valve to circulating position before stop flowing.
b. Shut in well at choke manifold.
c. Cycle multi-circulating valve to reverse position.
d. Reverse out tubing contents from multi-circulating valve. Note amount of sand in reverse
out to assess potential amount of sand problem. If cannot circulate at this point: attempt
to surge tubing and casing, consider running bailer down to determine sand level and
consider bailing sand, attempt forward circulation followed by reverse again, option to
activate RD circulation valve.
e. Cycle multi-circulating valve to closed position.
f. Lift up on string and unset the packer. This may require that the flow line piping is
disconnected and the flow line ESD is closed. Reverse circulate back through the kill line
and through rig manifold back to CNLC (need to connect flow line direct to rig
manifold).
g. Attempt to reverse circulate through bottom of string to clear remaining sand from tubing
string. If cannot circulate at this point: attempt to surge tubing and casing, consider
running bailer down, attempt forward circulation followed by reverse again.
h. Bullhead well and POOH. Highlight the hazards of trapped pressure in safety meeting.
17
ATTACHMENTS
18
ATTACHMENT 2: DST String (DST#1):
19
ATTACHMENT 3: Log Results DST#1
20
ATTACHMENT 4: Petrophysical Summary
21
ATTACHMENT 6: Planned Well Suspension Schematic
22
23