Exercise 6 Answers

WELL CONTROL
EXERCISE 6
Well Control Equipment

(Surface)
ANSWERS
Well Control Exercise 6 Well Control Equipment (Surface)
1. Match the items listed to the diagram.
Electric triplex pump assembly 10

Accumulator pressure relief valve 18
Check valve on triplex pump 15
Manifold regulator 20
Accumulator shut-off valve 16
Pressure transmitters 31-33
Accumulators 17
Annular regulator 27
4 Way valves 22
Air pump 6
Accumulator pressure gauge 28
Annular pressure gauge 30
Manifold pressure gauge 29
Hydro-electric pressure switch 11
Hydro-pneumatic pressure switch 4
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2. The purpose of having stored fluid under pressure in the accumulator bottles
is:
a. To reduce the closing time of BOP functions.

b. To enable the BOP to be closed in the event of a power failure.
c. To store hydraulic fluid.
d. To operate the remote choke.
e. a and b.
3. Nitrogen is the gas used to pre-charge accumulator bottles.
True / False
4. API RP 53 recommends a minimum operating pressure of 1200 psi and a

maximum operating pressure of 3000 psi. How much usable fluid would you
get from a 10 gallon capacity bottle?
5 gallons
5. If the capacity of the bottle in the last question was increased to 25 gallons
how much usable fluid would you now have?
12.5 gallons
6. A 3,000 psi accumulator system has 24 ten-gallon capacity bottles. How

many gallons of usable fluid are available according to recommendations laid
down in API RP 53 - Maximum operating pressure 3,000 psi - minimum
operating pressure 1,200 psi.
a. 240 gallons.
b. 480 gallons.
c. 120 gallons.
d. 100 gallons.
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7. In what position should 4-way valves be in during drilling operations?
a. Open
b. Closed
c. Open or closed
d. Block
8. On the remote panel the High-Low bypass valve allows you to put full
accumulator pressure to which of the following.
a. Rams only.
b. Annular only.
c. All functions.
d. Rams and HCR valves only.
9. The "unit/remote" switch on the accumulator allows you to do what when

"unit" is selected.
a. Adjust the annular regulator from the remote panel.

b. Adjust the manifold regulator from the accumulator.
c. Adjust the manifold regulators from the remote panel.
d. Adjust the annular regulator from the accumulator.
10. According to API RP 53, a closing unit should have a fluid reservoir to at
least:
a. The usable fluid capacity of the accumulator system.

b. Twice the usable fluid.
c. Three times the usable fluid.
11. What is the requirement for the charging system on an accumulator unit
according to API RP 53?
a. At least one pump.

b. Two electric pumps.
c. Two air pumps.
d. Two independent charging systems.
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12. According to API RP 53, what is the minimum pressure at which the charge
pumps should start recharging the system?
a. When accumulator pressure is 50% lower than operating

pressure.
b. When accumulator pressure is 75% lower than operating pressure.
c. When accumulator pressure is 90% lower than operating
pressure.
13. According to API RP 53, with accumulator bottles isolated, how long should it
take the pumps to:
- close the annular on pipe;
- open hydraulic choke line valve;
- charge manifold to 200 psi above pre-charge?
a. 1 minute or less.
b. 2 minutes or less.
c. 4 minutes or less.
d. 8 minutes or less.
14. According to API RP 53, what is the minimum pressure rating for valves and
fittings between the closing unit and the blowout preventer. (BOP RWP 10 K)
a. 1,500 psi
b. 3,000 psi
c. 10,000 psi
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15. Answer the following questions using the diagram of a Drillers remote control
panel.
a. What are the normal operating pressures seen on the following gauges
on the Drillers remote panel?
Gauge No 1 3000 psi

Gauge No 2 120-125 psi
Gauge No 3 1500 psi
Gauge No 4 650-1500 psi
b. If Gauge No 2 on the remote panel reads zero which of the following

statements is true?
i. The annular preventer can still be operated from the remote

panel.
ii. Choke and kill lines can still be operated from the remote
panel.
iii. No stack function can be operated from the remote panel.
iv. All functions on the remote panel will operate normally.
c. On which two gauges on the remote panel would you expect to see a
reduction in pressure when the annular preventer is being closed?
i. Gauge 1&2
ii. Gauge 2&4
iii. Gauge 3&4
iv. Gauge 1&4
v. Gauge 3&2
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16. Which of the following correctly describes the operation of the master valve
on the BOP remote panel?
a. The master valve when operated moves the 3 position valve to the
close position.
b. The master valve when operated will do a panel light test.
c. The master valve must be continually operated whilst functions on
the panel are made.
d. Holding the master air valve for 5 seconds then releasing it will allow
functions to take place.
17. The correct reason for operating the master air valve for 5 seconds prior to the
function on a remote BOP panel is:
a. To check the rig air pressure is correct.

b. To allow a build up of air pressure to operate the 3 position valve.
c. To bleed air from the system.
d. To give the operator time to think about what he is doing.
18. On a Driller's remote BOP control panel you close the annular preventer and
the close light illuminates. What is the light telling you?
a. A hydraulic signal has been sent to the accumulator unit.

b. The annular has closed.
c. The annular 4 way valve on the accumulator unit has functioned
and fluid should be going to the annular.
d. A microswitch in the back of the Driller's remote BOP control panel
has been activated, indicating that you have pushed the lever fully to
the close position.
19. Where are the switches to operate the lights on the remote BOP control panel
located?
a. In the back of the panel.

b. On or near the 4 way valves.
c. On the air supply to the remote panel.
d. On the function itself (e.g. ram or annular).
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20. The following statements relate to the Driller's remote control panel on the rig
floor. For each statement circle what you think is the correct answer.
a. The master control valve controls the air supply to the other valves.
True / False
b. The master control valve must be operated if any closing functions are
to work.
True / False
c. If you operate a function without operating the master control valve

that function will not work.
True / False
d. If you operate the master control valve and a function together that
function will not work.
True / False
e. If the upper ram close light on the panel illuminates you know the ram
is closing.
True / False
f. When the close light on the panel illuminates then you know the 3
position valve on the accumulator has moved to the close position.
True / False
21. A ram is closed on the Driller's remote BOP control panel. The close light
illuminates but the manifold pressure gauge does not drop. What has
happened?
a. Air supply has been lost to the Driller's panel.

b. The 4-way ram valve on accumulator unit has failed to shift.
c. Blockage in line between accumulator unit and BOP stack.
d. You forgot to hold down the master control valve for 5 seconds as
instructed.
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22. When shutting in a well from the remote BOP panel, a number of problems
may occur that makes you wonder whether the selected function has operated.
From the chart below place an "X" in the box or boxes where the problem may
relate to the cause.
Master 3 Position Blockage Leak in line Air lost Bulb

Valve not Valve not in line to to BOP blown
operated moved. BOP
Green light
goes out, red
light does not
come on, but X
pressures drop
and recover.
Lights and
pressures do X X X
not change.
Pressure drops
but does not X
recover.
Light changes
pressure's do X
not.
23. What is the API requirement for the lights (if present) on a remote panel for a
surface BOP?
a. Green for normal drilling operations.

b. Red open, green closed.
c. Red for normal drilling operations.
d. Green open, red closed.
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24. You are drilling ahead and the gauges on the Accumulator unit show:
Select the best answer
a. Everything OK.
b. There is a leak in the hydraulic system.
c. There is a malfunction in the hydraulic regulators.
d. Faulty pressure switch.
e. Faulty pump.
25. You are drilling ahead and the gauges on the accumulator unit show:
a. Everything is OK
b. There is a leak in the hydraulic system
c. There is a malfunction in the hydraulic regulators
d. Faulty pressure switch
e. Faulty pump.
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26. You are drilling ahead and the gauges on the accumulator unit show:
a. Everything is OK.
c. There is a malfunction in the hydraulic regulators.
e. Faulty pump
27. After stopping drilling and closing the annular, annular pressure dropped and
recovered, now the accumulator unit shows:
a. Everything is OK.
c. There is a malfunction in the regulators.
e. Faulty pump.
28. In a BOP stack with one annular, three rams and an HCR on both the kill and
choke lines the following volumes are required:
Close (Gallons) Open (Gallons)

Annular 31.1 31.1
RAM 24.9 23
HCR 2 2
a. How many gallons are required to close, open and close all functions?
323.7 gallons
b. The operator's requirements as per API RP 53 are for a minimum

operating pressure of 1200 psi. How many 10 gallon capacity
accumulator bottles are required to provide enough useable fluid.
65 bottles
29. A Cameron 13 5/8", 10,000 psi working pressure, ram BOP, has a closing ratio
for pipe and shear rams of 7.0 - 1.
a. What is the minimum closing pressure required for the BOP?
1428 psi
b. If available accumulator pressure is 3000 psi and the opening ratio is

2.3 -1, at what maximum wellbore pressure can we strip ram to ram?
6900 psi
c. Hydraulic fluid requirement to close all rams, including shear rams at

RWP is 258 gallons. How many 10 gallon accumulator bottles will be
required?
70-71 bottles
Gas Fluid
PC 1000 10 -
3000 3.3 6.7
1000 x 10
3000
1428 7 3
1000 x 10
1428
Useable 3.7 258 / 3.7 = 70
30. Diverter systems are designed to totally seal in a well.
True / False
31. The main purpose of a diverter is to divert shallow gas.
True / False
32. Diverters vent lines must be small diameter lines.
True / False
33. The requirements of a diverter system are a low pressure annular preventer
and an overboard vent line via a mud gas separator.
True / False
34. Once the diverter has been activated, what is the correct sequence for the
operation of a surface diverter system. Wind direction is starboard to port.
a. Open starboard vent, close shaker valve, close diverter.

b. Close diverter, close shaker valve, open starboard vent.
c. Close diverter, open port vent, close shaker valve.
d. Open port vent, close shaker valve, close diverter.
35. Identify the parts of the following diverter.
9 Outer housing 5 Diverter lock-down dogs
6 Flowline 1 Operating block
7 Flowline seals 2 Insert packer lock-down dogs
4 Active packer 3 Insert packer
8 Diverter (Inner housing)
36. Which of the following statements regarding annular preventers are true?
a. Annular preventers will seal on open hole.
True / False
b. Annular preventers will seal on any item in the wellbore.
True / False
c. Annular preventers will allow the string to be reciprocated while

closed.
True / False
d. Each annular preventer uses a range of operating pressures depending

on operational circumstances.
True/ False
e. The same type of rubber is always used to make packing units for
annular preventers.
True / False
37. Identify the parts of the Hydril GK.
4 Opening chamber 2 Packing unit
5 Closing chamber 1 Head (screw)
3 Piston
38. Identify the parts of the Shaffer.
3 Opening chamber
5 Closing chamber
2 Packing unit
4 Piston
1 Head (latched)
39. Identify the parts of the Cameron 'D' Type.
5 Opening chamber
7 Closing chamber
4 Packing unit (donut)
3 Insert packer/sealing element
6 Piston
2 Head (latched)
1 Ring groove
40. Identify the parts of the Hydril GL.
4 Opening chamber
6 Closing chamber
8 Secondary chamber
3 Opening chamber head
Packer element
2
Piston
5
Piston seals
7
41. The diagram shows an exploded view of a Cameron 'U' type ram preventer.
Match the items listed below to the numbers indicated on the drawing.
1 Body 8 Locking screw
6 Cylinder, Operator 2 Intermediate flange
1 Bonnet 18/19/20/21/25/40/41 Seal rings, Connecting rod
4 Ram assembly 5 Piston, Operating
22 Bonnet seal 11 Ram change cylinder
9 + 10 Ram change piston
42. Identify the parts of the Cameron blind/shear ram.
4 Side packers
2 Blade packer
1 Top seal
3 Top ram block
5 Lower ram assembly
43. Identify the parts of the Cameron pipe ram.
4 Ram packer
2 Top seal
3 Ram block
1 Extrusion plate
44. Identify the parts of the Shaffer blind/shear ram.
1
Upper Ram block
3 Lower Ram block
7 Upper seal/rubber
2 Lower seal/rubber
6 Upper holder
4 Lower holder
5 Lower shear blade
45. Identify the parts of the Shaffer pipe ram.
3 Holder
1 Block
2 Seal/rubber
46. The main functions of the "weep hole" on ram type BOP is to:
(Two answers)
a. Show the seals on the bonnet is leaking.

b. Show the primary mud seal on the piston rod is leaking.
c. Release any overpressure that may occur during testing.
d. Prevent damage to the opening chamber.
47. If a primary mud seal fails during a kill operation you have no back-up seal.
True / False
48. When testing a pipe ram at the weekly BOP test you are informed that the
Weep hole on the ram is leaking fluid.
What action would you take?
a. The 'weep hole' only checks the closing chamber seals so leave it till
next maintenance schedule.
b. Energise emergency plastic packing ring. If leak stops then leave it till
next maintenance schedule.
c. Primary mud seal is leaking and you should repair immediately.
d. Ram packing elements on ram body are worn and should be replaced
immediately.
e. A leak here is normal because metal sealing faces in the ram need some
lubrication to minimise damage.
49. With regard to ram locking devices, are the following statements True or
False?
a. All rams have locking devices.
True / False
b. Locking devices increase the closing pressure on rams.
True / False
c. Locking devices keep rams closed if hydraulics fail.
True / False
d. All pipe rams will allow the string to be hung off.
True / False
e. Rams are designed to hold pressure from both above and below.
True / False
50. Select the correct definition of the "Closing Ratio" of a ram preventer.
a. Area of rubber seal compared to metal.

b. Operating pressure required to close the ram against a specific wellbore
pressure.
c. Operating pressure required to open the ram against a specific wellbore
pressure.
d. Ratio of the packer area against the piston rod area.
51. For the following ram type BOP:
BOP RWP 15000 psi

Closing ratio 6.8 : 1
Opening ratio 3:1
Accumulator operating pressure 3000 psi
a. What is the minimum pressure required to close at maximum wellbore

pressure?
2205 psi
b. What is the maximum pressure against which the ram can be opened?
9000 psi
52. What is the recommended closing time according to API RP 53 for the
following components?
Surface Stack
a. 13 5/8" 15K RWP Ram 30 seconds
b. 21 1/4" 5K RWP Annular 45 seconds
c. 16 3/8" 5K RWP Annular 30 seconds
d. 11" 5K RWP Ram 30 seconds
53. a. Of the 4 types of gasket listed, indicate which flange (API 6B, API
6BX) they would be used with.
Type R Octagonal 6B .
Type R Oval 6B .
Type RX 6B .
Type BX 6BX ,
b. Which two of the above gaskets are pressure energised?
6RX and 6BX .
54. Are the following statements true or false regarding API ring gaskets?
a. Pressure energised type gaskets should be re-used.
True / False
b. 6B flanges with R gaskets require more checking than 6BX with BX

gaskets.
True / False
c. The nominal size of a flange is the diameter of the required gasket.
True / False
55. Regarding the Rated Working Pressure (RWP) of a BOP, are the following
statements true or false?
b. The Rated Working Pressure of a BOP is the maximum internal

pressure it is designed to hold.
True / False
a. The criteria used to determine the required RWP of a BOP is the

maximum anticipated surface pressure.
True / False
56. According to API, BOP stacks should be pressure tested on a regular basis.
This would include:
(Three answers)
a. After any maintenance.

b. Prior to a known high pressure zone.
c. Every day.
d. Every change of bit or BHA.
e. After each new casing string.
57. When testing a surface BOP stack with a test plug, the side outlet valves below
the plug should be kept in the open position.
a. Because the test will create extreme hook loads.

b. Because of potential damage to casing/open hole.
c. Otherwise reverse circulation will be needed to release test plug.
d. To check for a leaking test plug.
e. a and b are correct.
f. b and d are correct.
58. Under what circumstances would a 'CUP-TYPE' tester be used in preference

to a 'TEST-PLUG' when testing a surface BOP stack.
a. There is no difference, they are interchangeable.

b. When you require to test entire casing head, outlets and casing to
wellhead seals.
c. To test stack without applying excess pressure to wellhead and casing.
59. After connecting the open and close hoses to the BOP good practice would be
to carry out which of the following first?
a. Take a slow circulating rate.

b. Drain accumulator bottles and check precharge.
c. Function test all items on the stack.
d. Place all functions to neutral (block) position to charge up the hoses.
60. Drillstring safety valves are required to be tested (According to API RP 53):
(Two answers).
a. Less often than the BOP.

b. Each time the BOP is tested.
c. To the same pressure as the BOP up to a maximum 10000 psi.
d. To the same RWP as the kelly/TDS.
61. The diagram shows an Inside BOP (IBOP) or Non Return Valve (NRV).
Match the items listed below to the numbers indicated on the drawing.
8 Valve spring 6 Valve insert
3 Release tool 7 Valve head
5 Valve seat 9 Lower body
2 Valve release rod 4 Upper body
1 Release rod locking screw
62. The diagram shows a Full Opening Safety Valve (FOSV). Match the items
listed to the numbers on the diagram.
5 Ball
3 Lower seat
4 Upper seat
1 Body
2 Crank
63. a. Full opening safety valves are easier to stab than non return valves if
back flow occurs.
True / False
b. Non return valves require the use of a key to close.
True / False
c. Full opening valves have to be pumped open to read SIDPP.
True / False
d. Full opening valves must not be run into the hole in the closed
position.
True / False
64. With regard to drillstring floats (e.g. flapper type or spring loaded type) which
of the following are true or false?
a. Floats allow reverse circulating.
True / False
b. Floats increase surge and swab pressures.
True / False
c. Floats prevent back flow up the drillstring.
True / False
d. Floats protect the bit from plugging.
True / False
e. Floats should be run if shallow gas is anticipated.
True / False
f. Floats allow SIDPP to be read without further action.
True / False
65. When RIH with a solid float, the drillstring must be filled from the top on a
regular basis. What might be the result if this procedure is not carried out
correctly?
(Two answers)
a. Drillpipe collapse.
b. Drop in BHP due to air bubble.
c. Riser collapse.
d. Mud losses.
e. Stuck pipe.
66. Based on the following diagram, with a mud weight of 11.3 ppg flowing
through the MGS and liquid seal.
a. How much hydrostatic head (back pressure) would have to be

overcome before gas vented to the shale shakers? (i.e. the Maximum
Operating Pressure).
5.9 psi
b. Which dimension would determine the actual working pressure of the

above MGS for a given flow rate?
i. Vessel diameter and length.

ii. Liquid seal diameter and length.
iii. Height of vessel above flowline.
iv. Vent line diameter and length.
67. The main function of the choke in the overall BOP system is:
a. To divert fluid to the mud tank.

b. To divert contaminant to burning pit.
c. To close the well in softly
d. To hold back pressure while circulating up a kick.
68. The reason for having at least two chokes in the manifold is:
a. To reduce back pressure.

b. To allow separation of fluid and gas.
c. To reduce load on the mud gas separator.
d. To provide a back up in case of washout/plugging.
69. According to API, what is the minimum size of the lines downstream of the
choke, or of the 'bypass' line?
a. At least 2 inches.
b. At least 3 inches.
c. At least 14 inches.
d. At least the same diameter as the choke line.
70. Which valves would need to be open to circulate, using the mud pump, down
the drillstring, through the remote choke and mud gas separator?
Valve
Numbers 1 3 6 7 8 9 10 16
71. Which valves would need to be open to circulate, down the kill line, using the
cement pump, through the manual choke and mud gas separator?
Valve
Numbers 2 4 5 6 7 13 14 16
15
72.
a. With the drillstring in the hole and the well shut-in on upper pipe ram,
can the well be circulated whilst repairs are made on annular?
Yes / No
b. With the well shut in on open hole, can a set of 5" rams be changed to
31/2" rams?
Yes / No
c. Can the casing head valves be repaired with the string in the hole and
the well closed on the annular?
Yes / No
73.
a. With the drillstring in the hole and the well shut-in on 5" pipe rams,
can we repair the HCR valve?
Yes / No
b. With no drillstring in the hole and the well shut-in on blind/shear rams,
can we repair the HCR valve?
Yes / No
c. With the drillstring in the hole and the well shut-in on 5" pipe rams,
can another set of pipe rams be added?
Yes / No

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What are the main components of a BOP system and their functions?

What are the main components of a BOP system and their functions?

What are the requirements for accumulator systems according to API RP 53?

What are the requirements for accumulator systems according to API RP 53?

WELL CONTROL

Well Control Equipment

1. Match the items listed to the diagram.

Electric triplex pump assembly 10

a. To reduce the closing time of BOP functions.

3. Nitrogen is the gas used to pre-charge accumulator bottles.

4. API RP 53 recommends a minimum operating pressure of 1200 psi and a

6. A 3,000 psi accumulator system has 24 ten-gallon capacity bottles. How

7. In what position should 4-way valves be in during drilling operations?

9. The "unit/remote" switch on the accumulator allows you to do what when

a. Adjust the annular regulator from the remote panel.

a. The usable fluid capacity of the accumulator system.

a. At least one pump.

a. When accumulator pressure is 50% lower than operating

Gauge No 1 3000 psi

b. If Gauge No 2 on the remote panel reads zero which of the following

i. The annular preventer can still be operated from the remote

a. To check the rig air pressure is correct.

a. A hydraulic signal has been sent to the accumulator unit.

a. In the back of the panel.

c. If you operate a function without operating the master control valve

a. Air supply has been lost to the Driller's panel.

Master 3 Position Blockage Leak in line Air lost Bulb

a. Green for normal drilling operations.

Select the best answer

Select the best answer

Select the best answer

Select the best answer

Close (Gallons) Open (Gallons)

b. The operator's requirements as per API RP 53 are for a minimum

a. What is the minimum closing pressure required for the BOP?

b. If available accumulator pressure is 3000 psi and the opening ratio is

c. Hydraulic fluid requirement to close all rams, including shear rams at

30. Diverter systems are designed to totally seal in a well.

31. The main purpose of a diverter is to divert shallow gas.

32. Diverters vent lines must be small diameter lines.

a. Open starboard vent, close shaker valve, close diverter.

35. Identify the parts of the following diverter.

9 Outer housing 5 Diverter lock-down dogs

6 Flowline 1 Operating block

7 Flowline seals 2 Insert packer lock-down dogs

4 Active packer 3 Insert packer

8 Diverter (Inner housing)

a. Annular preventers will seal on open hole.

b. Annular preventers will seal on any item in the wellbore.

c. Annular preventers will allow the string to be reciprocated while

d. Each annular preventer uses a range of operating pressures depending

37. Identify the parts of the Hydril GK.

4 Opening chamber 2 Packing unit

5 Closing chamber 1 Head (screw)

38. Identify the parts of the Shaffer.

39. Identify the parts of the Cameron 'D' Type.

4 Packing unit (donut)

3 Insert packer/sealing element

40. Identify the parts of the Hydril GL.