Well Integrity and Well Control Awareness
Delegates gain a solid awareness of the barriers and controls that keep wells safe from drilling through to abandonment. The course explains well barrier principles, the causes of kicks and blowouts, and the equipment and procedures used to keep hydrocarbons contained. The programme suits technical and support staff who need to understand well integrity without operating the equipment.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Explaining the well barrier envelope concept
- 02Identifying the causes of kicks and well control incidents
- 03Describing primary and secondary well control methods
- 04Outlining the function of blowout prevention equipment
- 05Recognising well integrity threats across the life cycle
- 06Keeping hydrocarbons contained from drilling to abandonment
What you will gain
- Explain the well barrier envelope concept
- Identify the causes of well control incidents
- Describe primary and secondary well control
- Outline the function of blowout prevention equipment
- Recognise well integrity threats across the life cycle
Who should attend
- Drilling and well support staff
- Well engineering trainees
- HSE professionals
- Regulatory and technical staff
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 28 Oct 2026 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 9 to 11 Nov 2026 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 2 Dec 2026 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 1 to 3 Mar 2027 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 10 to 12 May 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 5 to 7 Jul 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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