About US

Welcome to Panaich Oilfield Training Services Inc., (POTS) an Accredited IWCF Well Control Training Center in Canada, established in the year 2016 by distinguished professionals and academics with extensive expertise in the field of oil and gas upstream industry.

The core activity of POTS is conducting IWCF (Combined Surface/Subsea Stack Well Control & Well Intervention Pressure Control Training) Level 2 and Level-3 and Level-4 courses for drilling personnel.

Our step towards taking care of needs of drilling industry; POTS has already acquired an accreditation from IWCF and IWCF compliant portable simulators from UK for conducting these certified training programs. Our new simulator can simulate dynamic positioning and emergency disconnect also MUX systems of BOP controls.

POTS best in class room training facilities, equate batch sizes, sufficient simulator practice, various assignments and self-study exercises make our programs a unique learning experience.

POTS use state of the Learning Management Systems (LMS), which provides online learning as soon as candidates register for class. The class at POTS is not limited to four days but fits to candidates own learning style and timing. The LMS gives access to manual exercises, math review exercises before joining class. Our instructor brings field experience, Petroleum Engineering Technology, Master Instructional Skills & latest LMS technology to the class room. POTS is in partnership with Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT-Edmonton, Canada). Kanwal Panaich had the opportunity to teach Rig Technician (1,2,3), IADC & IWCF courses so it is easier to connect to RIG Tech skills and take it over advanced concepts of Well Control (IWCF/IADC) Driller/Supervisory skills. The candidates with RIG TECH red seal certification are eligible to attend IWCF level 3 OR Level 4 Course.

Our drive to make a difference and continue to lead the evolution by active training programs is at the core of what makes our trainings so effective. At POTS Training Institute, we are always committed to create new ways of improvement, from trainers and management team to students, we teach skills that improve knowledge and increase work efficiency in drilling industry personnel. The clients list includes major Canadian/Global drilling contractors including NABORS, ENSIGN, Savanna Energy, TRANSOCEAN, NOBLE, Weatherford International, Grey Wolf, Trinidad, Shell, Baker etc. POTS also offer live well intervention courses as well IADC courses. As the team behind POTS initiative are, highly experienced and have thorough knowledge on all the aspects of conducting IWCF courses and other related drilling programs; you can be rest assured that the programs will be conducted strictly as per the guidelines of IWCF-UK. However, for us to survive, your unstinted cooperation and support is essential. We hope that we will receive that in abundance from you and your esteemed organization.

Our Instructors/Assessors

Our lead instructor Kanwal Panaich, had been able to achieve high success rate in IWCF courses from 2010. He has been teaching RIG TECH Trade to most Canadian drilling Contractors. Our team of IWCF Instructors/Assessors is approved by IWCF-UK and they are highly experienced and qualified to deliver drilling training sessions. POTS provide up-to-date theoretical knowledge as well as real time scenarios explained by highly experienced trainers who have up-to-date knowledge on well control practices. Instructors have got excellent communication and presentation skills and they are committed to teaching and coaching participants needing special attention throughout the course.

Well Control Courses

From 01 Sep-2014, Level 2 is a prerequisite for candidates who are obtaining IWCF certification for the first time, and wishing to progress to Level-3. But RIG tech Graduates don not have to start at IWCF level 2, POTS can directly put them in appropriate level.

POTS conducts following IWCF-UK accredited courses at Canada training center: -

1. IWCF DRILLING LEVEL 2 Surface & Subsea WELL CONTROL (without Simulator) 2. IWCF DRILLING LEVEL 3 Surface & Subsea WELL CONTROL (Driller Training - 5 Days) 3. IWCF DRILLING LEVEL 4 Surface & Subsea WELL CONTROL (Supervisor Training - 5 Days)

1. IWCF LEVEL 2 Surface & Subsea DRILLING WELL CONTROL COURSE Duration: 4 Days

Intended for:

The Level 2 Drilling and Well Personnel Basic Well Control Training for 4-days is “recommended by OGP as a basic well control training module. It is to be taken by all members of the wellsite Operations team working in roles which may directly contribute to the creation, detection or control of a well influx” (page 9, OGP Report 476). This course is also designed to give potential well control certification candidates an awareness well control Theory, Practices and Equipment as a preparation prior to taking levels 3 & 4. The delegates who have little or no industry experience and require a greater depth of theoretical and practical knowledge in achieving a better understanding of drilling equipment, drilling practices and the common problems associated with drilling operations can also attend this introductory course.

Positions suited to Drilling Level 2:

1. Assistant to Wellsite Supervisor or Wellsite Drilling Engineer 2. Wellsite and office based Operations Geologist 3. Roughneck 4. Derrickman 5. Barge Engineer 6. BOP/Subsea Engineer, Dynamic Positioning (DP) Operator

and LMRP Engineer 7. Drilling Contractor Wellsite Rig Engineer

Course Overview: The aim of this course is to provide a basic understanding of features of drilling a well and the fundamental principles involved in maintaining well control.

Course objectives: Understand the negative consequences associated with loss of well control

Understand the need for detection Recognize the warning signs of abnormal pressure Know the actions that should be taken when kick indicators

are present Be familiar with the functions of the bop equipment Be able to select well control method to regain control Be able to fill in a IWCF surface and/or subsea kill sheet Be able to calculate kill mud weight, initial circulation pressure

and final circulation pressure Correctly obtain shut in pressures in the well Understand the barrier concept Know the impact pumping cement could have on well control Obtain sufficient knowledge to pass a written IWCF test with

minimum 70% score. Course Delivery:

The course is delivered through interactive lectures, presentations, classroom study book, handouts, assignments; exercises etc. there will be two written exams; Equipment and Principles & Procedures. Successful completion of the course and examination will result in IWCF Level 2 certification with 5 years validity.

Course Content: 1. General well control principles 2. Risk assessment 3. Hydrostatic pressure 4. Formation pressures 5. Primary & secondary well control 6. Well control equipment 7. Surface equipment

8. Well barrier concept 9. Kick causes 10. Kick detection 11. Influx characteristics and behavior 12. Well control methods 13. Inflow testing

2. IWCF LEVEL 3 Surface & Subsea DRILLING WELL CONTROL COURSE (Drillers Training)

Duration: 5 Days Intended for:

This course has been designed for Drillers, Assistant Drillers and others with a requirement to hold an IWCF Well Control certificate.

Course Overview: This course has been designed on Certification Standards based on a detailed analysis of the well control knowledge and the practical tasks have to master in order to perform their job responsibilities as Drillers, Assistant Drillers and others who required holding an IWCF Well Control certificate. The standards have been devised so that the measurement of their skills and knowledge can be assessed systematically.

Course objectives:

The objective of Well Control Course, is to provide delegates with a good understanding of drilling operations,

Maintenance of wells, Advanced knowledge and safe operation of well control

equipment techniques, Good understanding in preventative well control measures, Recognition of well control events, Measurement of well control parameters and proper

response to observations, Closing in Blowout prevention equipment to stop unwanted

formation of fluids, gaining understanding in using the various well control techniques in a controlled manner to regain primary well control.

Course Delivery:

The course is delivered through lectures supported by presentations, self-study exercises, and practical work on a drilling simulator. Delegates attending Level 3 (Driller) Well Control course will sit a practical assessment using a drilling simulator and two written examinations on Equipment and Principles & Procedures. Successful completion of all the three components will result in IWCF Level 3 certification with 2 years validity.

Course Content:

1. Well control equipment 2. API Recommended Practices and API Specifications 3. Introduction to formation pressures and strengths 4. Hydrostatic pressure 5. Dynamic pressure 6. Equivalent Circulating Density (ECD) 7. Gas law and fluid behaviour 8. Causes of kicks 9. Kick indications 10. Shut-in procedures 11. MAASP 12. Compensating for choke line friction 13. Riser margin 14. IWCF kill sheets for vertical wells 15. Kill methods and kill problems 16. Well control in deviated wells 17. IWCF kill sheets for deviated to horizontal wells 18. Exercise and IWCF practical test

3. IWCF LEVEL 4 Surface & Subsea DRILLING WELL CONTROL COURSE Supervisors Training

Duration: 5 Days

Intended for:

This course has been designed for Drilling Supervisors, Well Engineers, OIM and others with a requirement to hold an IWCF Well Control certificate.

Course Overview: This course has been designed on Certification Standards based on a detailed analysis of the well control knowledge and the practical tasks have to master in order to perform their job responsibilities as Supervisor and others who required holding an IWCF Well Control certificate. The standards have been devised so that the measurement of their skills and knowledge can be assessed systematically.

Course objectives:

The objective of Well Control Course, is to provide delegates with a good understanding of drilling operations,

Maintenance of wells, Advanced knowledge and safe operation of well control

equipment techniques, Good understanding in preventative well control measures, Recognition of well control events, Measurement of well control parameters and proper

response to observations, Closing in Blowout prevention equipment to stop unwanted

formation of fluids, gaining understanding in using the various well control techniques in a controlled manner to regain primary well control.

Course Delivery:

The course is delivered through lectures supported by presentations, self-study exercises, and practical work on a drilling simulator. Delegates attending Level 4 (Supervisor) Well Control course will sit a practical assessment using a drilling simulator and two written examinations on Equipment and Principles & Procedures. Successful completion of all the three components will result in IWCF Level 4 certification with 2 years validity.

Course Content: 1. Well control equipment 2. API Recommended Practices and API Specifications 3. Introduction to formation pressures and strengths 4. Hydrostatic pressure 5. Dynamic pressure 6. Equivalent Circulating Density (ECD) 7. Gas law and fluid behaviour 8. Causes of kicks 9. Kick indications 10. Shut-in procedures 11. MAASP 12. Compensating for choke line friction 13. Riser margin 14. IWCF kill sheets for vertical wells 15. Kill methods and kill problems 16. Well control in deviated wells 17. IWCF kill sheets for deviated to horizontal wells 18. Exercise and IWCF practical test

POTSs Well Control Course Schedule IWCF Level-3 & 4

Jul-16 Level

Aug-16 Level

Sep-16 Level

11th – 15th L3/4 8th – 12th L3/4 5th – 9th L3/4

25th – 29th L3/4 22nd – 26th L3/4 19th – 23rd L3/4

Oct-16 Level

Nov-16 Level

Dec-16 Level

3rd – 7th L3/4 7th – 11th L3/4 5th – 9th L3/4

17th – 21st L3/4 21st – 25th L3/4 12th – 16th L3/4

Name of the Course IWCF Well Control Level - 3&4 [Driller & Supervisor]

Duration 5 Days

Timings Training Time: 8.00 am. – 17.00 pm.

Training Centre Address Panaich Oilfield Training Services Inc., (POTS) Spartan Center, Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), Edmonton AB T5G 2R1, Canada. Mob: +1 780-239-3005 Toll Free : +1-866-368-2270 Office: +1-587-409-5027 web: www.wellcontrolschoolcanada.com Email: kanwal.panaich@wellcontrolschoolcanada.com

Documents/Things to carry Original Passport/Canadian or provincial Driving License/ or Government issued IDs & Calculator (Scientific and mobile calculators are not allowed)

Course Fee Level-3&4: USD 2450 Course fee is inclusive of Instruction/Tuition Fee, Course Materials, IWCF Registration, Test Paper, Invigilation, Refreshments, lunch etc. during the course. Course Fee does not include accommodation and transportation.

Payment Terms Course fee to be paid in advance (Pls contact +1-780-239-3005 ) OR can be paid on the first day of the course.