Primary Well Control & Kick Prevention In Drilling Tips
Primary Well Control

To ensure primary well control is in place & prevention of kicks in drilling, the following procedures and precautions must be observed:

The Primary Well Control : Mud Weight

Mud into and out of the well must be weighted to ensure the correct weight is being maintained to control the well.

This task is normally carried out by the shaker man at least every thirty minutes or less, depending upon the nature of the drilling operation and/or company policy.
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