Competency standard for petroleum and gas well drilling and well servicing review

In March 2024, we asked for feedback on the Competency standard for petroleum and gas well drilling and well servicing (PDF, 169KB). Thank you to those who shared their thoughts on its relevance and effectiveness within the industry.

Resources Safety & Health Queensland (RSHQ) engaged experts from the University of Queensland (UQ) to help facilitate the review and compile your feedback into a report.

Key findings from your feedback

The report shows that the competency standard is generally well-received, with a strong call for greater flexibility within the framework. The report also outlines potential options for how we can work together to achieve the best outcome.

The feedback showed that most respondents agree the scope of activities covered by the competency standard needs to align more closely with current operational practices in well drilling, servicing, and interventions.