Level 3 Diploma in Oilfield Roustabout Operations

1. Oilfield and Drilling Rig Fundamentals : Introduces oilfield operations, drilling rig layouts, offshore installation environments, roustabout duties, common equipment, worksite terminology and the relationships between drilling and support teams.

2. Oilfield Health, Safety and Risk Control : Covers hazard identification, risk assessment, PPE, permit-to-work awareness, toolbox talks, safe systems of work, stop-work responsibilities and reporting unsafe conditions.

3. Deck Operations and Materials Handling : Develops knowledge of deck preparation, cargo movement, loading and unloading support, material storage, load identification, manual handling risks and maintaining orderly working areas.

4. Rigging and Lifting Support : Introduces lifting accessories, basic rigging terminology, load stability, exclusion zones, lifting signals, pre-use visual checks and the responsibilities of personnel assisting planned lifting operations under appropriate supervision.

5. Drilling Equipment and Tubular Handling : Explores the identification, preparation and movement of drilling tools, pipes, tubulars and related equipment, with emphasis on safe handling procedures, equipment condition and coordination with drilling personnel.

6. Housekeeping and Maintenance Support : Covers cleaning and maintaining work areas, care of tools and equipment, basic maintenance assistance, defect identification, equipment isolation awareness and reporting faults to authorized personnel.

7. Environmental Protection and Spill Awareness : Develops understanding of waste segregation, pollution prevention, chemical and fluid spill awareness, environmental reporting procedures and responsible handling of materials in oilfield environments.

8. Emergency Response and Team Communication : Examines alarms, emergency notifications, muster arrangements, evacuation awareness, incident reporting, shift handovers, radio communication and the importance of following site-specific emergency instructions.

• Builds a structured understanding of roustabout work within oilfield environments.

• Develops awareness of drilling rig layouts, equipment and team responsibilities.

• Strengthens knowledge of deck work, cargo handling and material storage.

• Introduces lifting-support principles and the importance of competent supervision.

• Develops awareness of drilling tools, tubulars and safe equipment handling.

• Reinforces housekeeping, defect reporting and maintenance-support practices.

• Improves understanding of environmental protection and spill reporting.

• Supports progression to further technical and safety training within the oil and gas sector.

This qualification is suitable for:

• Learners preparing for entry-level work in oilfield or drilling support environments.

• New or developing roustabouts seeking structured occupational knowledge.

• Oilfield deck and materials-handling support personnel.

• Drilling support workers who need a broader understanding of roustabout duties.

• Personnel involved in equipment preparation, storage and housekeeping.

• Oil and gas contractors seeking foundational workforce development.

• Learners planning further training in rigging, lifting, drilling operations or offshore safety.

Assessment Format: Written examination with applied oilfield scenarios, unit knowledge checks and practical or simulated assessment evidence where suitable for the learning outcomes.

Total Questions: 60 Questions

Passing Score: 60%

Duration: 90 Minutes

Certification: Learners who meet all assessment and qualification requirements receive the HiQual UK Level 3 Diploma in Oilfield Roustabout Operations.

To deliver this Qualification, HiQual UK Approved ATPs must demonstrate the capability to deliver, assess, and internally quality assure qualifications in line with recognised regulatory principles and the expectations of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF).

Approved centres must operate effective systems to ensure the validity, reliability, fairness, consistency, and security of assessment.

1. Centre Recognition and Legal Compliance

Centres must be formally recognised by HiQual UK prior to the delivery or assessment of any qualification. To maintain recognition, centres must: Be a legally constituted organisation operating in compliance with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements. Demonstrate effective governance, management oversight, and clear lines of accountability. Comply with all HiQual UK policies, procedures, and conditions of centre recognition. Notify HiQual UK promptly of any material changes that may affect delivery, assessment, or internal quality assurance arrangements.

2. Resources, Facilities, and Learning Environment

Centres must ensure that sufficient and appropriate resources are in place to support learning and assessment. This includes: Learning environments appropriate to the mode of delivery, including classrooms and, where applicable, specialist or practical facilities. Access to learning and assessment resources that enable learners to meet qualification outcomes. Secure systems for managing learner data, assessment records, and certification claims. Arrangements that support equality of access and reasonable adjustments for learners where required.

3. Staff Competence and Occupational Expertise

Centres must ensure that all staff involved in delivery, assessment, and internal quality assurance are competent and suitably qualified. Centres must: Appoint tutors with appropriate subject knowledge, teaching competence, and relevant occupational or professional experience. Ensure assessors are trained and competent in applying HiQual UK assessment requirements and standards. Appoint a qualified Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) responsible for monitoring assessment practice and decisions. Maintain records of staff qualifications, experience, training, and continuing professional development (CPD).

4. Assessment Practice and Internal Quality Assurance (IQA)

Centres must operate robust internal quality assurance systems to ensure assessment integrity. Centres must: Ensure assessment is valid, fit for purpose, and conducted in line with HiQual UK requirements. Implement effective IQA procedures to monitor assessor performance and confirm the consistency of assessment decisions. Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable records of learner registration, assessment evidence, and outcomes. Carry out regular internal reviews and standardisation activities to support continuous improvement.

5. Integrity, Risk Management, and Malpractice

Centres must take appropriate measures to protect the integrity of assessment. Centres must: Maintain policies and procedures for the prevention, identification, and management of malpractice and maladministration. Ensure secure handling, storage, and retention of assessment materials and learner evidence. Report any suspected or confirmed malpractice to HiQual UK in accordance with published procedures.

6. Health, Safety, Safeguarding, and Learner Protection

Centres must provide a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment. Centres must: Comply with applicable health and safety and safeguarding legislation. Conduct risk assessments for learning activities, particularly where practical or technical work is involved. Maintain procedures to safeguard learner welfare and wellbeing.

7. Learner Information, Support, and Fair Treatment

Centres must ensure learners are informed, supported, and treated fairly. Centres must: Provide clear and accurate information on programme requirements, assessment methods, and certification. Ensure learners receive timely and constructive feedback on assessment outcomes. Operate transparent complaints and appeals procedures aligned with HiQual UK requirements. Manage learner information securely in compliance with data protection legislation.

Successful learners may progress to:

• HiQual UK Level 4 qualifications in oilfield operations, offshore operations, drilling support, mechanical maintenance or occupational health and safety.

• Further training in rigging and lifting operations, including the relevant practical training, workplace experience and competence assessment.

• Additional industry-specific safety training, subject to the requirements of the training provider and employer.

• Further study in drilling operations, oilfield equipment, maintenance support, materials coordination or offshore operations management.

• Career development toward roles such as roustabout, deck support worker, oilfield materials handler, drilling support assistant or maintenance support worker, subject to employer selection, relevant training and demonstrated competence.