Oil and Gas Drilling Quiz

What is the purpose of offshore wells drilled by companies?

• All of the above

• To discover oil and gas

• To produce already discovered reservoirs

• To process into usable energy

What is Woodside known for?

• Exploration activities

• Production of energy

• Supplier of energy

• All of the above

What is one of the key methods used by Woodside to ensure the safety of drilling operations?

• Consulting with stakeholders

• Monitoring and managing potential impacts

• Detailed well design and logistical planning

• Regular safety audits and inspections

What is the safety exclusion zone for vessels not involved in drilling?

• 500 meters

• 100 meters

• 200 meters

• 1000 meters

What is the purpose of a blowout preventer (BoP)?

• To seal and control wells

• To monitor wells

• All of the above

• To prevent uncontrolled release of fluids

What is the function of adding drilling fluid continuously into the hole while drilling?

• To maintain the drill bit lubricated and cool

• To prevent overheating

• To carry the drilled rock cuttings back to the surface

• None of the above

What is the purpose of rock and fluid sampling during drilling?

• To understand the geological properties of the intersected rocks

• To collect information on any hydrocarbons found

• To inform future exploration activities

• All of the above

What is the process of sealing wells with cement at the end of their life called?

• Well abandonment

• Well drilling

• Well production

• Well exploration

What is the purpose of an ROV surveying the seabed after well abandonment?

• All of the above

• To assess and record the condition of the area

• To collect rock and fluid samples

• To monitor drilling operations

What is Woodside committed to in their exploration activities and facility operations?

• All of the above

• Health, safety, and environmental performance

• World-class environmental management

• Design and construction of facilities