ISCO Specialization 2114.1.7 Mud Logger
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Mud Logger: Mud loggers analyse the drilling fluids after they have been drilled up. They analyse the fluids in a laboratory. Mud loggers determine the position of hydrocarbons with respect to depth. They also monitor natural gas and identify lithology.
Essential Skills
- Conduct Soil Sample Tests
- Natural Gas
- Test Oil Samples
- Perform Data Analysis
- Monitor Equipment
- Chemistry
- Use A Computer
- Work Safely With Chemicals
- Prepare Samples For Testing
- Collect Oil Samples
- Examine Geochemical Samples
- Chemical Processes
- Test Samples For Pollutants
- Collect Samples
- Write Production Reports
- Geology
- Perform Sample Testing
Optional Skills
- Ensure Compliance With Safety Legislation
- Assess Risks Implied In Rigging Operations
- Advise On Geology For Mineral Extraction
- Troubleshoot
Alternative Names
- Surface Logging Specialist
- Mud Logging Technican
- Surface Logging Technician
- Logging Geologist
- Surface Logger
- Mudlogger
