Drilling & Workover Rigs Inspection and Servicing
Fairtex provides inspection, servicing, and operational assurance support for drilling rigs, workover units, and offshore mobile drilling assets across upstream oil and gas operations. Our services are focused on safety-critical systems, regulatory compliance, equipment integrity, and operational readiness for both offshore and onshore drilling environments.
Using multi-disciplinary engineering teams and specialized inspection procedures, Fairtex conducts intrusive inspections, load testing, pressure testing, calibration verification, well control audits, and condition assessments for critical drilling equipment. Our services support drilling contractors, operators, and asset owners in maintaining operational continuity and compliance with industry standards and contractual obligations.
Typical applications: drillships, semi-submersibles, jack-up rigs, tender assist rigs, land rigs, platform rigs, HWO units, FPSOs, well control systems, lifting systems, pressure equipment
What this service covers
Rig Condition Surveys & Compliance Inspection
Fairtex performs condition assessments for mechanical, electrical, marine, and well control systems to verify rig operational integrity and compliance with API standards, OEM requirements, and client contractual specifications.
Well Control & BOP Inspection Services
Our inspection teams conduct well control equipment audits and BOP inspections covering surface, subsea, and riser systems. Functional verification, pressure testing, and safety system validation are performed to support drilling safety and operational assurance.
Safety-Critical Equipment Testing
Critical drilling equipment undergoes function testing, load testing, insulation resistance checks, pressure testing, and calibration verification to confirm operational performance within recommended tolerances and safety requirements.
Rig Acceptance, Pre-Hire & Selection Surveys
Fairtex executes rig acceptance surveys, pre-hire evaluations, and rig selection inspections to assist operators and drilling contractors in technical due diligence, mobilization planning, and operational risk reduction.
QHSE Audits & Preventive Maintenance Reviews
Rig and office QHSE audits, preventive maintenance system assessments, crew competency reviews, and safety management evaluations are carried out to support regulatory compliance and operational safety performance.
Key Takeaways
- Comprehensive inspection support for drilling and workover rigs
- Well control, BOP, lifting, and safety-critical equipment verification
- Multi-disciplinary engineering inspection teams
- Compliance-focused audits aligned with API and operational standards