FAQ

Why do I need to take a RigPass® course?

IADC RigPass® is a standardized safety orientation program for all oil and gas operations, whether onshore or offshore, that is independently audited and accredited. The RigPass® curriculum is required by most oilfield operators and contractors before you are able to work within the industry. It provides you with a basic safety awareness and orientation for oilfield worksites and hazards. Check with your employer before taking the curriculum to make sure you are complying with their specific hiring requirements.

I have heard about RigPass®, SafeGulf, and SafeLand orientation training programs. What are the differences and which one do I have to take?

As of December 2020 Safegulf will no longer exist. SafeLandUSA is no longer an Operator-led committee and has been privatized and incorporated into SafeLand, Inc. In this new governance structure, SafeLand, Inc. has made accrediting bodies founding members and has excluded some of the SafeLandUSA founding industry organizations from holding a board seat. There is a new proposed financial structure to obtain membership fees to participate on the board. The board will no longer be chaired and led by an industry volunteer. Instead, an Executive Director is to be hired and funded by the members and/or accrediting bodies.

Can I use Moxie's eLearning course to provide SafeLand accreditation to my students or employees?

IADC is not supporting the newly incorporated SafeLand, Inc. It will not issue SafeLand endorsements after December 31 2020. IADC Rig Pass will issue a Land Endorsement for onshore workers. This Rig Pass curriculum exceeds the training requirements of the current SafeLand curriculum. IADC does support eLearning delivery of the Rig Pass course time.

I want to utilize the RigPass® curriculum, however, I understand that my company and trainer must be approved by one of the accredited organizations in order to be able to provide a company-specific orientation, proctor the final test, check the employees' IDs and credentials, and take a picture for inclusion on the approved card. How do I go about getting my company or myself approved by one of these accrediting organizations?

To become an accredited RigPass® Training Provider, you can apply to IADC. Moxie Media can provide you with the information you will require on the application to fulfill the course content portion of the application. Call a Moxie Media representative who will walk you through the entire process.

Can I take the RigPass® curriculum online and get a valid RigPass® card online?

Yes. Moxie Media is an accredited online RigPass® Training Provider. After purchasing the online course, you will have access to course materials that can be taken any time whether it be at your workplace or at home - anywhere you can get an internet connection. Once you have completed all courses, you will be eligible to take an online final examination. Upon successful completion of the final exam, you will immediately receive a temporary RigPass® card with your permanent card being emailed within 1 to 2 business days.

How long will it take me to complete the RigPass® curriculum?

The RigPass® curriculum is designed to take anywhere from 8 – 10 hours of seat time, depending upon whether you will require the Offshore or Land endorsement. Since the curriculum has interactive exercises and learning checks, some students may take longer than others.

If I start the internet-based RigPass® curriculum and have to log out before I finish, will I have to start all over again when I get back in?

The internet-based RigPass® curriculum has a bookmarking feature that allows you to start your training where you left off the last time. You can log in and log out as many times as it takes to complete all course lessons and the survey within 60 days of course registration.

How long will I have to complete the RigPass® curriculum?

You will have access to the internet-based curriculum for 60 days from the day you are registered. Please contact your supervisor/instructor for your completion schedule.

If I have any questions concerning safe work practices and procedures during the course, how can I contact my accredited training instructor if I am taking the course outside of the classroom?

Upon completion of registration, you will be emailed the contact email address and phone number of your instructor. For any inquiry, your instructor will either call or email you depending upon the complexity of the issue, with expert guidance addressing your concern. In addition, you can also email the accredited instructor from the Learning Management System.

Will I have any follow-up resources available to me that I can reference while on the job even after I have completed the curriculum?

Upon completion of registration, you will receive a PDF Student Manual in an email that you can print out for future reference to safety issues while on the job. This information is also available in each course lesson by clicking on the Resources button.