API RP 13L (R2023)

API RP 13L (R2023) PDF

This Recommended Practice seeks to formalize the specific knowledge base, professional skills, and application skills needed to ensure the competency and professionalism of individuals working in the drilling fluids industry. Drilling fluid technologists should use this RP as an outline to self-determine any gaps in learning and seek to improve their skills. A company contracting the service of a drilling fluid technologist should use this RP as a checklist of knowledge that a technologist should be able to demonstrate proficiency in applying.