The Well Control System or the Blowout Prevention System on a drilling rig is the system that prevents the uncontrolled, catastrophic release of high-pressure fluids (oil, gas, or salt water) from subsurface formations. These uncontrolled releases of formation fluids are referred to as Blowouts.
[pdf] The hydraulic system is the muscle of the crawler mounted drill rig, and its control is a vital part of the overall control system. Hydraulic valves are used to direct the flow of hydraulic fluid to different actuators, such as cylinders and motors.
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