This workshop utilises a case study of the explosion and fire at the Piper Alpha oil platform in the North Sea which resulted in the loss of 167 lives. A disaster which could have been, if not totally adverted, dramatically changed in course without the horrible loss of human life.

Duration: 30 Mins.

Location: North Sea

Training Applications: (NB this is serious viewing for ‘major hazard facilities’)

• Oil, gas and offshore platform engineering

• Safety design issues

• Permit-to-work procedures

• Emergency procedures

• Safety and rescue systems – incl. equipment

• Management decision making – production output versus safety considerations

• Statutory policymaking (national and international law)

• Contractor and subcontractor issues

• Training and accreditation issues

• Handling and storage of dangerous goods

• Communication techniques

• Allocation of responsibility issues