Discussion
The Situation: Well Control and Drilling Safety/Video "Seconds from Disaster - Explosion in the North Sea" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nwbw5PHZnqk
The Questions: Describe the primary causes of the Piper Alpha rig explosion as shown in the video "Seconds from Disaster - Explosion in the North Sea" Who were the major parties responsible for Piper Alpha incident and what were the major pieces of equipment associated with the explosion? Who is primarily and secondarily liable for the disaster? Are any of the parties acting as independent contractors or agents of other parties? Which regulatory agency or commission has jurisdiction over the incident? How could the explosion have been prevented?