The Piper Alpha Disaster

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How many workers were supported by the Piper Alpha oil platform?

100
150
200 (correct)
250

Which of the following is true about the Piper Alpha oil platform?

It is situated near the city of Aberdeen.
It is the largest oil platform in the world.
It was built to withstand winds of up to 185 km/h. (correct)
It is located in the North Sea.

How tall is the Piper Alpha oil platform in relation to the sea floor?

230 meters (correct)
50 meters
100 meters
150 meters

What was the cause of the disaster on the Piper Alpha oil platform?

<p>A fire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the date of the Piper Alpha disaster?

<p>July 6th, 1988 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Piper Alpha Oil Platform

The Piper Alpha oil platform supported 226 workers during operation.

Characteristics

The Piper Alpha oil platform stands at a height of 174 meters (571 ft) above the sea floor.

Disaster

The disaster on the Piper Alpha oil platform was caused by a natural gas leak, which led to a massive explosion and fire.
The Piper Alpha disaster occurred on July 6, 1988, resulting in one of the deadliest offshore oil rig disasters in history.

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Quiz: The Tragic Piper Alpha Disaster: Unveiling the Causes Discover the harrowing story of the Piper Alpha oil platform, a thriving hub in the North Sea that turned into a devastating disaster. Uncover the sequence of events that led to the loss of 167 lives in just 90 minutes. Explore the use of cutting-edge computer technology to analyze the catastrophic incident and understand the crucial mistakes made. Test your knowledge and learn from history's tragic lessons in this eye-opening quiz.