17 Feb 2025 Joshua Jay Weavers · Prevention of Future Deaths report Hertfordshire
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Failure of bridge safety measures to meet current guidance for preventing pedestrian jumping or falling View source
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Joshua Jay Weavers · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Joshua Jay Weavers died on 4 March 2021 after jumping from a railway bridge and being struck by a high-speed train. The report raises concerns about lengthy waits for autism spectrum disorder assessments, delays in implementing assessment-service reforms, and bridge safety measures that did not meet current guidance.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure of bridge safety measures to meet current guidance for preventing pedestrian jumping or falling
Wider context from the report “3. That the safety measures in place on the ████████ to guard against pedestrians either jumping or falling from the bridge do not meet current guidance , and therefore gives rise to a risk of future deaths occurring.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Liaise with Network Rail and undertake Principal Inspections of both bridges to assess their structural condition.
Verbatim wording from the response “To inspect the footbridge and southern road bridge safely, we need Network Rail's permission for a time when the railway is closed and the overhead power lines turned off. We will use the next Principal Inspection to assess the feasibility of raising or replacing the parapets with new, higher versions. We are currently liaising with Network Rail and will undertake the Principal Inspection at the first opportunity. Once this is complete, we will be able to better understand the feasibility and costs of parapet improvements and consider the most appropriate course of action.” Source location Response from Hertfordshire Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Use the inspection findings to assess the feasibility and costs of raising or replacing the parapets and consider the appropriate improvement options.
Verbatim wording from the response “To inspect the footbridge and southern road bridge safely, we need Network Rail's permission for a time when the railway is closed and the overhead power lines turned off. We will use the next Principal Inspection to assess the feasibility of raising or replacing the parapets with new, higher versions. We are currently liaising with Network Rail and will undertake the Principal Inspection at the first opportunity. Once this is complete, we will be able to better understand the feasibility and costs of parapet improvements and consider the most appropriate course of action.” Source location Response from Hertfordshire Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Parapet heights cannot safely be raised until inaccessible structural areas are assessed using up-to-date condition information.
Verbatim wording from the response “We explored simple ways to raise the height of the parapets on the footbridge but unfortunately, concluded that this could not be done safely without up-to-date information on the condition of the structure, parts of which are impossible to access” Source location Response from Hertfordshire Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Closing the footbridge is not considered a safer response because diversion could increase unsafe pedestrian crossings and exacerbate isolation.
Verbatim wording from the response “We therefore considered an alternative approach of closing the footbridge. This would create a lengthy diversion for pedestrians to access the southern road bridge and an increased risk of pedestrians crossing the dual carriageway at an unsafe location.” Source location Response from Hertfordshire Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Bridge inspections require Network Rail permission, railway closure and overhead power isolation before feasibility of parapet improvements can be assessed.
Verbatim wording from the response “To inspect the footbridge and southern road bridge safely, we need Network Rail's permission for a time when the railway is closed and the overhead power lines turned off. We will use the next Principal Inspection to assess the feasibility of raising or replacing the parapets with new, higher versions. We are currently liaising with Network Rail and will undertake the Principal Inspection at the first opportunity. Once this is complete, we will be able to better understand the feasibility and costs of parapet improvements and consider the most appropriate course of action.” Source location Response from Hertfordshire Council
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11 Sep 2024 Emma Victoria HARPER · Prevention of Future Deaths report Manchester West
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Concerns raised 3
Failure to prevent continued use of an unsafe foot bridge as an alternative route View source Failure to provide bridge barriers preventing pedestrians from easily climbing over and falling from the bridge View source Failure to apply a clear basis for including foot bridges in barrier safety works View source
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Emma Victoria HARPER · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Emma Victoria HARPER died on 4 May 2024 after falling from a footbridge onto a crash barrier beside the M602 motorway; the inquest concluded that her death was suicide. Concerns were raised that the bridge had not been included in works to increase barrier heights or otherwise prevent people at risk from falling onto the motorway, and that the basis for its exclusion was unclear.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to prevent continued use of an unsafe foot bridge as an alternative route
Wider context from the report “1. During the course of evidence it was stated that the foot bridge which the deceased fell from had not been considered suitable for amendments to be made to the level of barrier which would prevent a pedestrian crossing the bridge from easily climbing over and falling onto the highway below.
2. Other bridges in the locality were considered and selected for an increase in the height of the barrier or other works to prevent the risk of falling from the bridge onto the M602 motorway.
3. It was unclear on what basis the foot bridge that the deceased fell from has been excluded from such works and there is a risk that this bridge may still be accessed by people who may be at risk of falling as an alternative to other bridges were works had been undertaken in the locality .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to provide bridge barriers preventing pedestrians from easily climbing over and falling from the bridge
Wider context from the report “1. During the course of evidence it was stated that the foot bridge which the deceased fell from had not been considered suitable for amendments to be made to the level of barrier which would prevent a pedestrian crossing the bridge from easily climbing over and falling onto the highway below .
2. Other bridges in the locality were considered and selected for an increase in the height of the barrier or other works to prevent the risk of falling from the bridge onto the M602 motorway.
3. It was unclear on what basis the foot bridge that the deceased fell from has been excluded from such works and there is a risk that this bridge may still be accessed by people who may be at risk of falling as an alternative to other bridges were works had been undertaken in the locality.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to apply a clear basis for including foot bridges in barrier safety works
Wider context from the report “1. During the course of evidence it was stated that the foot bridge which the deceased fell from had not been considered suitable for amendments to be made to the level of barrier which would prevent a pedestrian crossing the bridge from easily climbing over and falling onto the highway below.
2. Other bridges in the locality were considered and selected for an increase in the height of the barrier or other works to prevent the risk of falling from the bridge onto the M602 motorway.
3. It was unclear on what basis the foot bridge that the deceased fell from has been excluded from such works and there is a risk that this bridge may still be accessed by people who may be at risk of falling as an alternative to other bridges were works had been undertaken in the locality.
” Source location Emma Victoria HARPER · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete a study of suicide-related issues at bridges and structures along the M602 route.
Verbatim wording from the response “In relation to the M602 a study of suicide related issues along the route was undertaken in 2022, specifically in relation to the number of incidents occurring at bridges and structures spanning the route. The ████████ footbridge that you have raised as a concern was one of eight structures included in this assessment. It was identified that an increase in parapet fence height from the standard 1 metre to 1.8 metres was a potential intervention but noted that the boundary is difficult to effectively secure around the bridge itself. The footpaths along ████████ and ████████ which run for several hundred metres alongside and above the M602 have concrete boundary walls of approximately the same height as the existing bridge parapet fence.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation Increase parapet fence heights to 1.8 metres at six bridges with the highest numbers of suicide-related incidents.
Verbatim wording from the response “During the current road investment period (2020-25) in the North West region we have increased parapet fence heights to 1.8 metres at six of our bridges with the highest number of suicide related incidents. These are ████████ and ████████ over the M60 in ████████, ████████ and ████████ at Junction █ of the M60, and ████████ and ████████ over the M56 in Wythenshawe.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation Available funding and achievable benefits constrain parapet upgrades, so locations with the highest number of incidents are prioritised.
Verbatim wording from the response “Increasing the parapet fence height from the standard 1 metre to 1.8 metres can cost up to £1m per bridge. In addressing concerns surrounding these sites we are constrained by the available funding and the benefits that can be achieved. We therefore prioritise locations with the highest number of suicide related incidents. This is the reason that some bridges have already received upgraded parapets, as historically they have exhibited a far higher level of risk. An example in this area is ████████ which crosses the M602 adjacent to ████████.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation No parapet-height increase is currently proposed because the footbridge recorded three incidents, none causing injury or fatality, during the assessment period.
Verbatim wording from the response “When assessing the available information relating to suicide related incidents along the M602, there were three recorded at the ████████ footbridge during the five-year study assessment period from 2017 to 2021, none of which had resulted in an injury or fatality. We therefore currently have no proposals to increase the parapet fence height at ████████ footbridge.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation National Highways is responsible for considering remedial works because the bridge structure, parapets and retaining walls are its assets.
Verbatim wording from the response “Salford City Council have been in discussion with National Highways regarding this matter. They confirmed that the bridge structure, parapets and retaining walls on ████████ are National Highway assets. As such we believe they are looking into the feasibility of remedial works at this location following this recent incident.” Source location Response from Salford Council
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Concerns raised 4
Risk of death to persons falling from the bridge View source Risk of death to persons near the foot of the bridge when persons fall View source Accessible bridge parapet and railing View source
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Leanne DUNN · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Leanne DUNN died after falling from the bridge at Newton Cap; the inquest concluded that her death was suicide. Concerns related to pedestrian access to the bridge parapet and railing, the absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other detection measures, and the risk of death to people falling or present at the foot of the bridge.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Risk of death to persons falling from the bridge
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge ████████, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the reiver Weir
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
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(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Risk of death to persons near the foot of the bridge when persons fall
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge ████████, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the reiver Weir
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
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(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall.
” Source location Leanne DUNN · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Accessible bridge parapet and railing
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge ████████, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the reiver Weir
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
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(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall.
” Source location Leanne DUNN · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Absence of monitored CCTV, lighting or other means of detecting persons at immediate risk
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge ████████, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the reiver Weir
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
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(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall.
” Source location Leanne DUNN · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation No further response is considered necessary at this stage after reviewing the existing submission and Regulation 28 report.
Verbatim wording from the response “As you note in the report, Durham County Council provided a written submission to the inquest, dated 30 November 2022, which addresses the points raised. Having reviewed the Regulation 28 report and the letter of 30 November, I do not feel that there is anything further to add at this stage, other than to reaffirm the commitment of Durham County Council to suicide prevention.” Source location Response Durham County Council
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Concerns raised 3
Lack of monitored CCTV coverage of the bridge and approach area View source Insufficient measures to prevent deaths from jumping from bridges View source Lack of physical measures preventing access over or around bridge railings and jumping to the carriageway View source
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Seth Curtis Palminder · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Seth Curtis Palminder died instantly on 6 February 2022 after falling from a road bridge and being struck by southbound vehicles. The report states that he had recently been discharged from mental health care, had taken overdoses of prescribed medication, and impulsively jumped from the bridge intending to take his own life. Concerns included inadequate bridge safety measures, a lack of means to summon help or access mental health support, insufficient CCTV monitoring, and repeated previous crisis incidents and fatalities at the location.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of monitored CCTV coverage of the bridge and approach area
Wider context from the report “3. There are no known monitored CCTV cameras covering the bridge or approach area , rendering monitoring of a recognised danger spot actionless .
4. At the incident location, according to Hampshire Police Record Management Systems, there have been 12 crisis incidents in the last 5 years (of which the Police are aware) - including 7 self-harm (jumping) attempts, 2 successful jumps from which the individual has survived and 3 fatalities. There have been a further 89 known 'concern for safety' incidents at the location.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Insufficient measures to prevent deaths from jumping from bridges
Wider context from the report “6. Deaths continue to occur as a result of individuals jumping from these bridges and insufficient measures have so far been taken to address and prevent their occurrence .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of physical measures preventing access over or around bridge railings and jumping to the carriageway
Wider context from the report “1. At the incident location ████████ there is little if anything by way of safety measures that would prevent anyone from being able to climb over, around or on top of the side railings of the bridge or to prevent them from jumping from the bridge to the carriageway . There is for example no enclosure of the walkway to prevent this .
” Source location Seth Curtis Palminder · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Add the location to the South East Network Needs list for future funding prioritisation.
Verbatim wording from the response “We will add this structure to our South East region “Network Needs” list of locations that are put forward to bid for future public funds. In this case, we will seek funding for a study into the prevention of future potential suicide events at this location. The proposed study would enable us to analyse the potential risks, the prioritisation of this structure against the structures across the South East region and the Strategic Road Network (“SRN”) to help us determine if there are appropriate mitigating measures that could be taken forward. Measures that may be considered as part of the study are physical barriers, CCTV monitoring, increased signage to organisations offering support and interventions such as immediate telephone access to mental health groups.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation Apply for future funding for a study into preventing future suicide events at the location.
Verbatim wording from the response “We will add this structure to our South East region “Network Needs” list of locations that are put forward to bid for future public funds. In this case, we will seek funding for a study into the prevention of future potential suicide events at this location. The proposed study would enable us to analyse the potential risks, the prioritisation of this structure against the structures across the South East region and the Strategic Road Network (“SRN”) to help us determine if there are appropriate mitigating measures that could be taken forward. Measures that may be considered as part of the study are physical barriers, CCTV monitoring, increased signage to organisations offering support and interventions such as immediate telephone access to mental health groups.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation Engage specialist teams and agencies to assess whether interventions are warranted when similar risks are identified on County Council highway bridges.
Verbatim wording from the response “For your information and reassurance, the County Council has its own highway bridge assets, and where similar risks have been identified highway officers have routinely engaged with other specialist teams and agencies e.g. Hampshire County Council’s Public Health team, the NHS etc, to determine whether an intervention by the Highway Authority is warranted. The County Council will also review and consider advice and guidance from relevant charity organisations, or special-interest groups, that specialise in mental health matters.” Source location Response from Hampshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation National Highways, as bridge asset owner, must essentially consider the required action, while the County Council can collaborate on potential solutions.
Verbatim wording from the response “The bridge at ████████ over the A3(████████) is owned, managed, and maintained by National Highways and forms part of the Strategic Road Network. This would apply to all the overbridges along the A3(████████) corridor, regardless of their primary usage. The ████████ bridge carries a public bridleway which is managed by the County Council’s Countryside Service, as a right-of-way, and they have confirmed that it is mainly used by pedestrians and cyclists.” Source location Response from Hampshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Further measures, including CCTV or physical barriers, depend on a funded study establishing their suitability and securing future funding.
Verbatim wording from the response “We will add this structure to our South East region “Network Needs” list of locations that are put forward to bid for future public funds. In this case, we will seek funding for a study into the prevention of future potential suicide events at this location. The proposed study would enable us to analyse the potential risks, the prioritisation of this structure against the structures across the South East region and the Strategic Road Network (“SRN”) to help us determine if there are appropriate mitigating measures that could be taken forward. Measures that may be considered as part of the study are physical barriers, CCTV monitoring, increased signage to organisations offering support and interventions such as immediate telephone access to mental health groups.” Source location Response from National Highways
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PFD Monitor interpretation The existing 1.65-metre parapet complies with current standards, and enclosing the walkway is not considered appropriate because enclosed spaces can increase antisocial behaviour.
Verbatim wording from the response “The location is fitted with a parapet that met the required standards set out in
The Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) at the time of construction in
1971 and remains compliant with current standards (DMRB CD 377
Requirements for road restraint systems). This parapet measures 1.65m high,
providing a protective barrier. Although historically some structures have been
enclosed for a number of reasons, including for suicide prevention or to prevent
items being thrown onto the carriageway below, this is not something that
highway authorities do now as the enclosed space often sees a rise in antisocial
behaviour and criminal activity.” Source location Response from National Highways
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Concerns raised 3
Failure to prevent pedestrian access to the area where people falling from the bridge may land View source Absence of monitored CCTV, lighting or other means of detecting people at immediate risk View source Failure to prevent pedestrians climbing over the bridge parapet View source
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Durham County Council
Consider implementing lighting and CCTV at the viaduct through feasibility and planning processes.
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Assess whether lighting and CCTV can be implemented at an earlier stage as part of the viaduct prevention work.
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Durham County Council
Complete high-risk-location review, feasibility study and options appraisal to identify a preferred suicide-prevention measure for Newton Cap Viaduct.
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Durham County Council
Undertake detailed design and approval assessments for a potential additional parapet fence, including structural, traffic, heritage and planning considerations.
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Durham County Council
Source an external consultant specialising in designing out suicide to progress viaduct prevention measures.
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Joseph William DENT · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Joseph William DENT was seen parking a car near Newton Cap Viaduct in the early hours of 20 June 2021, and his body was found near the base of the bridge shortly after 08:00. The investigation found that he died from multiple injuries after falling from the bridge, with an open conclusion because it was unclear how he came to fall. Concerns included pedestrian access to the bridge parapet and the area below, the lack of effective climbing prevention, the absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other detection measures, and the bridge’s reported association with suicide by jumping.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to prevent pedestrian access to the area where people falling from the bridge may land
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the River Wear
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
(2) the bridge is frequently discussed on social media as suitable location for suicide by jumping;
(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall
Detective Sergeant ████████ gave evidence that:
(a) there is pedestrian access to either side of the bridge;
(b) the bridge lacks effective measures to prevent persons climbing over the parapet;
(c) the bridge is “a well-known area for suicide” (and is openly discussed as such on social media); and that
(d) police frequently (possibly as much as daily) have to attend the location in response to concerns about persons falling from the bridge.
Photographs reveal that the area around the foot of the bridge, where falling objects or persons may land, is accessible to pedestrians .
My records indicate that there have been four other deaths of persons falling from this bridge in the past five years; the conclusions in all of their inquests were suicide.
” Source location Joseph William DENT · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Absence of monitored CCTV, lighting or other means of detecting people at immediate risk
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the River Wear
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge;
(2) the bridge is frequently discussed on social media as suitable location for suicide by jumping;
(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk ; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall
Detective Sergeant ████████ gave evidence that:
(a) there is pedestrian access to either side of the bridge;
(b) the bridge lacks effective measures to prevent persons climbing over the parapet;
(c) the bridge is “a well-known area for suicide” (and is openly discussed as such on social media); and that
(d) police frequently (possibly as much as daily) have to attend the location in response to concerns about persons falling from the bridge.
Photographs reveal that the area around the foot of the bridge, where falling objects or persons may land, is accessible to pedestrians.
My records indicate that there have been four other deaths of persons falling from this bridge in the past five years; the conclusions in all of their inquests were suicide.
” Source location Joseph William DENT · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to prevent pedestrians climbing over the bridge parapet
Wider context from the report “All concerns relate to the bridge, which carries a road and two footpaths up to around 30m (100ft) above the River Wear
(1) the bridge’s parapet and railing is accessible to pedestrians on the bridge ;
(2) the bridge is frequently discussed on social media as suitable location for suicide by jumping;
(3) there is absence of monitored CCTV and lighting or other means of detecting those at immediate risk; and
(4) there is a risk of death to persons falling AND to those near the foot of the bridge at any time when persons fall
Detective Sergeant ████████ gave evidence that:
(a) there is pedestrian access to either side of the bridge;
(b) the bridge lacks effective measures to prevent persons climbing over the parapet ;
(c) the bridge is “a well-known area for suicide” (and is openly discussed as such on social media); and that
(d) police frequently (possibly as much as daily) have to attend the location in response to concerns about persons falling from the bridge.
Photographs reveal that the area around the foot of the bridge, where falling objects or persons may land, is accessible to pedestrians.
My records indicate that there have been four other deaths of persons falling from this bridge in the past five years; the conclusions in all of their inquests were suicide.
” Source location Joseph William DENT · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Consider implementing lighting and CCTV at the viaduct through feasibility and planning processes.
Verbatim wording from the response “• Consideration of the potential to implement lighting and CCTV on the viaduct (subject to a Feasibility Study and Planning Application).” Source location 2021-0297-Response-from-Durham-County-Council_Published
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PFD Monitor interpretation Assess whether lighting and CCTV can be implemented at an earlier stage as part of the viaduct prevention work.
Verbatim wording from the response “The assessment process will also include any potential for lighting and CCTV to be implemented at an earlier stage (yet to be confirmed), which addresses concerns raised in the Regulation 28 report. A Suicide Prevention Reference Group has been initiated to project manage this work and govern the representation of residents and people using the viaduct and the paths below. This group met for the first time on 11th October 2021. Full updates from this group on progress of this work can be given to your Office on a regular basis.” Source location 2021-0297-Response-from-Durham-County-Council_Published
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete high-risk-location review, feasibility study and options appraisal to identify a preferred suicide-prevention measure for Newton Cap Viaduct.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2018, the Council’s Public Health department produced a High Frequency Location Report for Suicide Prevention, which reviewed a number of high-risk geographical locations across County Durham, including Newton Cap Viaduct. This review initiated a Feasibility Study (2019) which was undertaken to assess options for any suicide prevention measures specifically for Newton Cap Viaduct. After the unprecedented public health protection pressures on the Council during the Covid-19 pandemic subsided, a further options appraisal was developed, and a preferred option (Option 1) was identified. On 15th September 2021, the Council’s Corporate Management Team (CMT) requested further detailed work be undertaken on Option 1 to consider the possibility of mounting an additional fence to the face of the concrete parapet upstand of the structure on both east and west elevations.” Source location 2021-0297-Response-from-Durham-County-Council_Published
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PFD Monitor interpretation Undertake detailed design and approval assessments for a potential additional parapet fence, including structural, traffic, heritage and planning considerations.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2018, the Council’s Public Health department produced a High Frequency Location Report for Suicide Prevention, which reviewed a number of high-risk geographical locations across County Durham, including Newton Cap Viaduct. This review initiated a Feasibility Study (2019) which was undertaken to assess options for any suicide prevention measures specifically for Newton Cap Viaduct. After the unprecedented public health protection pressures on the Council during the Covid-19 pandemic subsided, a further options appraisal was developed, and a preferred option (Option 1) was identified. On 15th September 2021, the Council’s Corporate Management Team (CMT) requested further detailed work be undertaken on Option 1 to consider the possibility of mounting an additional fence to the face of the concrete parapet upstand of the structure on both east and west elevations.” Source location 2021-0297-Response-from-Durham-County-Council_Published
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PFD Monitor interpretation Source an external consultant specialising in designing out suicide to progress viaduct prevention measures.
Verbatim wording from the response “This more detailed work also includes the requirement for assessments on the impact for road traffic accidents if a barrier was to be installed, Listed Building Consent, Planning Consent and a full design and approval process. The council is currently sourcing an external consultant versed in the speciality of ‘designing out suicide’ to progress next steps. Any changes made to the viaduct will depend on the ability of the structure’s foundations to host any suggested measures whilst also accommodating wind speeds and the needs of local residents, road users, cyclists and conservation. A provisional date for the completion of this assessment work still requires formal confirmation from the provider.” Source location 2021-0297-Response-from-Durham-County-Council_Published
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4 Dec 2019 Jessica Louise Duckworth · Prevention of Future Deaths report West Yorkshire Eastern
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Risk of people falling from a bridge at a known suicide spot View source
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Jessica Louise Duckworth · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Jessica Louise Duckworth, aged 23, died after falling from the Scammonden Bridge over the M62 motorway and being struck by passing vehicles. The report raised concern that the bridge was a notorious suicide location and that fencing or other measures should be considered to prevent people falling from it.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Risk of people falling from a bridge at a known suicide spot
Wider context from the report “As the location has achieved notoriety as a suicide spot consideration should be given to installing fencing or other measures to prevent people falling from the bridge .
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13 Dec 2018 Bertram Montague Henry Crawford · Prevention of Future Deaths report Avon
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Hazard of student deaths from the bridge View source
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
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Train bridge attendants in Safe Intervention Training.
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Increase night-time bridge attendant staffing from two to three.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Upgrade CCTV coverage with high-definition, low-light and thermal-imaging capability.
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Link CCTV cameras to alarms alerting attendants to pedestrians between midnight and 5 a.m.
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Illuminate Samaritan signs throughout the night.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Rebuild the Clifton-side quiet room for people in distress awaiting emergency services.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Maintain anti-climb barriers on the bridge span with anti-climb mesh.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Maintain continuous overnight lighting on the bridge, footways and buttresses.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Install mesh panels on parapet-fence ends to prevent access onto the span.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Install a half-corona barrier on the Clifton South abutment to prevent access along the ledge.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Install covers on end parapet posts to restrict foothold access onto buttress walls.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Advance plans and seek stakeholder support for further suicide-prevention improvements.
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Clifton Suspension Bridge Trust
Extend parapet anti-climb fencing over the span, subject to structural and planning approvals.
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Build walkways beneath the buttresses, subject to structural and planning approvals.
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Bertram Montague Henry Crawford · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Bertram Montague Henry Crawford was seen walking alone onto Clifton Suspension Bridge, where he climbed over the wire fence and jumped to his death. The report raises concern about a cluster of student deaths from the bridge, including three in that year and four in two years.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Hazard of student deaths from the bridge
Wider context from the report “This is the 3rd student death from the bridge this year , it being the 4th student death from the bridge in two years . This is obviously on top of the other deaths from the bridge that have occurred . I appreciate that the bridge is a site of historical interest however, this cluster of student deaths is of particular concern and I considered that I had a duty to formally report this to you.
” Source location Bertram Montague Henry Crawford · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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PFD Monitor interpretation Train bridge attendants in Safe Intervention Training.
Verbatim wording from the response “The numbers of vulnerable people our bridge attendants are dealing with each year is increasing, but the number of suicides has remained fairly stable. There are a minimum of two bridge attendants in attendance at the bridge at all times, carrying out regular foot patrols and monitoring the CCTV cameras. I am not aware of any other location or location which has similar full time surveillance or patrols. This work has become a major part of the bridge attendants’ role. The bridge attendants are trained in negotiation skills, suicide awareness and next month they will be trained in Safe Intervention Training, similar to that used in hospitals.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Increase night-time bridge attendant staffing from two to three.
Verbatim wording from the response “We currently have a team of three bridge attendants during the day and two at night. We are planning to increase the number of bridge attendants to three present at night, as current statistics indicate that this is when the most incidents occur. This change is in the planning process and we will be aiming to implement this later in 2019 as part of our suicide prevention improvements.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Upgrade CCTV coverage with high-definition, low-light and thermal-imaging capability.
Verbatim wording from the response “The bridge is monitored by 31 CCTV cameras in real-time. All areas of the bridge are covered by these cameras. In 2018, we increased the proportion of high definition, low light tolerant cameras, with thermal imaging for viewing at night. We have been investing in these state-of-the-art facilities to help us monitor activities on the bridge as well as we possibly can. In addition, the cameras are linked to alarms that alert Bridge Attendants to pedestrians on the bridge between the hours of midnight and 5.00am.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Link CCTV cameras to alarms alerting attendants to pedestrians between midnight and 5 a.m.
Verbatim wording from the response “The bridge is monitored by 31 CCTV cameras in real-time. All areas of the bridge are covered by these cameras. In 2018, we increased the proportion of high definition, low light tolerant cameras, with thermal imaging for viewing at night. We have been investing in these state-of-the-art facilities to help us monitor activities on the bridge as well as we possibly can. In addition, the cameras are linked to alarms that alert Bridge Attendants to pedestrians on the bridge between the hours of midnight and 5.00am.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Illuminate Samaritan signs throughout the night.
Verbatim wording from the response “Samaritan signs are installed on both towers and can be seen by anyone coming to the bridge. There are also phone boxes located at each end of the bridge, with the Freephone number to the Samaritans displayed. Recently, we have installed lighting to illuminate the Samaritan signs throughout the night.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Rebuild the Clifton-side quiet room for people in distress awaiting emergency services.
Verbatim wording from the response “There is a quiet room at the Clifton side of the bridge where people in distress can sit in private while waiting for the emergency services to arrive. This is being rebuilt at present and once completed will be more comfortable than the current arrangements. Leaflets offering relevant support are available in this room.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Maintain anti-climb barriers on the bridge span with anti-climb mesh.
Verbatim wording from the response “Anti-climb barriers on the span were installed in 1999 and have been considered best practice by many bridge owners. They are higher than the average for bridges at 1.9m high and are fitted with anti-climb mesh on the footway side of the barriers.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Maintain continuous overnight lighting on the bridge, footways and buttresses.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2006, we upgraded the lighting on the bridge and both footways and buttresses are continuously lit throughout the night, with lights also present at all entrances to the bridge.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Install mesh panels on parapet-fence ends to prevent access onto the span.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2012, mesh panels were installed on the outside ends of the parapet fences to prevent access onto the span.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Install a half-corona barrier on the Clifton South abutment to prevent access along the ledge.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2013, we installed a half-corona barrier on the Clifton South abutment to prevent access to the bridge span along the abutment ledge.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Install covers on end parapet posts to restrict foothold access onto buttress walls.
Verbatim wording from the response “In 2017, we installed covers to the end parapet posts to restrict foothold access onto the buttress walls.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Advance plans and seek stakeholder support for further suicide-prevention improvements.
Verbatim wording from the response “We are acutely aware of the importance of reducing access to means for those who wish to attempt suicide. In addition to increasing the number of bridge attendants at night, over the last two years we have been planning further substantial physical improvements to the bridge.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Extend parapet anti-climb fencing over the span, subject to structural and planning approvals.
Verbatim wording from the response “The decision to add further physical measures to the bridge is, however, a complex one. There must be a balance between the measures to be taken and allowing the bridge to be enjoyed by the hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Installing further physical barriers will have an impact on the structure of the bridge and we must ensure that any changes are not detrimental to its safety. We are also severely constrained by planning constraints imposed on us by Historic England. Any changes we want to make require their approval.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Build walkways beneath the buttresses, subject to structural and planning approvals.
Verbatim wording from the response “The decision to add further physical measures to the bridge is, however, a complex one. There must be a balance between the measures to be taken and allowing the bridge to be enjoyed by the hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Installing further physical barriers will have an impact on the structure of the bridge and we must ensure that any changes are not detrimental to its safety. We are also severely constrained by planning constraints imposed on us by Historic England. Any changes we want to make require their approval.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Further physical suicide-prevention measures are constrained by structural feasibility, including wind-loading requirements.
Verbatim wording from the response “The decision to add further physical measures to the bridge is, however, a complex one. There must be a balance between the measures to be taken and allowing the bridge to be enjoyed by the hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Installing further physical barriers will have an impact on the structure of the bridge and we must ensure that any changes are not detrimental to its safety. We are also severely constrained by planning constraints imposed on us by Historic England. Any changes we want to make require their approval.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Further bridge changes require approval from Historic England, planning authorities and conservation officers.
Verbatim wording from the response “The decision to add further physical measures to the bridge is, however, a complex one. There must be a balance between the measures to be taken and allowing the bridge to be enjoyed by the hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Installing further physical barriers will have an impact on the structure of the bridge and we must ensure that any changes are not detrimental to its safety. We are also severely constrained by planning constraints imposed on us by Historic England. Any changes we want to make require their approval.” Source location 2020-0130-Response-from-Suspension-Bridge-Trust_Redacted.pdf
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29 May 2018 George Terence Dyson · Prevention of Future Deaths report West Yorkshire (Western)
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Concerns raised 1
Risk of further fatal falls from North Bridge View source
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Calderdale Borough Council
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Calderdale Borough Council
Complete the feasibility study identifying suicide-prevention options for North Bridge.
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Calderdale Borough Council
Progress the preferred anti-climb mesh and steeple-coping works for North Bridge, including drawings, approvals, procurement and site construction.
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Make approximately £200,000 available to fund the preferred bridge safety works.
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Complete the review of CCTV coverage identifying a blind spot on the bridge.
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Continue checking the feasibility of installing an additional CCTV camera to address the bridge blind spot.
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George Terence Dyson · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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George Terence Dyson, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, sustained fatal injuries after jumping from North Bridge, Halifax, on 3 July 2017. Concerns included the need to urgently review protective safety measures on the bridge and consider immediate measures to prevent further similar fatalities.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Risk of further fatal falls from North Bridge
Wider context from the report “On 3/7/17 George Terence Dyson, who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and struggling to come to terms with its diagnosis, sustained fatal injuries after jumping from North Bridge, Halifax, West Yorkshire. He had previously left letters and documentation at his home address indicative of his intentions to take his own life and the evidence suggested that he jumped from a point on the bridge where there had been a previous like tragedy .
• To urgently review and consider the appropriateness of protective safety measures on the bridge in order to prevent further like fatalities .
• To urgently consider the implementation of immediate measures
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete the feasibility study identifying suicide-prevention options for North Bridge.
Verbatim wording from the response “3.2 Calderdale Council began a feasibility study to identify options to prevent further suicides at North Bridge in February 2018 and was completed in July 2018. This identified 2 possible options:” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Progress the preferred anti-climb mesh and steeple-coping works for North Bridge, including drawings, approvals, procurement and site construction.
Verbatim wording from the response “b) The installation of anti-climb mesh affixed to horizontal rails to cover the cut outs in the parapet and a steeple coping to cover the castellated top of the existing parapet providing a 1.45m unclimbable parapet (which would comply with current Design Manual for Roads and Bridges standards). A similar methodology was implemented on Hebble Viaduct which carries the A58 over North Bridge as a suicide prevention measure in 2010.” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Make approximately £200,000 available to fund the preferred bridge safety works.
Verbatim wording from the response “A report was submitted to Calderdale Council’s Cabinet on 30th July 2018 outlining these options and the following resolutions were passed:” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete the review of CCTV coverage identifying a blind spot on the bridge.
Verbatim wording from the response “5.2 Identifying potential suicides from pedestrians via CCTV is difficult due to the fact that the bridge has pedestrian footways along both sides. A review of the feasibility and effectiveness of the CCTV cameras covering the bridge has been undertaken and has identified a blind spot on the bridge which would require an additional camera to be installed. Further work is ongoing to check feasibility of installing additional CCTV.” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Continue checking the feasibility of installing an additional CCTV camera to address the bridge blind spot.
Verbatim wording from the response “5.2 Identifying potential suicides from pedestrians via CCTV is difficult due to the fact that the bridge has pedestrian footways along both sides. A review of the feasibility and effectiveness of the CCTV cameras covering the bridge has been undertaken and has identified a blind spot on the bridge which would require an additional camera to be installed. Further work is ongoing to check feasibility of installing additional CCTV.” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation The 3.35-metre parapet option was disregarded because the existing parapets’ strength could not be determined and might fail under loading.
Verbatim wording from the response “a) The installation of 3.35m high parapets as installed at Valley Road, Scarborough with curvature and end profiles to deter climbing.” Source location 2018-0168-Response-by-Calderdale-Council
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19 Mar 2018 Kellie Marie TAYLOR formerly known as Kellie Marie DANVILLE · Prevention of Future Deaths report East Riding and Hull
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Failure of CCTV image quality to support accurate monitoring of bridge activity View source
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Kellie Marie TAYLOR formerly known as Kellie Marie DANVILLE · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Kellie Marie TAYLOR, formerly known as Kellie Marie DANVILLE, died after jumping from the Humber Bridge into the river below. The concern was that the existing CCTV system did not provide images of sufficient quality to enable those monitoring it to accurately see behaviour or activities at the bridge, potentially delaying intervention.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure of CCTV image quality to support accurate monitoring of bridge activity
Wider context from the report “I am concerned that if other individuals go to the bridge with the intention of jumping off or any other emergency were to occur, the quality of the TV system as it is now is such that their behaviour or activities cannot be accurately seen by those monitoring the system and as a consequence, intervention may not be provided in a timely fashion .
” Source location Kellie Marie TAYLOR formerly known as Kellie Marie DANVILLE · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Failure to prevent people from easily crossing the walkway barrier View source
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Charles Edward Pitcher · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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On 5 July 2016, Charles Edward Pitcher jumped over the walkway barrier of the Tamar Bridge and landed in Wolseley Road, Plymouth, suffering fatal injuries. The report raised concerns that the barrier was too easy to cross, that people in Wolseley Road were at risk, and that further procedures and measures should be reviewed to reduce the likelihood of suicide from the bridge.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to prevent people from easily crossing the walkway barrier
Wider context from the report “At the Inquest I received information from Detective Constable ████████ who informed me there have been 11 persons who had jumped from the bridge in the last 10 years. He formed the view that it was all too easy to jump the barrier . He also made the observation there was a risk to persons in Wolseley Road arising from people crossing the walkway barrier at that point . He made the observation that on other significant bridges and he gave as an example the Humber Bridge, the operators have established precautions and set up appropriate notices.
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