9 Feb 2026 Helen Patching and 2 others · Prevention of Future Deaths report South Wales Central
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Concerns raised 4 Failure to provide information enabling walkers to understand official routes, path closures and risks View source Inadequate signage addressing the risk of accidental falling View source Poor or non-existent mobile telephone signal in remote areas View source High rate of trips and slips in Waterfall Country View source See 1 more concern
Actions described in response An action is something this recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised. 2
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Progress procurement of the new Visitor Hub, designed to provide visitor information and safety guidance.
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Publish and maintain revised Waterfall Country website warnings about water-related risks and safe behaviour.
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Helen Patching and 2 others · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Helen Patching, Rachael Patching and Corey Longdon died accidental deaths in Waterfall Country within Bannau Brycheiniog National Park. The principal concerns were inadequate signage about the risk of accidental falling, walkers’ lack of understanding of routes and risks, and poor mobile telephone signal delaying alerts to emergency services.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to provide information enabling walkers to understand official routes, path closures and risks
Wider context from the report “(2) A previous Prevention of Future Death report has led to the erection of signage concerning the risk of drowning in the water itself. However, the current signage provision does not adequately address the significant additional risk of accidental falling. Many walkers fail to understand the official routes, closed and open paths and the significant risks they face ;
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Inadequate signage addressing the risk of accidental falling
Wider context from the report “(2) A previous Prevention of Future Death report has led to the erection of signage concerning the risk of drowning in the water itself. However, the current signage provision does not adequately address the significant additional risk of accidental falling . Many walkers fail to understand the official routes, closed and open paths and the significant risks they face;
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Poor or non-existent mobile telephone signal in remote areas
Wider context from the report “(4) Mobile telephone signal is poor to non-existent in certain more remote areas , which creates delay in alerting emergency services when accidents do occur .
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation High rate of trips and slips in Waterfall Country
Wider context from the report “(1) There is a high rate of accidents, including some fatal accidents, from trips and slips in the area known as Waterfall Country ;
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How this respondent action was interpreted
PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.
PFD Monitor interpretation Progress procurement of the new Visitor Hub, designed to provide visitor information and safety guidance.
Verbatim wording from the response “7. The new Visitor Hub is currently subject to an active procurement process however is designed to manage visitor activity more effectively and reduce pressure on the local community within Waterfall Country. Amongst other benefits to the local vicinity within Waterfall Country, it will provide clear visitor information and safety guidance, promoting responsible behaviour and safe enjoyment of the area.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Publish and maintain revised Waterfall Country website warnings about water-related risks and safe behaviour.
Verbatim wording from the response “5. Although there is no legal requirement to warn users of the PROW network of the risks of using the rights of way, we are taking steps to try to improve awareness of the risks, particularly surrounding the risks of entering the water.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council
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Concerns raised 3 Lack of evidence that other breakwater deterrence measures are effective View source Dangerous jumping from and water around the breakwater View source Lack of lifeguard cover at the breakwater during higher-risk spring and summer periods View source
Actions described in response An action is something this recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised. 2
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Assess whether additional deterrent measures are necessary after monitoring analysis, in cooperation with RNLI and ABP.
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Review the beach safety assessment and decide lifeguard deployment for the 2026 summer season using monitoring findings.
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DAVID CHIAKA EJIMOFOR · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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DAVID CHIAKA EJIMOFOR, aged 15, drowned after jumping into the sea from a breakwater at Aberavon on 19 June 2023. The principal concerns were the absence of lifeguards during higher-risk periods, despite their historical use to deter jumping, and the lack of evidence that alternative deterrence measures were effective.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of evidence that other breakwater deterrence measures are effective
Wider context from the report “(1) There are no lifeguards stationed at the breakwater during higher risk periods in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high), when children and young people have been seen/known to jump into the water from it.
(2) Jumping from, and the water around, the breakwater is known to be dangerous.
(3) The practice of placing a lifeguard at the breakwater at times of higher risk in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high) had been in place historically and was known to be effective at reducing the risk.
(4) I was not given, in evidence, a satisfactory or cogent explanation as to why that measure had been removed prior to DAVID’s death, nor why that measure continues to be absent today.
(5) Nor was I shown any evidence that other deterrence measures put in place since DAVID’s death (including clearer signage and a limited-height barrier) are otherwise working effectively to reduce the risk.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Dangerous jumping from and water around the breakwater
Wider context from the report “(1) There are no lifeguards stationed at the breakwater during higher risk periods in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high), when children and young people have been seen/known to jump into the water from it.
(2) Jumping from, and the water around, the breakwater is known to be dangerous.
(3) The practice of placing a lifeguard at the breakwater at times of higher risk in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high) had been in place historically and was known to be effective at reducing the risk.
(4) I was not given, in evidence, a satisfactory or cogent explanation as to why that measure had been removed prior to DAVID’s death, nor why that measure continues to be absent today.
(5) Nor was I shown any evidence that other deterrence measures put in place since DAVID’s death (including clearer signage and a limited-height barrier) are otherwise working effectively to reduce the risk.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of lifeguard cover at the breakwater during higher-risk spring and summer periods
Wider context from the report “(1) There are no lifeguards stationed at the breakwater during higher risk periods in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high) , when children and young people have been seen/known to jump into the water from it.
(2) Jumping from, and the water around, the breakwater is known to be dangerous.
(3) The practice of placing a lifeguard at the breakwater at times of higher risk in the spring and summer months (when the weather is good and the tides high) had been in place historically and was known to be effective at reducing the risk.
(4) I was not given, in evidence, a satisfactory or cogent explanation as to why that measure had been removed prior to DAVID’s death, nor why that measure continues to be absent today.
(5) Nor was I shown any evidence that other deterrence measures put in place since DAVID’s death (including clearer signage and a limited-height barrier) are otherwise working effectively to reduce the risk.
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PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.
PFD Monitor interpretation Assess whether additional deterrent measures are necessary after monitoring analysis, in cooperation with RNLI and ABP.
Verbatim wording from the response “Monitoring of the breakwater is ongoing. Once the analysis is complete, NPTCBC, in cooperation with RNLI and ABP, will be able to assess whether any additional deterrent measures are necessary to effectively reduce the identified level of risk still further.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation Review the beach safety assessment and decide lifeguard deployment for the 2026 summer season using monitoring findings.
Verbatim wording from the response “As noted above, the RNLI is currently undertaking an exercise to monitor activity in the vicinity of the breakwater. These monitoring efforts and discussions are expected to continue across the summer 2025, to help inform a formal review of the Beach safety assessment and in turn a decision regarding lifeguard deployment for the 2026 summer season. Should it ultimately be determined that additional lifeguard coverage is necessary, NPTCBC’s intention would be to implement this provision during 2026 subject to the necessary funding being available.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation The council cannot police access to the breakwater because it is third-party-owned land outside the council’s ownership or control.
Verbatim wording from the response “NPTCBC cannot police access to the breakwater, whether by lifeguard provision or otherwise. The breakwater is outside NPTCBC’s ownership.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation There is no evidence that breakwater risk has worsened, and the deceased accessed it outside historical lifeguard operating hours.
Verbatim wording from the response “The practice of placing a lifeguard at the breakwater at times of higher risk in the spring and summer months had been in place historically and was known to be effective at reducing the risk.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation If RNLI’s current assessment recommends no changes, existing beachfront lifeguarding provision will continue under those recommendations.
Verbatim wording from the response “The current Beach safety assessments continue to recommend services along the Aberavon beach front area encouraging and instructing the public to swim at lifeguarded areas and during lifeguarded times. NPTCBC awaits the outcome of RNLI’s current monitoring and risk assessment period following which, if recommended, changes in service along the beachfront area will be implemented. If there are no changes implemented NPTCBC will continue to provide the lifeguarding provision in line with the current RNLI recommendations.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation Any additional lifeguard coverage depends on necessary funding being available.
Verbatim wording from the response “As noted above, the RNLI is currently undertaking an exercise to monitor activity in the vicinity of the breakwater. These monitoring efforts and discussions are expected to continue across the summer 2025, to help inform a formal review of the Beach safety assessment and in turn a decision regarding lifeguard deployment for the 2026 summer season. Should it ultimately be determined that additional lifeguard coverage is necessary, NPTCBC’s intention would be to implement this provision during 2026 subject to the necessary funding being available.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lifeguarding provision on the breakwater is addressed through RNLI recommendations and ABP’s engagement as landowner.
Verbatim wording from the response “NPTCBC will continue its dialogue with RNLI in particular but also with ABP. NPTCBC will be led by RNLI’s recommendations in view of their nationally recognised expertise and will continue to address recommendations as far as is practicable within resource and budgetary constraints. ABP’s engagement with RNLI as to provision of services on the breakwater itself is beyond NPTCBC’s knowledge.” Source location Response from NEATH PORT TALBOT COUNCIL
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13 Dec 2022 Akeem Jevaughn RHODEN · Prevention of Future Deaths report South Wales Central
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Concerns raised 2 Failure to provide adequate warning signage at points where individuals may decide to enter the water View source Failure of waterfall signage to provide clear, concise warnings about the power and dangers of the water View source
Actions described in response An action is something this recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised. 4
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Erect signs advising visitors about unpredictable water flow.
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Implement a uniform signage approach arising from the signage review.
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Complete independent and high-volume-area reviews of existing signage and identify necessary safety improvements.
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Put temporary warning signs in place at the site.
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Akeem Jevaughn RHODEN · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Akeem Jevaughn Rhoden, aged 22, drowned after voluntarily jumping from a rock into the water at Sgwd y Pannwr Waterfall on 5 June 2021; he was not a strong swimmer and his body was recovered the following day. The concerns raised were that warning signs at waterfalls in Waterfall Country were inadequate, absent at the point where he entered the water, overloaded with information, and did not clearly explain the danger posed by the force of the water.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to provide adequate warning signage at points where individuals may decide to enter the water
Wider context from the report “(1) The signage at ALL waterfalls in ‘Waterfall Country’ must be addressed;
(2) Akeem Roden was not a strong swimmer and there were no adequate signs at the point he jumped in to warn him of the potential dangers and that he might drown;
(3) Signage at each waterfall should be in plain, bold, easily understandable English, spelling out the danger of the power of the water;
(4) Existing signage is overloaded with information and not present at the point where individuals may decide to enter the water .
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Failure of waterfall signage to provide clear, concise warnings about the power and dangers of the water
Wider context from the report “(1) The signage at ALL waterfalls in ‘Waterfall Country’ must be addressed;
(2) Akeem Roden was not a strong swimmer and there were no adequate signs at the point he jumped in to warn him of the potential dangers and that he might drown;
(3) Signage at each waterfall should be in plain, bold, easily understandable English, spelling out the danger of the power of the water ;
(4) Existing signage is overloaded with information and not present at the point where individuals may decide to enter the water.
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How this respondent action was interpreted
PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.
PFD Monitor interpretation Erect signs advising visitors about unpredictable water flow.
Verbatim wording from the response “• Signs will be erected to advise individuals of unpredictable water flow. Advice has suggested to date the Council should refrain from using any words such as Danger, Caution or Warning as it indicates a problem, and indeed Deep Water as someone will no doubt dive in when it is shallow.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Implement a uniform signage approach arising from the signage review.
Verbatim wording from the response “Consequently, signage is something we must consider very carefully in the context of a natural landscape. We will seek to respond to the key point of signage that has been raised by the Coroner’s concerns, and to identify any changes to signage to mitigate the risk of any future death by accident by someone visiting the site by undertaking a signage review and implementing any necessary actions.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete independent and high-volume-area reviews of existing signage and identify necessary safety improvements.
Verbatim wording from the response “Consequently, signage is something we must consider very carefully in the context of a natural landscape. We will seek to respond to the key point of signage that has been raised by the Coroner’s concerns, and to identify any changes to signage to mitigate the risk of any future death by accident by someone visiting the site by undertaking a signage review and implementing any necessary actions.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Put temporary warning signs in place at the site.
Verbatim wording from the response “Coroner’s Matters of Concern | Response | Action already completed | Action proposed
The signage at all waterfalls in Waterfall Country must be addressed | We agree with using signs that are clear to all users regardless of language. It should be noted that each authority must also comply with Welsh Language Standards which does require additional information to be present. | We have instructed an independent reviewer to advise on the formation and content of new signs and temporary signs are being put in place to warn of concerns. | To review signage and implement a uniform form of signage.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Advice recommends refraining from terms such as Danger, Caution, Warning and Deep Water when erecting signs.
Verbatim wording from the response “• Signs will be erected to advise individuals of unpredictable water flow. Advice has suggested to date the Council should refrain from using any words such as Danger, Caution or Warning as it indicates a problem, and indeed Deep Water as someone will no doubt dive in when it is shallow.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Welsh Language Standards require additional information on signs, limiting the use of signage consisting solely of clear plain-language safety warnings.
Verbatim wording from the response “Coroner’s Matters of Concern | Response | Action already completed | Action proposed
The signage at all waterfalls in Waterfall Country must be addressed | We agree with using signs that are clear to all users regardless of language. It should be noted that each authority must also comply with Welsh Language Standards which does require additional information to be present. | We have instructed an independent reviewer to advise on the formation and content of new signs and temporary signs are being put in place to warn of concerns. | To review signage and implement a uniform form of signage.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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26 Jul 2022 Hemanta Kumar Rai · Prevention of Future Deaths report South Wales Central
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Concerns raised 2 Unclear responsibility for the particular area View source Failure to provide adequate, clear signage warning of the risk of death by drowning View source
Actions described in response An action is something this recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to the concern raised. 6
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Complete an independent review of signage at the Site and public-access areas on respondent-owned land.
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Implement necessary signage changes identified through the review to provide a uniform approach.
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Review signs in high-volume visitor areas to ensure they are fit for purpose and uniform in design, content and application.
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Review signage across the National Park and Neath Port Talbot Council land and implement a uniform signage approach where necessary.
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Install user-friendly signs delineating the National Park area and providing contact details for queries.
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Conduct independent reviews of signage at the Site and in high-volume visitor areas, including a scheduled safety-consultant site visit.
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Hemanta Kumar Rai · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Hemanta Kumar Rai, aged 28, drowned in August 2021 after a strong current pulled him underwater towards a waterfall while he was visiting South Wales. The concerns were inadequate and unclear signage warning of the risk of death by drowning, and uncertainty about responsibility for the area.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Unclear responsibility for the particular area
Wider context from the report “(4) It is very unclear who bears responsibility for this particular area, which borders 3 local authority areas, and falls within the National Park and NRW jurisdiction.
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How this individual concern was interpreted PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. The report was sent to Neath Port Talbot County Borough Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to provide adequate, clear signage warning of the risk of death by drowning
Wider context from the report “(1) There is no adequate signage to warn visitors of the risk of drowning by entering the water at Sgwd Gwladys.
(2) Existing signage in “Waterfall Country” is overloaded with a variety of information, which although helpful for walking routes etc, is not explicit in warning of the real danger of death from entering the water.
(3) Any sign(s) erected ought to be easily visible, in plain English and spell out the risk of death by drowning.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete an independent review of signage at the Site and public-access areas on respondent-owned land.
Verbatim wording from the response “2.2. We will seek to respond to the key point of signage that has been raised by the Coroner’s concerns, and to identify any changes to signage to mitigate the risk of any future death by accident by someone visiting the Site by undertaking a signage review and implementing any necessary actions (see section Error! Reference source not found.).” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Implement necessary signage changes identified through the review to provide a uniform approach.
Verbatim wording from the response “2.2. We will seek to respond to the key point of signage that has been raised by the Coroner’s concerns, and to identify any changes to signage to mitigate the risk of any future death by accident by someone visiting the Site by undertaking a signage review and implementing any necessary actions (see section Error! Reference source not found.).” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Review signs in high-volume visitor areas to ensure they are fit for purpose and uniform in design, content and application.
Verbatim wording from the response “5.2. In the interim, Brecon Beacons National Park Authority has commissioned a review of all signs within its high-volume visitor areas to ensure they are fit for purpose and are uniform in their design, content and application.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Review signage across the National Park and Neath Port Talbot Council land and implement a uniform signage approach where necessary.
Verbatim wording from the response “2.2. We will seek to respond to the key point of signage that has been raised by the Coroner's concerns, and to identify any changes to signage to mitigate the risk of any future death by accident by someone visiting the Site by undertaking a signage review and implementing any necessary actions (see section Error! Reference source not found.).” Source location Response from Brecon Beacons National Park
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PFD Monitor interpretation Install user-friendly signs delineating the National Park area and providing contact details for queries.
Verbatim wording from the response “(4) It is very unclear who bears responsibility for this particular area, which borders 3 local authority areas, and falls within the National Park and NRW jurisdiction. | It is accepted that land ownership is divided and can be confusing | Brecon Beacons National Park Authority will install user friendly signs delineating the National Park area with a contact detail regarding any queries. | To review signage and implement a uniform form of signage” Source location Response from Brecon Beacons National Park
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PFD Monitor interpretation Conduct independent reviews of signage at the Site and in high-volume visitor areas, including a scheduled safety-consultant site visit.
Verbatim wording from the response “4.1. As a result of the concerns that the Coroner raised in her report, Brecon Beacons National Park Authority has commissioned an independent review of signage at the Site and a Site visit has been scheduled for 29th September 2022 which is to be led by the external health and safety consultant and attended by officers from Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, Neath Port Talbot Council and Natural Resources Wales.” Source location Response from Brecon Beacons National Park
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PFD Monitor interpretation The area concerned is outside both authorities’ ownership, so they do not undertake signage work there.
Verbatim wording from the response “(1) There is no adequate signage to warn visitors of the risk of drowning by entering the water at Sgwd Gwladys. | This area is not within the ownership of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority or Neath Port Talbot Council. | We have instructed an independent reviewer to compile a complete review of signage within public access areas within our land ownership | To review signage within the National Park and land in the ownership of Neath Port Talbot Council and consider implementing a uniform form of signage.” Source location Response from Neath Port Talbot Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation The area lacking adequate drowning-warning signage is outside both authorities’ ownership and therefore their direct remit.
Verbatim wording from the response “(1) There is no adequate signage to warn visitors of the risk of drowning by entering the water at Sgwd Gwladys. | This area is not within the ownership of Brecon Beacons National Park Authority or Neath Port Talbot Council. | We have instructed an independent reviewer to compile a complete review of signage within public access areas within our land ownership | To review signage within the National Park and land in the ownership of Neath Port Talbot Council and consider implementing a uniform form of signage.” Source location Response from Brecon Beacons National Park
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