Concerns raised 1 Failure to provide pedestrian guardrails at a primary informal crossing location View source
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Charlotte Marie SAUNDERS · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Charlotte Marie Saunders was struck by a tipper lorry while crossing Christchurch Way in Stone, Staffordshire, on 27 August 2024, sustaining multiple injuries and a severe traumatic brain injury that resulted in prolonged disorder of consciousness and 24-hour care. She died on 13 January 2026; the principal concern was that the road layout, including gaps in pedestrian guardrails between a supermarket and the town centre, encouraged pedestrians to cross at an unsafe location near a busy bypass despite nearby controlled crossings.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to provide pedestrian guardrails at a primary informal crossing location
Wider context from the report “I have concern that there is a risk of future deaths as a result of the current layout of this location, given the following:
1. The ring road is a busy road with heavy, consistent traffic flow, this being a bypass around the town centre
2. There is a busy supermarket with a large car park on one side of the ring road and the town centre on the other
3. There is a purpose-built pedestrian walkway leading to the pavement on the outer side of the carriageway and an alleyway leading directly into the town centre on the other side
4. There are no pedestrian guardrails either side of the carriageway at what appears to be a primary location used by people for their speed and convenience, to avoid the need to walk further to use the pedestrian crossings
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PFD Monitor interpretation Assess national pedestrian-guardrail guidance and alternative measures to encourage safer pedestrian crossing routes at the Christchurch Way location.
Verbatim wording from the response “to include the Christchurch Way pedestrian desire line crossing location. The study will consider the current national guidance on pedestrian guardrails and whether alternative measures or interventions may be appropriate to encourage safer pedestrian crossing routes at this location.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Extend the Stone active-travel and structural-maintenance study area to include the Christchurch Way pedestrian desire-line crossing location.
Verbatim wording from the response “Notwithstanding the above, the County Council has a scheme in this year’s capital programme to consider active travel and structural maintenance at a number of locations in Stone; and, following receipt of the Prevention of Future Deaths Report, the study area has been extended” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Additional pedestrian guardrails cannot be adopted straightforwardly because they may obstruct vehicle visibility or redirect pedestrians into the carriageway.
Verbatim wording from the response “The provision of additional pedestrian guardrail, to encourage pedestrians to use the formal crossing points, has been considered. However, initial observations have identified that the addition of pedestrian guard rail on the southern side of the carriageway may impede visibility for vehicles exiting the private business vehicle access; and the addition of pedestrian guardrail on the northern side of the carriageway may encourage pedestrians to enter the carriageway at either the bus stop or private driveway access that is situated approximately 47 metres away.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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Concerns raised 1 Inappropriately high speed limit at the bridge View source
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Kial Ryce Thurman · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Kial Ryce Thurman died at the scene after the transit van he was driving entered the path of an HGV and then the River Blythe following a loss of control on the A518. The concern was that the 60 mph national speed limit at the bend and bridge at Lower Loxley was too high and carried a risk of future deaths.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Inappropriately high speed limit at the bridge
Wider context from the report “The rural, unlit road is governed by the national speed limit of 60 mph and narrows in both directions at the point of the bridge. Driving towards Uttoxeter, drivers are faced with a right-hand bend that the inquest heard can catch drivers unawares and has been the location of other road traffic accidents. The inquest heard that the bridge has been repaired a number of times as a consequence of collisions. Although the road has signs that warn drivers of the nature of the hazard ahead, a police collision expert considered that a reduction in the speed limit at this location would reduce the risk of collisions.
I am concerned that the national speed limit on the A518 at the point of the Blythe Bridge at Lower Loxley is too high and carries the risk of future deaths.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Routinely monitor reported personal-injury collision data to identify accident clusters and trends.
Verbatim wording from the response “As part of our statutory functions and commitment to our communities and road safety, Staffordshire County Council routinely monitors personal injury collision data reported on the public highway to identify accident clusters and trends. Any treatable pattern of accidents identified will have appropriate remedial measures put forward for funding and will be prioritised against other locations around Staffordshire. Any appropriate mitigating solutions identified at this location will be prioritised alongside our annual programme of road safety schemes.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Review the road layout and bend-related safety concerns through a highways site visit.
Verbatim wording from the response “• A site visit with representatives from Staffordshire County Council Highways has taken place to review the layout of the road and consider the points raised through the PFD report submitted.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Analyse historical personal-injury collision data for the right-hand turn and bridge location.
Verbatim wording from the response “• Research and analysis of historical personal injury collisions has been undertaken at the point of the right-hand turn and bridge location of concern.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Assess general traffic speeds at the location.
Verbatim wording from the response “• An assessment of the general speed of traffic has taken place.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Existing bend, carriageway, electronic and reflective warning features are considered sufficient to warn drivers of the approaching bend.
Verbatim wording from the response “In relation to point 1, upon approach to the right hand turn when travelling towards Uttoxeter drivers are pre-warned by the following highway features:” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Recorded collision evidence does not indicate excessive or inappropriate speed or a collision pattern at the right-hand turn.
Verbatim wording from the response “During the last complete 5-year period (2018-2022) and including any reports we have received from Staffordshire Police since, there has been one other (slight injury) collision recorded in this area of concern, and not associated with the right-hand turn heading towards Uttoxeter. The causation of this other collision was due to a vehicle following another too close, there is no indication of excessive or inappropriate speed.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation A lower speed limit is not necessarily safer because motorists may interpret it as a recommended target speed and increase risk.
Verbatim wording from the response “National speed limit roads are applied throughout the county network in accordance with the Department for Transport “setting of local speed limit” guidelines. Speed limits should be evidence-led and self-explaining and seek to reinforce people’s assessment of what is a safe speed to travel. They should encourage self-compliance. Speed limits should be seen by drivers as the maximum rather than a target speed. An assessment of the speeds at this location shows an all-day average traffic speed of 39.7mph, with 85% of the traffic travelling at 45.5mph or less.” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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Concerns raised 4 Lack of warning to pedestrians about the road ahead View source Lack of warning to drivers about pedestrians crossing View source Failure to prevent pedestrians walking into the road View source Lack of provision allowing pedestrians to cross the road safely View source See 1 more concern
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Brogen-Lea · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Brogen-Lea, a schoolgirl, was struck by a car while walking home after emerging from a footpath onto the A460 Eastern Way in Cannock on 29 November 2022, and later died from her injuries. The concern was that the busy road and footpath lacked warnings for drivers and pedestrians, measures to prevent pedestrians entering the road, and a safe crossing facility.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of warning to pedestrians about the road ahead
Wider context from the report “The track along which Brogen-Lea walked is well-used and is bisected by a busy road with traffic travelling at speed.
The road concerned is the A460 Eastern Way, Cannock and the footpath runs through the wooded area of Mill Hayes and Hawkes Green Nature Reserve.
I am concerned that there is nothing to:
1. Warn drivers about the prospect of pedestrians crossing
2. Warn pedestrians about the road ahead
3. Prevent pedestrians walking into the road
4. Allow pedestrians safely to cross the road
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of warning to drivers about pedestrians crossing
Wider context from the report “The track along which Brogen-Lea walked is well-used and is bisected by a busy road with traffic travelling at speed.
The road concerned is the A460 Eastern Way, Cannock and the footpath runs through the wooded area of Mill Hayes and Hawkes Green Nature Reserve.
I am concerned that there is nothing to:
1. Warn drivers about the prospect of pedestrians crossing
2. Warn pedestrians about the road ahead
3. Prevent pedestrians walking into the road
4. Allow pedestrians safely to cross the road
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to prevent pedestrians walking into the road
Wider context from the report “The track along which Brogen-Lea walked is well-used and is bisected by a busy road with traffic travelling at speed.
The road concerned is the A460 Eastern Way, Cannock and the footpath runs through the wooded area of Mill Hayes and Hawkes Green Nature Reserve.
I am concerned that there is nothing to:
1. Warn drivers about the prospect of pedestrians crossing
2. Warn pedestrians about the road ahead
3. Prevent pedestrians walking into the road
4. Allow pedestrians safely to cross the road
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of provision allowing pedestrians to cross the road safely
Wider context from the report “The track along which Brogen-Lea walked is well-used and is bisected by a busy road with traffic travelling at speed.
The road concerned is the A460 Eastern Way, Cannock and the footpath runs through the wooded area of Mill Hayes and Hawkes Green Nature Reserve.
I am concerned that there is nothing to:
1. Warn drivers about the prospect of pedestrians crossing
2. Warn pedestrians about the road ahead
3. Prevent pedestrians walking into the road
4. Allow pedestrians safely to cross the road
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PFD Monitor interpretation Continue evaluating pedestrian-safety measures at Eastern Way, including vegetation clearance, warning signs and markings, a gate or barrier, and a possible speed-limit reduction.
Verbatim wording from the response “Current consideration is being given to a number of actions that may mitigate further pedestrian incidents from occurring at this location:” Source location Response from Staffordshire County Council
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Concerns raised 1 Potential road safety hazard at the A5 junction with Streetway Road View source
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Liam Anthony CLARK · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Liam Clark died at the scene of a road traffic collision on the A5 at Shenstone on 10 September 2019 after attempting to pass on the nearside of an agricultural vehicle that was turning right. The concern raised was whether improvements were warranted at the junction with Streetway Road, including increased signage or changes to the road layout.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Potential road safety hazard at the A5 junction with Streetway Road
Wider context from the report “1. The A5 is a major trunk road used by all types of vehicles. There are numerous junctions. At the scene the speed limit is reduced to 50mph. I should be grateful if you could look at the scene (the junction with Streetway Road ) to see if any improvements are warranted – such as increased signage or road layout change .
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8 Oct 2019 Stefan Gareth EVANS · Prevention of Future Deaths report Staffordshire South
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Concerns raised 2 Hazardous traffic speed on the B5017 between Needwood and Burton View source Hazardous traffic volume on the B5017 between Needwood and Burton View source
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Stefan Gareth EVANS · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Steffan Evans died at the scene of a road traffic collision on 15 January 2019 after the car he was driving collided with another car and then a van. The report raised a continuing concern about the volume and speed of traffic on the B5017 between Needwood and Burton, including the road’s junctions.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Hazardous traffic speed on the B5017 between Needwood and Burton
Wider context from the report “I am aware that following this collision you did make some enquiries concerning this stretch of road (B5017 between Needwood and Burton). However there does appear to be a genuine continuing concern about the volume and speed of traffic on this road, bearing in mind the various junctions that there are. I would not ask you to repeat work you have already done, but I wonder if there should be a further review of this stretch of road to see if any steps should be taken to improve its safety.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Hazardous traffic volume on the B5017 between Needwood and Burton
Wider context from the report “I am aware that following this collision you did make some enquiries concerning this stretch of road (B5017 between Needwood and Burton). However there does appear to be a genuine continuing concern about the volume and speed of traffic on this road, bearing in mind the various junctions that there are. I would not ask you to repeat work you have already done, but I wonder if there should be a further review of this stretch of road to see if any steps should be taken to improve its safety.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Investigate whether the B5017 section can be included in another funded local-area scheme.
Verbatim wording from the response “In summary, based on the collision data we hold for this location, the site would otherwise not be considered for any traffic calming measures at this time. However, there is a possibility that it will be feasible to include this section of Burton Road as part of another funded scheme in the local area, and we are investigating this possibility. Throughout these investigations, we will endeavour to keep ████████ informed.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Complete speed and volume surveys to assess vehicle speeds and traffic levels on the B5017 section.
Verbatim wording from the response “On the 14th February, a Hazard Report Card was received from ████████ requesting we “assess the need for a reduction on the speed limit and the addition of signage to indicate the presence of hidden entrances”. A speed and volume survey to ascertain vehicle speeds was undertaken during the 10th and 19th July and 85th percentile speeds of 56mph in both directions over a 24-hour period were recorded. These speeds indicate good compliance to the National Speed Limit; however, we received a report highlighting that it was felt that these speeds did not represent a true reflection of vehicle speeds travelling on this section of the B5017.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Examine the collision history at the B5017 location to assess whether remedial road-safety measures are warranted.
Verbatim wording from the response “Following the collision in January, as is the process following all fatal road traffic collisions; the collision history at this location was examined. The search concluded that no personal injury collisions had been recorded within 300m of where the fatal collision took place within the latest three years of complete data that we had available at the time. When the search area was widened, two slight personal injury collisions have been recorded on the stretch of B5017 between Five Ways Island, Needwood and the change of speed limit east of the Acorn Inn.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation The site will not otherwise be considered for traffic-calming measures at this time because collision data shows no demonstrable need.
Verbatim wording from the response “In summary, based on the collision data we hold for this location, the site would otherwise not be considered for any traffic calming measures at this time. However, there is a possibility that it will be feasible to include this section of Burton Road as part of another funded scheme in the local area, and we are investigating this possibility. Throughout these investigations, we will endeavour to keep ████████ informed.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation Speed enforcement by fixed cameras or mobile camera vans will not be initiated because the required criteria have not been met.
Verbatim wording from the response “These speeds again highlight good compliance to the National Speed Limit. Based on this data, speed enforcement activities either by fixed cameras or mobile camera vans would not be initiated as criteria has not been met. There was a slight increase in vehicle volume for the second survey as an average (7-day average) of 6526 vehicle speeds were recorded over a 24-hour period compared to 6153 vehicles for the first survey.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation The collision history does not indicate a requirement for speed-reducing features at this location.
Verbatim wording from the response “Following the collision in January, as is the process following all fatal road traffic collisions; the collision history at this location was examined. The search concluded that no personal injury collisions had been recorded within 300m of where the fatal collision took place within the latest three years of complete data that we had available at the time. When the search area was widened, two slight personal injury collisions have been recorded on the stretch of B5017 between Five Ways Island, Needwood and the change of speed limit east of the Acorn Inn.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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PFD Monitor interpretation A 40mph limit is unlikely to succeed without costly engineering measures, which limited highway-improvement budgets do not readily support.
Verbatim wording from the response “Following the Inquest, I received a letter from ████████ dated the 18th October where an invitation was made to visit their property. On Friday 22nd November, ████████ (Strategic Community Infrastructure Manager) and ████████ (Road Safety Manager) met with ████████ at their property. A request for a speed limit reduction was made, however it was explained that the budget available to the Council for highway improvements is extremely limited and reducing speed limits is usually accompanied by additional robust measures such as lining, signage, carriageway narrowing, gateway features or build outs – in order to help promote good compliance with the lower limit.” Source location 2019-0339-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council.pdf
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15 Nov 2018 Kendall James Chadwick · Prevention of Future Deaths report Staffordshire South
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Concerns raised 1 Failure to maintain chevron boards in a clean condition View source
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Kendall James Chadwick · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Kendall James Chadwick died at the scene of a road traffic collision on the A518 at Lower Loxley after losing control of his motorcycle during an unsafe overtaking manoeuvre near a bend. The substantive concerns were the history of another fatality at the bend, the possible need for additional safety measures, and the dirty condition of the chevron boards and potential maintenance issues.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to maintain chevron boards in a clean condition
Wider context from the report “The location is the bend close to the Leese Hill. I am aware of at least one other fatality at the site. There is a sign for the bend, a slow sign in the road for the bend and chevrons and marker posts at the bend. The police have not expressed any particular concerns about the safety of the bend. I should however be grateful if you could have look at the bend to see if any additional steps would be advisable—such as an illuminated sign or rumble strips. At the time of the collision the chevron boards were in a dirty condition and there may be issues about maintenance here as well .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Replace the damaged chevron signs at the bend.
Verbatim wording from the response “The conclusions of the investigation identified two general maintenance tasks to be undertaken. These tasks include the replacement of the damaged chevron signs and reinstalling the missing marker posts. These works will be completed at the earliest opportunity.” Source location 2018-0352-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council
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Concerns raised 1 Lack of physical barriers preventing unsafe pedestrian crossings at the 'Keep Clear' point View source
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Derek Nixon · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Derek Nixon was fatally injured after walking in front of a lorry in Leek on 2 April 2015 and was pronounced dead at the scene. The concern was that pedestrians commonly crossed Ball Haye Street at a “Keep Clear” point because railings had been removed, creating a potential road-safety risk; modifications to the area, including possible railings, were requested for consideration.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of physical barriers preventing unsafe pedestrian crossings at the 'Keep Clear' point
Wider context from the report “I heard evidence at the inquest on 18th February 2016 of the various changes which had been made to the road and pavement infrastructure at Ball Haye Street, Fountain Street and Derby Street, Leek. I noted that certain iron railings at the end of Fountain Street had been removed. I heard police evidence that many pedestrians, by far the majority, when walking down Fountain Street then walked across Ball Haye Street at the 'Keep Clear' point because there was nothing to prevent them. The pedestrian crossing is a few yards down the road but human beings will take short cuts when on foot, even if this puts them in danger. I would ask that the council looks afresh at this area and consider what modifications might be made. Railings might be appropriate.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Install a short section of guardrail around the northern radius of the Fountain Street junction.
Verbatim wording from the response “As part of this investigation, two measures have been recommended. Firstly it is proposed to not reinstate the ‘Keep Clear’ marking on Ball Haye Street at the junction of Fountain Street which was recently removed as part of planned highway maintenance works. Secondly it is proposed to install a short section of guardrail around the northern radius of the Fountain Street junction.” Source location 2016-0103-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council
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PFD Monitor interpretation Do not reinstate the Keep Clear road marking at the Ball Haye Street and Fountain Street junction.
Verbatim wording from the response “As part of this investigation, two measures have been recommended. Firstly it is proposed to not reinstate the ‘Keep Clear’ marking on Ball Haye Street at the junction of Fountain Street which was recently removed as part of planned highway maintenance works. Secondly it is proposed to install a short section of guardrail around the northern radius of the Fountain Street junction.” Source location 2016-0103-Response-by-Staffordshire-County-Council
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Concerns raised 3 Absence of a pedestrian crossing on the south side of a roundabout serving large residential areas View source Narrow two-lane road with houses in close proximity View source Failure to impose a speed limit appropriate to roadside residential, commercial and pedestrian-generating features View source
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Florence Margaret Lowe · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Florence Margaret Lowe, aged 85, died from multiple chest injuries after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross the A519 Clayton Road on 18 November 2014. The substantive concerns related to the road’s 60 mph statutory limit despite nearby residential properties and busy facilities, and the lack of a pedestrian crossing on the south side of a nearby roundabout.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Absence of a pedestrian crossing on the south side of a roundabout serving large residential areas
Wider context from the report “3. Approximately a quarter of a mile from this incident northbound the road enters a roundabout with large residential areas accessing from both right and left but no pedestrian crossing on the south side of the roundabout .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Narrow two-lane road with houses in close proximity
Wider context from the report “2. Of the other roads approaching this junction the major one is the A500 dual carriageway, now subject to 50mph due to several fatal accidents, and from the south being 30mph, being 2 lanes only, narrow and houses in close proximity to the road .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Failure to impose a speed limit appropriate to roadside residential, commercial and pedestrian-generating features
Wider context from the report “1. During the course of the evidence my attention was drawn to the fact that the road is only subject to the statutory limit of 60mph whilst it has residential properties at places along its length, a busy petrol station and large lay-by southbound and a busy hotel northbound on joining the A519 upon leaving the M6 at junction 15.
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14 Aug 2014 Oлеgs Sulaimovs · Prevention of Future Deaths report Staffordshire South
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Concerns raised 6 Lack of encouragement to wear reflective clothing View source Lack of information about the nature of the road for the migrant population View source Lack of speed restrictions in a highly populated area View source Absence of a footpath View source Absence of suitable lighting View source Lack of supply of reflective clothing View source See 3 more concerns
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Oлеgs Sulaimovs · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Oлеgs Sulaimovs, a Latvian national and migrant worker, was struck by a vehicle while walking along an unlit, single-carriageway road towards Stafford in the early hours of 9 March 2014. The reported concerns included limited information for migrant workers about the road’s dangers, insufficient encouragement to wear reflective clothing, the absence of a footpath and suitable lighting, and a lack of speed restrictions in a populated area.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of encouragement to wear reflective clothing
Wider context from the report “2. The lack of supply/encouragement to wear reflective clothing .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of information about the nature of the road for the migrant population
Wider context from the report “1. The lack of information given to the migrant population temporally resident in the area with regard to the nature of the road .
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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 Staffordshire County Council; that does not assign responsibility.
PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of speed restrictions in a highly populated area
Wider context from the report “4. The lack of speed restrictions in an apparently highly populated area .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Absence of a footpath
Wider context from the report “3. The absence of a footpath and suitable lighting.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Absence of suitable lighting
Wider context from the report “3. The absence of a footpath and suitable lighting .
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of supply of reflective clothing
Wider context from the report “2. The lack of supply /encouragement to wear reflective clothing.
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Concerns raised 2 Inadequate street lighting near St Edwards Church View source Inadequate crossing facilities near St Edwards Church View source
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Harold Gordon Henshall · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Harold Gordon Henshall, an elderly man with limited mobility, was struck by a vehicle while crossing Church Street, Leek, on 17 February 2013. He suffered multiple injuries, was admitted to hospital, and died on 27 March 2013. Concerns were raised that street lighting and crossing facilities near St Edwards Church were inadequate, particularly for predominantly elderly church users.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Inadequate street lighting near St Edwards Church
Wider context from the report “a) That the level of street lighting on Church Street, Leek in the vicinity of St Edwards Church is inadequate generally and particularly on the nearside of the Macclesfield bound carriageway . Evidence at the inquest from local residents familiar with the location and police evidence suggested that the street lighting was poor and patchy , thus increasing the risk to pedestrians who choose to cross the nearby car park upon leaving church. It is particularly relevant to church users who are predominantly elderly.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Inadequate crossing facilities near St Edwards Church
Wider context from the report “b) That the crossing facilities available on Church Street, Leek in the vicinity of St Edwards Church are inadequate generally but with particular reference to church users who are predominantly elderly . This is mindful of:-
i. the gradient of the road in both directions from the church to the nearest pedestrian crossing facility .
ii. The interference with visibility caused to drivers in the Macclesfield bound direction by the gradient of the road and, particularly at night, the lights of on-coming vehicles .
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6 Feb 2014 Rachael Hannah DALLISON · Prevention of Future Deaths report Staffordshire South
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Concerns raised 1 Lack of a chevron warning sign on the approach to the bend View source
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Rachael Hannah DALLISON · Prevention of Future Deaths report
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Rachael Hannah DALLISON died aged 23 after sustaining fatal injuries in a road traffic collision on the B5013 at Willslock near Uttoxeter on 11 May 2013. The report raised concerns about repeated collisions at the bend and differences in warning signs for drivers approaching from the direction she travelled, including the absence of a chevron.
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PFD Monitor interpretation Lack of a chevron warning sign on the approach to the bend
Wider context from the report “Miss Dallison received fatal injuries in a road traffic collision on the B5013 at Willslock nr Uttoxeter on 11 May 2013. She was driving in a southerly direction and crashed on a bend. I enclose a photograph showing the approach to the bend in the direction that she travelled. I am not aware of other fatalities on this bend but at the inquest I heard that there had been a lot of collisions at the site. I was also told that on this stretch of road, works have been done on the local section but not recently here. It is also apparent when approaching the bend from the other direction there are warning signs (a bend sign and ‘Slow’ in the road) as well as a chevron. From where Miss Dallison was travelling there is a long straight where vehicles may accelerate and a bend and ‘Slow’ signs but no chevron. I should be very grateful if you could carry out a survey of the scene and see if further safety measures should be taken.
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