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Liam Floyd SEAGER · Prevention of Future Deaths report

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Issued 17 Feb 2020•Inner North London

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Concerns
2

Raised in this report

Recipients
2

Named on the report

Responses found
2

Of 2 recipients

Stated actions
11

Described in responses

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Concerns and recipient responses

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Concerns raised2

  1. Delays in implementing a traffic management order prohibiting pedestrian crossing on the A12
    Part of recurring concern: Inadequate control of pedestrian crossing risks
  2. Unavailability of a pedestrian crossing on the A12 at Wick Lane
    Part of recurring concern: Inadequate control of pedestrian crossing risks
Responses linked to these concerns

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Actions described in response An action is something a recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to a concern raised.4

  1. Action

    Produce detailed plans for new pedestrian phases, protected crossing infrastructure, railings and additional pedestrian restriction signage at the A12/Wick Lane junction.

    Stated by London Borough of Tower HamletsStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  2. Action

    Seek TfL approval to close the A12 slip roads for four days to enable necessary footway widening works.

    Stated by London Borough of Tower HamletsStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  3. Action

    Implement a Traffic Regulation Order and install signage and supplementary measures prohibiting pedestrian access to the A12.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 24 February 2020.

Respondent positions A position is what a recipient says about a concern when it does not describe a specific action.2

  1. Position

    LBTH is responsible for designing and constructing the new pedestrian crossing and providing wayfinding signs.

    Stated by Transport for LondonRedirects responsibilityThe respondent said that another organisation was responsible for deciding or taking action.

Source evidence

How this individual concern was interpreted

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PFD Monitor interpretation

Delays in implementing a traffic management order prohibiting pedestrian crossing on the A12

Wider context from the report

“I heard at inquest that there is no pedestrian crossing on the A12 near the location of the collision. 1. Transport for London has indicated that it hopes to have a traffic management order in place by June 2020, which will prohibit pedestrians from crossing at this point. I am concerned that we are still four months away from this. 2. Once the traffic management order is in place, a pedestrian crossing is needed to make it easier for pedestrians to cross the top of the A12 at Wick Lane. Even before this, Tower Hamlets could undertake useful preparatory work to enable the build to proceed quickly following the TMO. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Inadequate control of pedestrian crossing risks.

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How this individual concern was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the report wording shown below. Response links show a clear evidence connection; they do not assign responsibility.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Unavailability of a pedestrian crossing on the A12 at Wick Lane

Wider context from the report

“I heard at inquest that there is no pedestrian crossing on the A12 near the location of the collision. 1. Transport for London has indicated that it hopes to have a traffic management order in place by June 2020, which will prohibit pedestrians from crossing at this point. I am concerned that we are still four months away from this. 2. Once the traffic management order is in place, a pedestrian crossing is needed to make it easier for pedestrians to cross the top of the A12 at Wick Lane. Even before this, Tower Hamlets could undertake useful preparatory work to enable the build to proceed quickly following the TMO. ”

Is this part of a recurring concern?

Yes — Inadequate control of pedestrian crossing risks.

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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

Produce detailed plans for new pedestrian phases, protected crossing infrastructure, railings and additional pedestrian restriction signage at the A12/Wick Lane junction.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Tower Hamlets Council has produced detailed plans for new pedestrian phases to be incorporated into the signalled junction of the A12 / Wick Lane to provide protected pedestrian crossing. These have been discussed with the Police and TfL and it is recognised that the railings around the crossing landing points at the top of the slip roads provide an additional deterrent to pedestrians seeking to cross the A12. The railings will also provide space for additional signage indicating that pedestrians are not permitted to walk along the A12.”

Source location

Response from Tower Hamlets Council
Page 1 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Seek TfL approval to close the A12 slip roads for four days to enable necessary footway widening works.

Verbatim wording from the response

“These works will commence once approval is secured from TfL to close the A12 slip roads for 4 days to facilitate the necessary footway widening work. Those approvals are being sought as a matter of urgency.”

Source location

Response from Tower Hamlets Council
Page 1 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Implement a Traffic Regulation Order and install signage and supplementary measures prohibiting pedestrian access to the A12.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Prohibiting pedestrian access to the A12”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 3 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Continue working with relevant London boroughs to identify and establish new or improved pedestrian crossings across the A12.

Verbatim wording from the response

“As part of our longer-term strategic plans, we will continue working with the relevant London boroughs to identify and establish new and improved pedestrian crossing opportunities across the A12. These plans may include long term development proposals and are dependent on both the private and public sectors, as well as the use of land outside the highway boundary.”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 6 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

LBTH is responsible for designing and constructing the new pedestrian crossing and providing wayfinding signs.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Joint work between TfL and LBTH”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 5 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

COVID-19 restrictions may prevent completion of the TRO’s remaining works until it is safe and government guidance permits them.

Verbatim wording from the response

“However, due to the current health crisis caused by COVID-19 pandemic, we are following Government guidance in respect of the operations we can continue whilst following social distancing. As such and considering the pandemic, we may be unable to carry out the remaining activities to put in place the TRO. When it is safe to undertake the necessary works in respect of the TRO (and in accordance with guidance from the Department of Transport), this work will be a priority.”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Other statements in published responses

These actions and other statements could not be clearly connected to one concern in this report.

Recipient-stated actions An action is something a recipient says it has done, is doing, or plans to do in response to a concern raised.7

  1. 1

    Renew or replace road markings and road studs along the A12 to improve lane demarcation and discipline.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStatus at responseThe respondent said that this action was partly complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  2. 2

    Work with London boroughs to develop improved wayfinding signs directing pedestrians to safe A12 crossing points.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated in progressThe respondent said that this action was in progress when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  3. 3

    Review the street-lighting trial using current technical standards and decide whether to retain the unlit arrangement or replace lamp columns.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated plannedThe respondent said that this action was planned when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  4. 4

    Inspect the A12 and review site conditions to identify immediate and longer-term safety measures.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  5. 5

    Run a two-week trial displaying speed-reduction messages on TfL-owned digital advertising boards.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  6. 6

    Reduce illumination of TfL-owned digital advertising screens to the lowest possible level to reduce glare for motorists.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.
  7. 7

    Recalibrate, upgrade and site-test four A12 safety cameras against relevant standards.

    Stated by Transport for LondonStated completedThe respondent said that this action was complete when they made their response on 24 February 2020.

Recipient positions A position is what a recipient says about a concern when they do not describe a specific action.2

  1. 1

    The MPS operates TfL’s safety cameras for speed-enforcement purposes.

    Stated by Transport for LondonRedirects responsibilityThe respondent said that another organisation was responsible for deciding or taking action.
  2. 2

    Two digital advertising screens near the A12 are on private land, so there is no jurisdiction or control over their operation.

    Stated by Transport for LondonOutside remitThe respondent said that this matter was outside its role or authority.

Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Renew or replace road markings and road studs along the A12 to improve lane demarcation and discipline.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Road markings and cats’ eyes”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Work with London boroughs to develop improved wayfinding signs directing pedestrians to safe A12 crossing points.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Joint work between TfL and LBTH”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 5 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Review the street-lighting trial using current technical standards and decide whether to retain the unlit arrangement or replace lamp columns.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Street lighting”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 5 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Inspect the A12 and review site conditions to identify immediate and longer-term safety measures.

Verbatim wording from the response

“It is our standard practice and part of our wider commitment to Vision Zero to organise a visit to the site of every fatal incident that occurs on TfL’s road network. We aim to carry out a visit within 48 hours from when the incident occurs to identify any issues and actions that can be taken immediately to prevent future loss of life.”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 2 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Run a two-week trial displaying speed-reduction messages on TfL-owned digital advertising boards.

Verbatim wording from the response

“On the two digital advertising boards that span the A12 near Leytonstone Station, we displayed speed reduction messages for a trial two-week period from 9 December to 22 December 2019. The message operated on a rolling programme and continually rotated between other advertisements. The message was designed as part of the speed reduction awareness campaign promoted by TfL throughout London over the Christmas period as part of our Vision Zero Action Plan.”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 5 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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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

Reduce illumination of TfL-owned digital advertising screens to the lowest possible level to reduce glare for motorists.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Digital advertising screens”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent action was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Recalibrate, upgrade and site-test four A12 safety cameras against relevant standards.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Safety cameras”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

The MPS operates TfL’s safety cameras for speed-enforcement purposes.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Safety cameras”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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Source evidence

How this respondent position was interpreted

PFD Monitor created a concise, searchable interpretation from the published response wording shown below.

PFD Monitor interpretation

Two digital advertising screens near the A12 are on private land, so there is no jurisdiction or control over their operation.

Verbatim wording from the response

“Digital advertising screens”

Source location

Response from Transport for London
Page 4 · response
Published 24 February 2020

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