Akeem Rhoden
13 Dec 2022 · Coroner Rachel Knight · South Wales Central
The coroner's concerns
1. lack of signage at waterfalls
“The signage at ALL waterfalls in 'Waterfall Country' must be addressed”
2. inadequate warning signs
“[name redacted] 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. inadequate signage
“Signage at each waterfall should be in plain, bold, easily understandable English, spelling out the danger of the power of the water”
4. overloaded signage
“Existing signage is overloaded with information and not present at the point where individuals may decide to enter the water”
Responses
2022-0414-Response-from-Natural-Resources-Wales.pdf ↗· Natural Resources Wales
Stated action
“Natural Resources Wales is in the process of commissioning a report from an independent expert concerning visitor safety management to include signage in Waterfall Country. The outcome of this process will be shared with Brecon Beacons National Park Authority, Powys County Council, Rhondda Cynon Taf and Neath Port Talbot Council.”
2022-0414-Response-from-Neath-Port-Talbot-Council.pdf ↗· Neath Port Talbot Council
Stated action · by the end of March 2023
“Neath Port Talbot Council have 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. It is anticipated that this work will be concluded in by the end of March”