Colin North
9 Jan 2020 · Coroner Louise Hunt · Birmingham and Solihull
The coroner's concerns
1. uncontrolled pedestrian access to race track
“The TV recording of the event shows that as soon as the race is concluded the gate to the only entry and exit point is opened. Pedestrians (in using this term I include those working at the event and others) and several recovery vehicles then come through the gate. At the same time Stock Cars remain on the track some undertaking”
2. lack of protected walkways for pedestrians
“Urgent action is required to ensure pedestrians on the track have clear protected walkways and safe areas away from large recovery vehicles.”
3. inadequate risk assessment for pedestrians on track
“Urgent action is required to review the risk assessment document to ensure it adequately protects any pedestrians that need to be on the track.”
4. prize giving in unsafe location
“Urgent action is required to review the prize giving procedure and to consider moving this to the”
5. staff safety on track during races
“Urgent action is required to consider the safety of staff working during the races and whether they should remain on the track given that they are completely unprotected should a vehicle in the race lose control.”