Source · Prevention of Future Deaths
Charles Hardiman
Ref: 2014-0257
Date: 9 Jun 2014
Coroner: Clare Bailey
Area: Teesside
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AI-generated concerns summaryThe coroner noted concerns regarding a wind tunnel effect, created by open front and back doors of the Public House, which caused the back door to move suddenly and forcibly, resulting in an accident.
Date
9 Jun 2014
56-day deadline
4 Aug 2014 est.
estimated from the report date
Responses identified
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Coroner's concerns
The coroner noted concerns regarding a wind tunnel effect, created by open front and back doors of the Public House, which caused the back door to move suddenly and forcibly, resulting in an accident.
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(1) It was reported that the front door to the Public House was open and created a wind tunnel when the back door was Open. This forced the back door to move forcibly and suddenly resulting in the accident:
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Investigation and inquest
On 7th March 2014 | commenced an investigation into the death of Charles Ronald Hardiman , aged 78 years_ The investigation concluded at the end of the inquest on 7"h March 2014. The conclusion of the inquest was ACCIDENT with Mr Hardiman having died from head and chest injuries
Circumstances of the death
On 26"h February 2014 Mr Hardiman and a friend arrived at The Stockton Public House at around 11.45am and consumed two and a half pints of beer: Both gentlemen moved to the rear of the premises to smoke & cigarette_ positioned themselves on the top of a platform situated at the top of a flight of five steps_ The friend opened the back door to re-enter the premises and a gust of wind took over the door; creating a wind tunnel, causing the door to move forcibly and suddenly pushing Mr Hardiman backwards_ Mr Hardiman fell down the stairs sustained the injuries which resulted in his death:
Action should be taken
In my opinion action should be taken to prevent future deaths and believe you ANDIOR the owners of The Stockton Public House have the power t0 take such action_ They and
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Report details
- Reference
- 2014-0257
- Date of report
- 9 June 2014
- Coroner
- Clare Bailey
- Coroner area
- Teesside
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Organisations named in PFD reports are normally expected to respond within 56 days. Deadline: 4 Aug 2014 (estimated from the report date).
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- Stockton Public House