What is PaliFence® LPS 1175 (a1) Fencing?
One solution that can help with the security of your premises is the PaliFence® LPS 1175 (a1 fencing) range from First Fence.
In this blog, read about the fencing solution and understand what A1 fencing actually is.
What is PaliFence®?
PaliFence® is a product range consisting of high security palisade fencing and gates that holds certification under LPS 1175 SR1 (A1) standards which guarantees a 60 second delay against opportunistic attacks using category A tools.
What is LPS 1175?
LPS 1175, or Loss Prevention Standard 1175, is a globally recognised certification standard established by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (LPCB). As a third-party certification body under the governance of the Building Research Establishment (BRE), LPCB sets stringent standards for security products and services.
A LPS 1175 SR1 (A1) Security Fencing System can enhance security and delay intruders, even just for a short amount of time, to give other security measures chance to come into play. Such as detection and response.
The LPS 1175 certification covers a broad range of building components, strongpoints, security enclosures, and free standing barriers. Notably, it also evaluates the attack resistance of perimeter fencing systems, such as PaliFence®.
The testing process is extremely rigorous and simulates forced entry attacks, using different tools to represent likely methods intruders would take to enter the specific environment that the fence is installed in. Each set of tools is assigned a tool kit reference to mirror the most probably tools in the given context.
What is A1 Fencing?
A1 fencing or Security Rating 1 (SR1), is the first level within the LPS 1175 certification system. Fences with an a1 rating are able to withstand an opportunistic attack, using a variety of tools, for at least 60 seconds, as it is designed to delay an intruder, giving time for a security response to be initiated.
The SR1 test is devised by the LPCB and carried out by the BRE. The test involves a number of different attacks, using a variety of tools, from ‘Tool Kit A’.
Tools that are within this category, include; adhesive tape, cable cutters, electric cable, glass cutter, knives, pliers, rope and more.
Where can PaliFence® LPS 1175 be used?
The SR1 rating is the equivalent of the LPS 1175 A1 rating. The a1 rating is suitable for a wide range of applications, such as;
- Schools
- Hospitals
- Transport hubs
- Power plants
- Government buildings
- Secure compounds and warehouses
- Commercial premise
- Storage facilities
What are the benefits of choosing PaliFence®?
Reliable Security
The main benefit of PaliFence® is the assurance of reliable security. The stringent testing procedures and certification levels can provide peace of mind to those seeking a robust and high security perimeter solution.
Range of Sizes and Styles
Fencing and gates are available in a range of heights, and widths so that you are able to create the ideal security fencing solution for you.
There’s also the option of choosing your pale types, and colours so that you can customise your solution to how you would like it.
Durability
Investing in high-quality, certified security fencing systems can be a higher initial upfront cost, but due to the testing and high quality materials used, you know that this will be a robust system that can withstand the test of time.
In Conclusion
Where security threats are present, it is important to consider the right security measures for your premises, and whether that high-security fencing is required.
Providing a reliable, standardised and effective means of adding delay to any opportunistic or planned attack, a1 fencing systems can help secure your property, whether it’s your home, a commercial space or public facility.
If you are considering using the LPS 1175 and A1 security fencing system, it is important to seek professional guidance to help you tailor the fencing system to your requirements.
