In managed play environments, safety and accessibility must work together. While protecting children is the primary focus, rapid emergency access is also essential.
The PlaySecure® Machine Access Gate provides a wide 2.9m opening, significantly exceeding the 2.15m minimum width required for ambulance access. Designed specifically for playground environments, this double-leaf gate system includes the APS after-welded hydraulic closing system, allowing larger gate leaves to close with a controlled, gentle motion that supports RoSPA compliance.
This gate is supplied as a dig-in only system and requires three bags of Post Mix per post for installation.
Unlike standard spring hinges, the APS hydraulic closing system is designed to manage the weight of wider gate leaves. Adjustable speed settings allow the gate to close smoothly within the recommended 5-second closing window, preventing the leaf from swinging shut too quickly and reducing the risk of injury.
The gate includes a 1.2m primary leaf and 1.7m secondary leaf, offering flexible access. The primary leaf functions as a daily pedestrian entrance, while opening both leaves creates the full 2.9m access width required for emergency vehicles and maintenance machinery.
A heavy-duty drop bolt secures the secondary leaf in place when not in use. The system is also padlockable, helping restrict unauthorised vehicle access while still allowing entry when required.
This gate is engineered for child-focused environments, incorporating safety features, including:
Each gate leaf includes a safety tether. In the unlikely event of hinge failure, the tether prevents the gate from falling, reducing the risk of injury and supporting BS EN 12604 compliance.
A retrofitted slam plate allows the gate to be installed with a universal swing direction. RoSPA recommends outward-swinging gates where possible to help prevent unleashed dogs from entering play areas, provided there are no external hazards such as roads or benches.
Manufactured from pre-galvanised steel and finished with a polyester powder coating, the gate offers excellent corrosion resistance while providing clear visual identification of the access point for users with visual impairments.
The kit includes 13mm 3M tapered rubber pads, which help:
If you would like any more information regarding this product line or any of First Fence's offerings, please get in touch. We are available by phone on 01283 512 111, email sales@firstfence.co.uk, or connect via live chat.
| Height | 1000mm [Installed] |
| Width | 2900mm |
| Gate Hanging Side | Universal |
| Number of Gate Leaves | 2 |
| Hinge Post Dimensions | 80 x 80 x 2.5mm, actual length 1500mm |
| Post Type | Dig In |
| Weight | 70.3kg |
| Material | Pre-Galvanised Steel |
| Finish | PPC |
| PPC Colours | Red or Yellow as standard |
| Standards | BS EN 12604 [Gate Safety] |
| Standards | BS EN 13438 [PPC] |
| Compliant with | RoSPA Regulations |
| Name | Quantity |
|---|---|
| PlaySecure® 1.0m High x 1.2m Wide Gate Leaf [Primary] | 1 |
| PlaySecure® 1.0m High x 1.7m Wide Gate Leaf [Secondary] | 1 |
| Hinge Post | 2 |
| PlaySecure® Slam Plate and Rubber Fixing Kit | 1 |
| APS Hydraulic Gate Closer - After-Welded Kit | 1 |
| Adjustable Gate Eye [150mm] | 2 |
| First Fence Universal Heavy Duty Drop Bolt [Galvanised] | 1 |
| First Fence Padlockable Drop Bolt Add On Kit | 1 |
| Gate Restrainer 3mm | 1 |
| Height | 1000mm [Installed] |
| Width | 2900mm |
| Gate Hanging Side | Universal |
| Number of Gate Leaves | 2 |
| Hinge Post Dimensions | 80 x 80 x 2.5mm, actual length 1500mm |
| Post Type | Dig In |
| Weight | 70.3kg |
| Material | Pre-Galvanised Steel |
| Finish | PPC |
| PPC Colours | Red or Yellow as standard |
| Standards | BS EN 12604 [Gate Safety] |
| Standards | BS EN 13438 [PPC] |
| Compliant with | RoSPA Regulations |
| Name | Quantity |
|---|---|
| PlaySecure® 1.0m High x 1.2m Wide Gate Leaf [Primary] | 1 |
| PlaySecure® 1.0m High x 1.7m Wide Gate Leaf [Secondary] | 1 |
| Hinge Post | 2 |
| PlaySecure® Slam Plate and Rubber Fixing Kit | 1 |
| APS Hydraulic Gate Closer - After-Welded Kit | 1 |
| Adjustable Gate Eye [150mm] | 2 |
| First Fence Universal Heavy Duty Drop Bolt [Galvanised] | 1 |
| First Fence Padlockable Drop Bolt Add On Kit | 1 |
| Gate Restrainer 3mm | 1 |
In managed play environments, safety and accessibility must work together. While protecting children is the primary focus, rapid emergency access is also essential.
The PlaySecure® Machine Access Gate provides a wide 2.9m opening, significantly exceeding the 2.15m minimum width required for ambulance access. Designed specifically for playground environments, this double-leaf gate system includes the APS after-welded hydraulic closing system, allowing larger gate leaves to close with a controlled, gentle motion that supports RoSPA compliance.
This gate is supplied as a dig-in only system and requires three bags of Post Mix per post for installation.
Unlike standard spring hinges, the APS hydraulic closing system is designed to manage the weight of wider gate leaves. Adjustable speed settings allow the gate to close smoothly within the recommended 5-second closing window, preventing the leaf from swinging shut too quickly and reducing the risk of injury.
The gate includes a 1.2m primary leaf and 1.7m secondary leaf, offering flexible access. The primary leaf functions as a daily pedestrian entrance, while opening both leaves creates the full 2.9m access width required for emergency vehicles and maintenance machinery.
A heavy-duty drop bolt secures the secondary leaf in place when not in use. The system is also padlockable, helping restrict unauthorised vehicle access while still allowing entry when required.
This gate is engineered for child-focused environments, incorporating safety features, including:
Each gate leaf includes a safety tether. In the unlikely event of hinge failure, the tether prevents the gate from falling, reducing the risk of injury and supporting BS EN 12604 compliance.
A retrofitted slam plate allows the gate to be installed with a universal swing direction. RoSPA recommends outward-swinging gates where possible to help prevent unleashed dogs from entering play areas, provided there are no external hazards such as roads or benches.
Manufactured from pre-galvanised steel and finished with a polyester powder coating, the gate offers excellent corrosion resistance while providing clear visual identification of the access point for users with visual impairments.
The kit includes 13mm 3M tapered rubber pads, which help:
If you would like any more information regarding this product line or any of First Fence's offerings, please get in touch. We are available by phone on 01283 512 111, email sales@firstfence.co.uk, or connect via live chat.