{"id":6412,"date":"2016-10-11T10:24:33","date_gmt":"2016-10-11T09:24:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/?post_type=blog&#038;p=6412"},"modified":"2021-12-13T11:34:28","modified_gmt":"2021-12-13T11:34:28","slug":"electrified-fences","status":"publish","type":"blog","link":"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/electrified-fences\/","title":{"rendered":"How to reduce the risks associated with electrified fencing"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Many consumer-facing businesses (such as retail outlets) are reluctant to utilise electric fencing. This is perfectly understandable, as it may project an unwelcoming image, and it can be hazardous to customers if it is not deployed with sufficient care. However, it is one of the most effective forms of security fencing because it can repel prospective intruders with instant, unavoidable and painful electric shocks. For some high-profile <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/business-security\/\" title=\"Maintaining business security begins with perimeter fencing\">businesses that need to establish highly secure perimeters<\/a>, electrified fencing can be a necessary investment.<\/p>\n<p>If you <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/fencing-for-a-port\/\" title=\"Key points to consider when picking fencing for a port\">consider investing in electrified fencing<\/a> for your business, you should be aware that you can deploy it without endangering your customers or projecting a negative image. In fact, we at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\">Zaun<\/a> have come up with several simple tips to help you avoid these pitfalls.<\/p>\n<h2>1. Utilise electrified security fencing at the back of your premises, not the front<\/h2>\n<p>Many criminals and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/think-like-an-intruder\/\" title=\"Think Like an Intruder &#8211; Protect your business effectively\">intruders will attempt to gain entry to your business<\/a> premises via the back of the building. It is, therefore, worth <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/temporary-electric-fence\/\" title=\"Original temporary electric fence now deploys even faster\">deploying electrified fencing<\/a> at the rear of your premises. However, you should avoid placing it at the front because this is the part of your building that customers will see and gain entrance. You can deploy alternative security measures at the front of your building that customers will find less off-putting. We recommend using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/cloud-based-cctv\/\" title=\"3 advantages of cloud-based CCTV\">CCTV<\/a> and alarm systems coupled with mesh cladding, armoured shutters or other protective measures to cover entry points. You can also place stylish but effective <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/secure-railings\/\" title=\"Making railings more secure in three easy steps\">security railing<\/a> (available here at Zaun) around the front of your perimeter.<\/p>\n<h2>2. Add another layer of security fencing<\/h2>\n<p>If the back of your building is highly accessible to the public, you may wish to add a secondary layer of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/laser-cut-logos\/\" title=\"Why you should consider adding laser-cut logos to your security fencing\">security fencing<\/a> around your electrified fencing to prevent ordinary people from touching it accidentally. Note that the <a data-wpil=\"url\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/products\/electric-security-fencing\/\">electrified fencing<\/a> will still be necessary to prevent determined intruders.<\/p>\n<h2>3. Only switch on your electrified fencing when your business is closed<\/h2>\n<p>While there are personnel on your property, there\u2019s no <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/why-do-you-need-fencing-for-playgrounds\/\" title=\"Why do you need fencing for playgrounds?\">need to activate your electrified fencing<\/a>. Simply put, most criminals won\u2019t try to break into a building while it is still heavily populated. Consequently, you can leave your electrified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/high-security-perimeter-fencing\/\" title=\"Three elements of high security perimeter fencing\">security fencing<\/a> off during business hours to minimise the risk of accidents. However, when your business closes for the night, you should ensure that your fencing is activated so that it can repel intruders.<\/p>\n<h2>4. Provide clear warning signs<\/h2>\n<p>Just in case a customer or member of staff wanders too near your electrified <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/perimeter-fencing-for-schools\/\" title=\"TMS secures Cornwall school fencing contracts\">security fencing<\/a>, you should provide obvious warning signs to prevent them from touching it. This should significantly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/reduce-risk-in-schools\/\" title=\"Sports fencing is essential to reduce risk in schools\">reduce the risk of collisions with your electrified fencing<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>By following these tips, you can deploy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zaun.co.uk\/blog\/electrified-fencing\/\" title=\"Is electrified fencing right for you?\">electrified fencing<\/a> without risking the safety of your staff or your customers, or your reputation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Many consumer-facing businesses (such as retail outlets) are reluctant to utilise electric fencing. This is perfectly understandable, as it may project an unwelcoming image, and it can be hazardous to customers if it is not deployed with sufficient care. 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