This part of BS 1722 specifies requirements for the following categories of open mesh steel panel fences:
a) category 1: general purpose fences up to 2 400 mm high;
b) category 2: security fences at least 2 400 mm high;
c) category 3: high security fences at least 3 000 mm high;
d) category 4: extra high security fences at least 3 000 mm high.
Requirements for the performance of panel fences for this standard are based upon loadings described in clause 5.
Maintenance of the fence after installation is outside the scope of the standard.
NOTE Annex A list items that should be agreed between the fence supplier and the purchaser.