Anti Climb

The term ‘perimeter security’ is widely used in cybersecurity in reference to measures that protect computer networks from hackers and unwelcome intruders. But the need for perimeter security isn’t a new phenomenon. One of the earliest known instances of perimeter security is Hadrian’s Wall, built by the Romans in around 122 AD, allegedly to defend the Roman empire. But it's likely that prehistoric humans would have used various perimeter defences to protect them from being attacked by wild animals and possibly other tribes. What is Perimeter Security? Perimeter security refers to the measures taken to protect the boundaries of a...

Most people are familiar with spiked, aggressive looking anti climb perimeter security devices. They are a common feature around various establishments and installations such as electricity sub-station, MOD premises, prisons and other official properties. But there are many situations in which anti climb protection is needed, but spike based solutions simply wouldn’t be acceptable. If someone injures themselves, attempting to climb over a spiked anti climb barrier, then the property owner or occupier can be liable for the injury. This is one of the primary reasons why a non-aggressive anti climb solution is the right choice. Anti Climb Protection for...

Unfortunately, many of us become increasingly complacent over home security until the day comes when we’re burgled. We may have gotten into the bad habit of leaving doors unlocked or windows open while popping out to the shops or visiting a near neighbour. Getting into the habit of running through some basic home security checks before going out is recommended by UK police forces as this simple process is known to thwart would-be housebreakers. Your Home Security Checklist Every home is different so the specific checks need to be tailored to each situation. For example, people living in apartment buildings...

While cats make wonderful pets, if neighbouring cats are using your garden as a litter tray this can be both unpleasant and even dangerous. People troubled by cats in their gardens often seek effective ways to keep them out. In this post we look at whether anti cat spikes are legal and effective. The Danger of Cat Poo Research has shown that as many as 350,000 Britons each year are being infected with a pet-borne parasite linked with schizophrenia and increased suicide risk. Toxoplasma, which can cause serious illness and has been linked with schizophrenia and other psychotic disturbances, can...

We’ve talked about the Occupiers Liability Act (OLA) in previous blog posts considering both anti climb wall toppings and specifically anti climb spikes. In this post we clarify what is meant by ‘Occupiers Liability’. We have previously highlighted how, under the Occupiers Liability Act 1957 (OLA 1957), the person who occupies land can be held liable when death, injury or property damage happens to a lawful visitor on that land. For a claim to arise there must be a duty of care and breach of duty, causing damage or injury. Who is the Occupier? Under the Occupiers Liability Act 1957 the...