Anti Climb

As previously highlighted - UK Police forces, security professionals and local authorities are warning people that the cost of living crisis will inevitably result in increased crime. As people find it increasingly difficult to make ends meet they look for ways to reduce their expenses and possibly make some cash. An example that’s been seen throughout the UK is a massive surge in garage forecourt fuel theft, prompted by the dramatic increase in costs. Sadly, petrol station employees can find themselves facing difficult and sometimes violent encounters. And while burglary incidents have declined through the COVID pandemic it’s anticipated that acquisitional...

With poorer households experiencing the worst of the cost-of-lving crisis and rising inflation in the UK hitting a 40 year high, Andy Cooke, the new HM chief inspector of constabulary has said  this will “invariably” fuel a rise in crime. “I think whenever you see an increase in the cost of living or whenever you see more people dropping into poverty, I think you’ll invariably see a rise in crime,”  Said Mr Cooke, a former chief constable of Merseyside Police who has worked in policing since 1985. Mr Cooke is reported to have expressed concern that UK police forces are...

Roller Barrier has become the primary anti climb system of choice in many situations where safety is critical. Schools, psychiatric hospitals, prisons, young offenders centres, public buildings and many other locations are now enjoying robust anti climb protection without the risk of causing injury. But while a single row of Roller Barrier is provides more than adequate protection in most circumstances, there are instances where additional protection is needed. This is why the Double and Trigard Roller Barrier systems were developed. What is Double Roller Barrier? Double Roller Barrier is simply two rows of Roller Barrier robustly mounted on top...

Business premises with walls, fences and gates that are easily climbed often find themselves targeted by thieves and intruders. The traditional methods used to protect perimeters from unwanted intruders have tended to be aggressive. For example, razor wire, barbed wire and anti-climb spikes are commonly used. But these systems, while presenting a strong visual deterrent, can cause harm to people and animals who come into contact with them. Non-Malicious Intruders While many will share the opinion that thieves and intruders who are harmed when attempting to overcome aggressive anti-climb property barriers should have known better, businesses need to be highly aware...

Fence spikes and wall spikes are a popular way to add visible perimeter security that deters would be intruders. We’ve previously looked at legal requirements regarding the use of anti climb spikes. Occupiers liability legislation means that property owners and occupiers have a “duty of care” for anyone entering their property, regardless of whether they are legitimate visitors or unwanted intruders. This includes children, who may scale a perimeter simply to retrieve a ball. 12 Year Old Killed by Fence Spikes A tragedy took place in June 2021 when 12 year old Harsh Thakor fell onto spikes which pierced his...