Unfortunately, permanent fencing typically isn't an option. Excavation and permits could be required to construct a permanent fence around your work site.

Temporary fencing can offer many of the same security benefits provided by a permanent fence, but you can forego the hassle of installation and removal when you opt for temporary fencing around your construction site. Here are the top three reasons why you should add temporary fencing to your construction site.

1. Protect Valuable Equipment
A wide range of equipment is needed to complete any construction project. Most contractors will leave equipment on the job site each evening. It takes too much time and effort to load and unload valuable equipment each day.

The equipment that you leave on your construction site each evening could be stolen if you don't have a fence in place to protect these items.

National crime statistics show that construction equipment theft results in nationwide losses of up to $1 billion. The recovery rate for stolen construction equipment is less than 20%.

A temporary fence around your construction site can deter criminal activity and help you avoid the financial hardship created by equipment theft. Opt for a freestanding temporary fence that is held securely in place with concrete blocks to maximize the security of your valuable equipment.

2. Avoid Lawsuits
Construction companies have a legal obligation to maintain the safety of any work zone. This obligation is meant for the protection of both employees and any pedestrians passing by a construction site.

A passerby that sustains a serious injury on your construction site could file a personal injury lawsuit against your construction company. Temporary fencing can help you avoid these types of lawsuits.

If a personal injury case is filed against your company, the presence of a temporary fence around your work site could save you from being found legally liable for the plaintiff's injuries.

A fence acts as a visual barrier that lets people know an area is off limits. You can place signage on your temporary fence warning pedestrians of possible dangers and instructing them to keep their distance.

The money you invest in temporary fencing will help you avoid the greater financial loss that you may sustain in a personal injury lawsuit.

3. Maintain Accessibility
Accessibility is critical on a construction site. Heavy machinery, trucks loaded with materials, and tool trailers must all be able to enter the work zone with ease if you want your project to run efficiently.

Temporary fencing offers maximum accessibility to your work area without compromising the safety and security of your construction site.

Individual fence panels can be reconfigured as your construction project progresses and access points change. A temporary gate can be relocated to a different section of fencing to accommodate access point updates.

The flexibility a temporary fence offers in terms of setup and mobility allows you to ensure your equipment, vendors, subcontractors, and others can always access your construction site with ease.

Construction sites are a prime example of areas where temporary fencing solutions can be more beneficial than permanent fence installation.

A temporary fence gives you the privacy, security, and protection you need without interfering with the day-to-day operations of your work site.

Temporary fencing can be made from a variety of materials and comes in varying heights. You can customize your temporary fencing to meet the unique needs of your construction site.

Contact Alta Fence Co. today to discuss your temporary fencing options. We can help you secure temporary fencing that will enhance the safety and security of your construction sites in the future.