How High Should Expandable Barriers Be in New Zealand?

When considering the purchase of an expandable safety barrier for your residential or commercial property in New Zealand, determining the appropriate height is crucial. Here are some key factors to consider when making your decision.

Index

1. Safety and Security
2. Workplace Hazards
3. Visibility
4. Barrier Heights & Lengths
5. Selecting the Right Barrier

 

1. Safety and Security:
The primary function of an expandable safety barrier is to prevent unauthorized access to restricted areas. For optimal security, it is recommended to choose a barrier with a height of at least 1.5 to 2 metres to deter potential intruders and prevent climbing. However, a height of 1 metre can also be sufficient for safety purposes only.

2. Workplace Hazards:
The nature of your property and the specific hazards you are trying to protect against should also influence the height of your expandable safety barrier. For example, if the barrier is intended to prevent falls from elevated areas or access to hazardous machinery and equipment, a height of at least 1.5 metres may be necessary.

3. Visibility:
Ensuring that the chosen height of the barrier provides good visibility to occupants and visitors is crucial to prevent accidents.

4. Barrier Heights & Lengths:
Choose from a range of barrier sizes suitable for different openings, with options from 4 to 8 metres in length and heights of 1m, 1.5m, and 2m.

When selecting the height of an expandable safety barrier, consider the specific use and environment. DIY Xpanda offers a range of barriers. Their team can provide guidance on choosing the right height to ensure maximum safety and security for your property. Trust DIY Xpanda for all your expandable safety barrier needs.

5.Selecting the Right Barrier:

Recommendation Tool (Beta)

The tool below recommends suitable expandable barriers for your use. By default, it suggests one unit, but you can order multiple units depending on your needs. Since this is a beta version, please enter the required width and heights confirm (if applicable) at the customer note section on your cart page.

Expandable Barrier Recommendations