Construction sites are high-risk environments. With an abundance of equipment, tools, and materials stored on-site, it’s no wonder that construction site theft costs the UK around £800 million a year — according to a report by BauWatch.
With the number and value of stolen items from construction sites steadily increasing, how can you ensure the safety of your facility? At Security Solutions, we provide a variety of security measures like construction site security gates for your peace of mind.
Don’t make your site an easy target. Read on to learn more about how our bespoke security solutions can protect your equipment, materials, and staff by minimising the risk of theft, vandalism, and accidents.
Which items must be kept secure on a construction site?
When working on a construction site, keeping staff safe is the number one priority. However, many valuable goods also tend to be present on building sites, and the right security measures are vital for protecting your belongings.
Here are the items that are most frequently stolen from construction sites:
- Tools (especially hand tools due to their portability)
- Materials (including copper wiring, lumber, and metal due to their resale value)
- Confidential documents (like financial records, password documents, etc.)
- Site access methods (such as key fobs and cards)
How do you secure a building site?
A reliable security strategy is the most effective way to secure a building site. This usually involves combining perimeter security solutions like fences, gates, barriers, and CCTV surveillance with an access control system.
Let’s take a look at these in more depth.
- Security fencing
As well as acting as a strong visual deterrent to thieves and vandals, security fencing is an excellent way to protect your site, workers, and nearby pedestrians.
Fencing solutions are durable, sturdy, and extremely difficult to climb — especially when combined with anti-climb finishes like barbed and razor wires. Once installed, they are low-maintenance and act as an effective construction site security solution.
We offer three different types of construction site fences at Security Solutions, including SS Palisade Fencing, SS Mesh Fencing, and SS Rail Fencing to suit your premises. We stock our fences in a variety of sizes up to 3m high, so we can always deliver a bespoke solution to protect your construction site, staff, and equipment.
- Security gates
No matter the size of your worksite, security gates offer a versatile way to control vehicle access while minimising the risk of unauthorised intruders.
There are many different types of construction site security gates to choose from, depending on your security needs, project scope, and site measurements. The best part? Some of our security gate types can be manually operated or automated, providing a secure and efficient entry point to your site with the help of access control integration. Here are a few of our best-selling models:
- SSSG Steel Cantilever Sliding Gates: Ideal for high-traffic construction sites, our sliding gates are manufactured and designed with constant, daily use in mind.
- SSBF Bi-Folding Gates: Our bi-folding gates have a concertina design, making them a popular option for sites with limited space. Their quick open-and-shut mechanism is ideal for controlling traffic flow.
- SSHG Swing Gates: Made from durable aluminium or heavy-duty steel, our swing gates are ideal for upgrading your facility’s current perimeter security solutions with ease of access.
What’s more, our construction gates fully comply with CE and BS standards and come with health and safety approval for your peace of mind.
- Security Barriers
From manual and hydraulic to electro-mechanical automatic options, security barriers can provide your construction site with controlled access, reducing the risk of intruders while streamlining your project operations with efficient traffic control.
For construction sites, our automatic rising arm barriers can be combined with an access control system and CCTV equipment so your team can rest assured that only authorised personnel are allowed to enter the premises.
Choose from the following access control options:
- Card
- Keyfob
- Audio intercom systems (with or without video)
- Keypad
- Vehicle safety induction loops
- Photocell control
- Biometrics
- Coins/tokens
- Security Turnstiles
For high-risk theft and crime areas like a construction site, full-height turnstiles can reduce the risk of tailgating and unauthorised access. Matching the height of your existing perimeter security, turnstiles can present a foreboding visual and psychological deterrent for opportunistic thieves and vandals.
They allow management personnel to keep track of how many people are on the site at a given time, and they provide enhanced security when combined with an access control system.
- Road blockers
Designed for busy, crowded construction sites with a variety of vehicles entering and exiting at all hours, road blockers can be raised and lowered in just 3-5 seconds in the event of an attempted or suspected breach.
With their exceptional strength and durability, our crash-rated road blockers are designed for high-risk areas where stopping unauthorised vehicle access is a priority. They are low-maintenance and operate smoothly and quietly with reliable hydraulic solenoids, keeping disruption to a minimum.
We can deliver road blocker solutions in heights and widths of your choice, ensuring a bespoke security measure and deterrent that suits your site’s available space.
Get a quote for bespoke construction site security measures
Our team at Security Solutions have been manufacturing, supplying, installing, and maintaining high-strength security measures since 2003. We’ve sourced the ideal security solution for every type of client, whether it be for a small construction site or a large-scale distribution centre.
Our security solutions are never one-size-fits-all — we understand the importance of tailored security measures to protect your belongings and staff. Our in-house design and manufacturing teams will discuss your needs in detail to ensure the most reliable protection for your site.
As well as handling manufacturing and installation, we also offer a service and maintenance contract for all of our security products. We cover breakdowns, repairs, and replacements to ensure your operations can continue smoothly and your security is never compromised.
If you have any questions about our construction site security measures, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.