Position and fix powered gates and barriers

This standard describes how to position and fix powered gates and barriers. It covers the full range of powered gates (swinging and sliding) and barriers used in the fencing industry. The installer should follow the approved manufacturers course for the type of powered gate they are intending to install. The standard covers the installation of powered gates and barriers to posts, in accordance with specifications. NB The standard does not cover the electrical work required for automated gates and barriers, which should only be completed by a competent and qualified electrician. This standard is suitable for fence installers.

1. carry out work in accordance with relevant environmental and

   health and safety legislation, risk assessment requirements and

   company policies and procedures

   2. wear suitable clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE)

   3. carry out all work in accordance with instructions and

   specifications

   4. select and prepare the required tools and equipment

   5. check to confirm that a safe working environment has been

   established

   6. obtain powered gate or barrier components of the specified

   type, material, quality and grade

   7. use industry-recommended working practices to prepare and

   assemble gate or barrier components to meet specifications

   8. use industry-recommended working practices to position and fix

   powered gates or barriers securely

   9. attach the power mechanism to the gate or barrier as per

   specifications

   10. attach sensors and controllers as per specifications

   11. confirm that the gate or barrier is properly aligned and levelled

   12. check that the gate opens, closes and fastens correctly and make

   adjustments where required

   13. confirm that the safety features on the gate or barrier are working

   correctly and in line with specifications

   14. confirm that the customer is fully trained and aware of the gate or

   barrier operation, safety features and maintenance requirements

   15. commission the powered gate or barrier in line with requirements

   16. maintain the integrity of the protective finishes during fixing

   17. use, maintain and store tools and equipment safely and in a clean

   and serviceable condition

   18. dispose of waste and excess materials safely to minimise

   environmental risk, in accordance with the relevant legal

   requirements

   19. carry out your work in a manner that causes minimal impact to the

   surrounding area, other users of the site and anyone else who

   may be affected

1. the environmental and health and safety requirements associated

   with preparing, positioning and fixing powered gates and barriers

   2. the hazards and risks involved in the installation of powered gates

   and barriers, paying attention to pinch points and entrapment

   3. the type of clothing and personal protective equipment (PPE)

   suitable for the task

   4. the requirements and procedures for gaining access to the work

   site

   5. the specific requirements for permit-to-work schemes

   6. the types of signs and protective barriers used by the fencing

   industry

   7. the reasons for traffic management when working adjacent to

   highways and other transport systems

   8. where to obtain the instructions and specifications required to

   carry out the work

   9. the types of tools and equipment used for positioning and fixing

   powered gates or barriers, and how to prepare, use and maintain

   these safely and correctly

   10. the relevant legal requirements for the use of powered tools and

   equipment

   11. the components required for the type of powered gate or barrier

   you are installing and their purpose

   12. the methods used for assembling gate or barrier components

   13. how to identify and assess the weight and centre of balance of

   gates or barriers

   14. the methods used for fixing powered gates or barriers to posts

   15. the methods used for aligning gates and barriers so that they

   open, close and fasten correctly

   16. the requirements for safety features on powered gates and

   barriers

   17. the checks to carry out to confirm that the safety features are

   working correctly

   18. the commissioning process for a powered gate or barrier

   19. the hand over process to the customer

   20. how to take a powered gate or barrier out of service if it is

   dangerous

   21. the different types of protective finishes, why they are used and

   the methods of maintaining their integrity during fixing

   22. how to deal with any difficulties arising during the project within

   the limits of your responsibility

   23. the relevant legal requirements controlling the disposal of waste

   and excess materials

   24. the storage requirements for tools and equipment

   25. how to minimise the impact of your work on the surrounding area,

   other users of the site and anyone else who may be affected

Gate or barrier components could include:

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gate

barrier

braces

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latches

bolts

controllers

power mechanisms

sensors

safety features

Specifications could include:

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plans/drawings

schedules

method statements

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

manufacturers guidelines

customer requirements

quality standards e.g. BSI, CE

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