How To Choose the Right Temporary Fencing Configuration for Your Site
When it comes to temporary fencing, it’s not just about ticking a compliance box. It’s about keeping your site safe, secure and standing strong - whatever the weather throws at it. The good news? AS 4687:2022 has taken the guesswork out of setup by outlining five approved fencing configurations. And at Kennards Hire, we’re here to help you choose the right one for your site.
Whether you're a contractor, site manager, or project planner, we’ll help you get the setup right, fast.
Why Fence Configurations Matter
Temporary fencing might look simple, but when the wind picks up, it’s anything but. Poorly configured fences can shift, fall, or even become hazards. That’s where AS 4687:2022 comes in. It sets out five tested and approved configurations - each designed to stay stable under different site and wind conditions.Pick the wrong setup? You risk non-compliance, downtime, and costly fixes. Get it right from the start and you’ll have peace of mind knowing your site is protected and up to spec.
Factors when Choosing the Right Configuration
Before you can select the right fencing setup, you’ll need to understand your site’s Wind Classification. AS 4687:2022 defines this using three key factors:
- Location: Is your site in an open area, a quiet suburban street, or a heavily built-up urban environment?
- Shielding: Are there any buildings, trees, or barriers nearby? Or is your site completely exposed to the elements?
- Terrain: Is your site flat, on a ridge, or on a slope?
These elements combine to place your site into one of three wind actions categories:
- Low Wind Area - calm, sheltered and usually urban
- Medium Wind Area – some exposure, some shielding
- High Wind Area – open, elevated or coastal sites
Urban environments are straightforward, and basic configurations generally do the trick. But if you’re dealing with a challenging site like a hillside, exposed coastal zone, or high-wind area, you’ll need a reinforced system. Our team can help you match the setup to your site conditions.
Why Kennards Hire
We understand that temporary fencing isn’t just a site boundary; it’s a safety system. We don’t just drop off fencing and leave you to figure it out. We bring the know-how to make sure your setup’s solid and compliant from day one.
Here’s how we help:
- We’ll assess your wind classification and site conditions
- We’ll recommend the right fencing configuration
- We’ll ensure everything meets AS 4687:2022
In some areas we can even organise professional installation.
Our experienced team takes the guesswork out of temporary fencing, leaving you with peace of mind and more time to concentrate on the rest of your job. Give us the site specs, and we’ll do the rest.
Get the Right Fencing for Your Site
Need help navigating temporary fencing configurations? We're here to make it easy. Contact your local Kennards Hire team today, and we’ll guide you through assessing, configuring, and installing AS 4687-compliant fencing without a fuss.