FENCE

Solomon Islands Campus

Purpose

Fencing provides security, safety, access control and boundary definition for USP campuses and facilities. Fencing should support campus operations, protect people and assets, and contribute to a safe, attractive and well-maintained environment while maintaining an appropriate balance between security, accessibility and visual amenity.

Design Principles

Fencing should:

Clearly define property boundaries and controlled areas;
Support campus security and asset protection requirements;
Provide safe separation between public, operational and restricted zones;
Compliment the surrounding campus architecture and landscape character;
Maintain appropriate visibility and passive surveillance when required;
Incorporate durable, corrosion resistant and low maintenance materials suitable for tropical environments;
Minimize opportunities for unauthorized access, vandalism and damage;
Support accessibility and safe pedestrian movement;
Integrate with gates, access control systems and security infrastructure;
Consider sateyy, aesthetics and long-term lifecycle performance.

Typical Fence Types

Campus Boundary Fencing

Defines campus boundaries and property limits;
Provides an appropriate level of security and access control;
Should present a professional and welcoming campus appearance.

Internal Campus Fencing

Separates operational, residential, recreational, sporting and service areas;
Maintains clear and safe movement routes for pedestrians and vehicles.

Materials & Finishes

Fencing systems should:

Be constructed from durable and weather-resistant materials.
Be suitable for coastal and tropical environments.
Incorporate corrosion-resistant finishes.
Minimise ongoing maintenance requirements.
Be selected to complement surrounding buildings and landscapes.
Avoid sharp edges and hazardous projections.

Type 1 - Chain-link Fence (Steel Pipe Posts)

Type 2 - Chain-link Fence (Concrete Posts)

Type 3 - Panel Fence (Steel Posts)

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