September is just around the corner, but there’s still lots of time to start preparing for yearly school events such as sports, fairs, and fundraisers.
As you know, keeping students, staff, and visitors safe while on school premises is paramount, and planning for these functions means ensuring no detail is missed. While your school has perimeter fencing, different types of events call for different types of security, organization, and management techniques.
Temporary fencing is one common tool that can be used throughout the year to ensure your event goes smoothly.
Find out exactly how to make temporary fencing work for your next school event here, or call FenceLine Rentals Ltd. to discuss your fencing needs.
Why Temporary Fencing Is Essential for School Events
When was the last time you saw a school field without a fence? Fencing provides the safety, security, and control required for student safety. It prevents outsiders from wandering in and keeps small children away from the road.
Temporary fencing serves the same purpose, only, it can be assembled and disassembled throughout the year, set up in many different configurations, and customized to the needs of your school event.
Here’s why you’ll want to make temporary fencing a staple at your school:
- Crowd Control: Large events can quickly become chaotic without proper boundaries. Temporary fencing helps guide attendees through entrances and exits and keeps foot traffic organized.
- Security Measures: Security is a top priority at any event. Fencing helps prevent unauthorized access and ensures that only ticket holders or invited guests can enter specific zones, keeping everyone safer.
- Designated Areas: Temporary fences are perfect for creating different zones for activities, food concessions, and rest areas. This organization helps in keeping the event orderly and ensuring that all activities run smoothly.
Types of School Events that Benefit from Temporary Fencing
From kindergarten to university, every level of education can benefit from temporary fencing. With a school calendar packed with events from fundraising and science fairs to field days and fun fairs, as the one responsible for planning these events, you have your work cut out for you.
Here are a few school events where temporary fencing can make a big difference:
- Sports Events: Whether it’s a track meet or a football game, temporary fencing can separate spectators from players, create ticketed entry points, and even manage queues at concession stands.
- Field Days: Often held towards the end of the school year, a wide range of outdoor activities and games take place on field days. Temporary fencing can help designate different activity zones and manage crowds.
- Outdoor Festivals and Fairs: School fairs and festivals often feature multiple attractions. Fencing can help create a layout that guides attendees from one booth to another in a controlled and safe manner.
- Graduations and Ceremonies: These significant events can attract large crowds. Temporary fencing helps manage how guests enter and exit, ensuring the focus remains on the celebration—not on figuring out how to access the property when running late.
- Science Fairs: Outdoor science fairs allow students to showcase projects that might require more space, such as rocket launches or ecology-related exhibits. Fencing can help organize the fair and protect the projects.
- Fundraising Events: Car washes, bake sales, and charity runs are common fundraising events for schools that can benefit from temporary fencing to define the event space and control access.
- Emergency Drills and Practices: In emergency drills, temporary fencing can direct students toward safe exits and muster points, teaching them how to exit buildings safely during real emergencies.
Rent or Buy Temporary Fencing for School Events?
We understand that every school is unique, with different annual events, participation numbers, and organization needs. However, we recommend buying temporary fencing for those who plan to use it frequently to enhance school safety and organization year-round.
Other factors can also influence your decision to rent or buy, including your installation needs and storage capacity. If you’re on the fence, read through the factors ahead or call us for more information.
Frequency of Use
- Occasional Events: If your school hosts events just a few times a year, renting temporary fencing might be the most cost-effective and practical choice. Renting is more flexible, as you can choose different fencing types for various events without committing to a single style or size.
- Regular Use: For schools that frequently host events, such as weekly athletic games, regular fairs, or other activities, purchasing temporary fencing might be a more economical long-term investment. Owning the fencing eliminates the recurring costs of renting and allows for spontaneous event planning without the need to book a rental each time.
Installation Needs
- Expertise and Labor: Installing temporary fencing can require specific skills and manpower. When you rent, FenceLine will install your fence for you, which can be a significant advantage if you don’t have the staff to install the fences safely and correctly.
- Self-Installation: If you decide to purchase the fencing, consider whether you have the necessary tools and expertise. Your school will likely have a custodian or maintenance team experienced in temporary fence installation.
Storage Capacity
- Space Requirements: Temporary fencing requires adequate storage space when not in use. If your school chooses to buy, you must have enough secure, dry space to store large fencing panels and related hardware. School storage rooms or gyms usually have enough space to accommodate this.
- Maintenance and Upkeep: Owning fencing also involves maintenance to ensure it stays in good condition. This includes regular cleaning, checking for rust on metal parts, and replacing damaged sections as needed.
Plan Safer School Events with FenceLine
Temporary fencing is a versatile and essential tool for planning safer school events. It ensures everyone enjoys the event without any safety concerns.
If you’re considering temporary fencing for your next school event, reach out to us at FenceLine Rentals Ltd by calling 782-825-5060 in Edmonton and 587-865-5607 in Calgary.
Our team is ready to help you plan and implement the right fencing solutions for your needs.
FAQ
How does temporary fencing work?
For temporary fencing to provide the security, safety, and crowd control you need, you’ll need to measure the area you’ll be using it in. Plan the layout of your fence and assemble it, ensuring it’s weighed down, secured with clamps, and fitted with gates for ease of access.
How do you install temporary fencing?
Temporary fencing is made up of fence panels, bases, clamps, and sometimes gates. To assemble it, you’ll need to plan the layout and attach the panels to bases, using clamps to secure them together. Depending on the conditions, the base may require added support such as sandbags.
When renting temporary fencing from FenceLine, we’ll handle the installation for you.