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Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/deployment-resources/security-and-compliance/perimeter-fence-compliance/commissioning-checklist-summary.md). # Commissioning Checklist Summary [Perimeter Fence Compliance](/knowledge-hub/deployment-resources/security-and-compliance/perimeter-fence-compliance.md) › Commissioning Checklist Summary **Source document:** 3E2391 v2.2, Commissioning Document Set: Perimeter Security Monitored Pulse Fencing. **Reference documents:** [International Code of Practice (INTCOP 7.1)](/knowledge-hub/deployment-resources/security-and-compliance/perimeter-fence-compliance/international-code-of-practice-intcop-7-1.md) (3E0654) · Install Overview (3E0901) · Maintenance Schedule. > This document set must be completed by the Gallagher Certified Channel Partner before any site is handed over to the end user. A Gallagher representative must verify and countersign the System Commission Sheet. Certification is only granted once all inspections pass and remedial work is addressed. *** ## Purpose The commissioning document set provides the Channel Partner and System User with a reference to confirm compliance with the Gallagher [International Code of Practice (INTCOP 7.1)](/knowledge-hub/deployment-resources/security-and-compliance/perimeter-fence-compliance/international-code-of-practice-intcop-7-1.md) (3E0654) and Gallagher installation standards at the time of commissioning and handover. The document set consists of three sections that can be separated as required: | Section | Document | Who Completes | | ------- | -------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ | | 1 | Certification Inspection Criteria | Reference for Gallagher representative | | 2 | Certification Inspection Checklist | Completed by Gallagher representative during inspection | | 3 | System Commission Sheet and Testing Schedule | Completed by Channel Partner; verified by Gallagher representative | *** ## Pre-Commissioning Requirements The following must be in place **before** the Gallagher certification inspection is booked: * [ ] Site has been fully commissioned by the Gallagher Certified Channel Partner * [ ] End user has been trained on system operation * [ ] Full site drawings, security details, and zone drawings are available on site * [ ] System Commission Sheet and Testing Schedule has been completed and is available * [ ] A representative of the Channel Partner is available to attend the inspection *** ## Section 1 - Certification Inspection Criteria This section defines each checkpoint in the Certification Inspection Checklist. Work through each area before requesting the Gallagher inspection. ### 1. Safety **1.1 Code of Practice** * Installation meets Gallagher Code of Practice minimum standard * Ancillary equipment is compatible with Gallagher equipment * Only Gallagher supplied and/or approved product is used * Prevention of inadvertent public contact is installed * Installation is not within a hazardous area **1.2 Warning Signs** * Fitted at maximum 10 m (30 ft) spacing along the entire fence line * Fitted at every gate, every change of direction, and on site noticeboards * Visible from both sides of the fence and from the public access area * Securely mounted close to a support post (not free to move in wind) **1.3 Hostile Toppings** * Any razor wire, barbed wire, or hostile topping is at least 1 m (3 ft) away from the pulse fence (to prevent simultaneous contact) * Hostile toppings are not electrified **1.4 Entrapment Points** * No mantraps or entrapment points exist * Distances between pulse fencing and other structures are compliant with Gallagher installation standards ### 2. Fence Line Inspection **2.1 Physical Barrier (Host Fence)** * Minimum height 1.5 m (5 ft) * Provides public protection from the pulse fence * Fence fabric is sound, posts upright, fence line straight between strain posts * Fence is not attached to overhead power-line support structures **2.2 Quality of Fence Manufacture** * All welded joints cleaned and coated correctly * Metallic structures and components are compatible materials * Components are suitable for the installation environment and protected from corrosion **2.3 Intermediate Post Fitting** * Posts mounted correctly with all fixings secure * Minimum 3 fixings per post over 2.4 m (8 ft) high * No vertical or horizontal deflections exceeding allowable limits * Maximum post spacing: 4 m (13 ft) * Pulse fence extends minimum 600 mm (24 in) above the physical fence barrier **2.4 Strain Post Fitting** * Posts stable and fit for purpose * Strain posts do not protrude above the Gallagher security post * Installed at every change of zone and change of direction * Bracing does not compromise perimeter security or create entrapment **2.5 Vegetation and Debris** * Vegetation cleared at least 1 m (3 ft) from the fence in both directions * All scrap and construction debris removed from the fence line before energising **2.6 Level of Security** * Locations where the pulse fence does not protect the perimeter have been identified and acknowledged by the site operator/owner * Installation meets the security requirements of the site ### 3. Fence Wire and Insulation **3.1 Insulators** * Strain insulators fitted correctly * Intermediate insulators fitted correctly; pins secure; break-away claws used correctly * Energised fence wires fitted correctly in insulators * Gallagher tensioners installed correctly using Gallagher approved mounting techniques * Wire secure around centre spindle; pawl locked in correct position **3.2 Fence Wire Installation** * Pulse fence wire and insulated HV cable is Gallagher supplied * Minimum spacing between adjacent wires: 50 mm (2 in) * All wires tensioned evenly, maintains geometry, deflects under attack, no sag under normal conditions * Wire tensioning devices accessible for maintenance * All wire joints clamped securely using Gallagher approved methods **3.3 Separation Distances** * Clearance between pulsed conductors and physical barrier, buildings, other fence circuits is compliant * Distance between energised fence wires and power or communications lines is compliant * Any fence wire closer than 30 mm (1-3/16 in) to any object has insulation applied * Cable insulation is sturdy, continuous, uncut, rated for HV voltages (over 10 kV), and securely clamped ### 4. Gates **4.1 Installation of Gates** * Gate posts and leaves are upright in open and closed positions * Bottom wire maximum 125 mm (5 in) from ground level * Quality of welds and final coatings checked * All gaps maximum 50 mm (2 in) or protected with anti-climb provisions (including hinge points, latch points, abutments) * Locking devices operate effectively * Gate geometry maintained after pulse fence installation **4.2 Gate Safety and Detection** * All gate leaves bonded to fence structure earth * Gates can be opened and locked without touching energised fence wires * Gate switch(es) installed correctly to Gallagher specification (mounting brackets, mechanical stop, drip loops, moisture ingress protection, earth bolt, distances between parts) * Earth bolt used correctly and making good contact * Gate switch placement is not a hazard; mechanical protection is in place * Gate switch functions within 50 mm (2 in) of opening and alarm annunciation confirmed **4.3 Gate Configuration and Fence Interface** * Distances between gate and pulse fence are compliant * Gate hinges, wheels, drop rods, support structures are protected against tampering and scaling * Pulse fence configuring does not clash when gates are operated * No climbing point created by height differences between fence and gate * Gate feed wire coils are fit for purpose, will not snag during gate operation, not accessible from public area, not too close to ground ### 5. Configuring **5.1 Configuring Functionality and Appearance** * Wire configurations are tidy, straight, bends consistent, wires even length * Configurations are straight and vertically aligned * Configuring is complete on energised and earth wires, minimum 30 mm (1-3/16 in) from other wires or fence structure * Top wire is an energised wire (unless under overhead power lines) * No 2 adjacent earth wires; no 3 adjacent energised wires of the same circuit **5.2 Anti-Climb Protection** * Physical barrier is shorter than pulse fence unless protected by anti-climb provisions * Anti-climb configuring protects tensioners * Gaps in pulse fence minimised to detect or prevent intrusion * Anti-climb applied at strain positions, junctions, and gateways * Wherever possible, 4 or more wires used for anti-climb, connected in series * Anti-climb wires sufficiently supported to minimise damage and maintenance * Associated structures near fence line (lamp posts, camera poles) suitably protected from climbing **5.3 Anti-Intrusion Protection** * Anti-burrow (anti-dig) construction is fit for purpose and does not clash with pulse fencing * Bottom fence wire: maximum 125 mm (5 in) from ground, minimum 30 mm (1-3/16 in) from structures (unless insulated) ### 6. Controllers and Associated Equipment **6.1 Controller Mounting and Protection** * Equipment located in a suitable place, not influenced by environment, vandalism, or wildlife * Equipment safely accessible for service and maintenance * Controllers mounted square, level, and secured * All cabling suitably contained and routed tidily * Fence feed cables securely contained and terminated into controllers * Distance between fence HV cables and low voltage cabling is compliant * 0 V (DC negative, GND) is common between devices **6.2 Synchronisation** * System is synchronised site-wide and locally at field cabinets * Synchronising settings correct on every controller * Where synchronisation cannot be achieved, non-sync circuits are separated by physical barrier or sufficient distance **6.3 Auxiliary Equipment** * Auxiliary equipment installed appropriately with correct isolation distances from HV cabling * All cabling suitably mounted, routed, and terminated (ferrules, terminal blocks) ### 7. Earthing and Lightning Protection **7.1 Earthing of Structures** * Exposed metallic parts of physical barrier fence and pulse fence supports are earthed * Metallic structures (buildings, rooftops) effectively earthed; if a separate system, pulse fence earth is independent * All strain posts bonded to pulse fence earth wires * All gate posts bonded to pulse fence earth wires * All gate leaves bonded to pulse fence earth wires * Earthing is continuous under gates where necessary **7.2 Earthing of Equipment** * Electric fence earth continuity is fit for purpose * Multiple fence controller earths are bonded together * Minimum earthing requirements for fence controller are met, installed in a secure location, connected correctly * Additional earth rods installed if poor earth continuity * Minimum 2 m (6 ft 6 in) maintained between pulse fence earth and all other earthing systems * Where an earthing mat system is in use, pulse fence is connected directly to it and does NOT use a separate earth (authority for connection may be required) **7.3 Lightning Protection** * Lightning earth system installed correctly in an appropriate secure location * Lightning earth stakes at least 2 m (6 ft 6 in) from any other earth system * Lightning diverters adjusted correctly * Earth side of lightning diverters is NOT directly connected to fence earth or associated structures ### 8. Cabling **8.1 Fence Feed (Lead-out) Cables** * Fence feed cables mechanically protected (conduit, ducting) or located to minimise damage and tampering * Conduit/ducting brought as close as practical to termination joints (HV cable to fence) * Feed cable terminations clamped appropriately; cable stress relieved through insulators or cable ties * Connection of feed cabling is at a strain position, not mid-span * Appropriate jointing sealant used where necessary * Only Gallagher HV cable used for fence feed cables **8.2 Underground Cabling and Ducting** * Ducting is fit for purpose, positioned locally to fence controllers and equipment * No other cables (other services) installed in lead-out ducting; minimum separation maintained * Ducting sealed against weather and vermin; suitably secured ### 9. Commissioning **9.1 System Power and Communications Established** * Mains power control is adjacent to controllers; power is established * Backup batteries installed and connected * Any associated UPS systems identified and established * Communications between controllers and associated equipment is established **9.2 System Performance** * Testing outlined in the System Commission Sheet and Testing Schedule has been completed * System performs as required * System can be armed and disarmed using designated control methods * After arming, there are no standing alarms associated with the system **9.3 System Alarm Testing** * All fence zones generate alarm with short circuit and open circuit (where possible) * All gates, when opened, generate the necessary alarms * All gate fence circuits generate alarm with short circuit and open circuit (where possible) * Any interface with third party equipment activates correctly when alarms are generated **9.4 User Interfaces** * Any PC or keypad is in an appropriate environment with access available for service and maintenance * User Interface on the front end of the system is relevant and informative **9.5 Operator Training** * Operator training has occurred; end user is confident and competent * Arm/disarm process confirmed understood * Alarm identification and processing confirmed understood * Basic fault finding and product identification confirmed understood * All personnel on site have been informed of the energised fence and associated shock hazards ### 10. Maintenance **10.1 Maintenance Program** * A maintenance program has been defined for the installation * Contamination has been considered * Battery replacement has been considered * Cleaning, vegetation control, and trash removal have been considered * Emergency repair provisions are in place (spare product or service call-out process) *** ## Section 2 - Certification Inspection Checklist ### Grading Scale | Grade | Meaning | | ----- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | | A | Excellent | | B | Good | | C | Fair | | D | Failure, remedial work required | | E | Failure, major deviation from installation standard or Code of Practice | > Any D or E grade must be addressed and initialled by both the Gallagher representative and the installer before certification is granted. ### Installation Details (to be recorded at time of inspection) **Site Details** * Site Name: * Site Address: * Contact Personnel: * Phone / Email: **Channel Partner (Installer) Details** * Company Name: * Company Address: * Contact Personnel: * Phone / Email: **Description of System** | Parameter | Value | | --------------------------------------------- | ----- | | Security Fence type (F3x / F4x / F22 / other) | | | Fence topping type | | | Fence height | | | Pulse fence height | | | Fence length | | | Number of controllers | | | Number of zones | | | Number of cabinets | | | Other monitoring | | ### Inspection Checklist | Section | Item | A | B | C | D | E | Notes | | ------------------------ | ---------------------------------------- | - | - | - | - | - | ----- | | **Safety** | 1.1 Code of Practice | | | | | | | | | 1.2 Warning Signs | | | | | | | | | 1.3 Hostile Toppings | | | | | | | | | 1.4 Entrapment Points | | | | | | | | **Fence Line** | 2.1 Physical Barrier | | | | | | | | | 2.2 Quality of Manufacture | | | | | | | | | 2.3 Intermediate Post Fitting | | | | | | | | | 2.4 Strain Post Fitting | | | | | | | | | 2.5 Vegetation and Debris | | | | | | | | | 2.6 Level of Security | | | | | | | | **Wire & Insulation** | 3.1 Insulators | | | | | | | | | 3.2 Fence Wire Installation | | | | | | | | | 3.3 Separation Distances | | | | | | | | **Gates** | 4.1 Installation of Gates | | | | | | | | | 4.2 Gate Safety and Detection | | | | | | | | | 4.3 Gate Configuration & Fence Interface | | | | | | | | **Configuring** | 5.1 Functionality and Appearance | | | | | | | | | 5.2 Anti-Climb Protection | | | | | | | | | 5.3 Anti-Intrusion Protection | | | | | | | | **Controllers** | 6.1 Mounting and Protection | | | | | | | | | 6.2 Synchronisation | | | | | | | | | 6.3 Auxiliary Equipment | | | | | | | | **Earthing & Lightning** | 7.1 Earthing of Structures | | | | | | | | | 7.2 Earthing of Equipment | | | | | | | | | 7.3 Lightning Protection | | | | | | | | **Cabling** | 8.1 Fence Feed Cables | | | | | | | | | 8.2 Underground Cabling & Ducting | | | | | | | | **Commissioning** | 9.1 Power & Comms Established | | | | | | | | | 9.2 System Performance | | | | | | | | | 9.3 System Alarm Testing | | | | | | | | | 9.4 User Interfaces | | | | | | | | | 9.5 Operator Training | | | | | | | | **Maintenance** | 10.1 Maintenance Program | | | | | | | ### Confirmation of Compliance A Gallagher employee must confirm that this checklist attests that the site is compliant with the Gallagher Code of Practice and that the installation is of sufficient standard to be signed over to the user. Any remedial work must be addressed and initialled by both the Gallagher representative and the installer. | Field | Value | | ---------------- | ----- | | Site Name | | | Inspector's Name | | | Signature | | | Date | | *** ## Section 3 - System Commission Sheet and Testing Schedule This section is completed by the Gallagher Certified Channel Partner. The Gallagher representative uses it to verify and certify the installation. Each check item has two tick boxes, the first is for the Channel Partner, the second for the Gallagher representative. Both parties should initial each box. ### Site and Installer Details | Field | Value | | ------------------ | ----- | | Site Name | | | Site Address | | | Contact Personnel | | | Phone / Email | | | CP Company Name | | | CP Company Address | | | CP Contact | | | CP Phone / Email | | ### Physical Checks * [ ] / \[ ] Site perimeter is clear of vegetation, scrap, and construction debris * [ ] / \[ ] Obstacles close to the pulse fence have been relocated * [ ] Number of fence wires: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ * [ ] Type of fence wire used: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ ### Control Equipment **System configuration (tick applicable):** * [ ] HV Only (Earth) * [ ] HV-FIM (Earth) * [ ] FIM Only (Earth) * [ ] HV Only (Dual Pulse) * [ ] HV-FIM (Dual Pulse) * [ ] FIM Only (Dual Interleave) * [ ] Low Feel (Earth) * [ ] Low Feel (Dual Pulse) **Controller Serial Numbers:** | Controller # | Type | Serial Number | | ------------ | ---- | ------------- | | 1 | | | | 2 | | | | 3 | | | | 4 | | | **Method of Monitoring:** * [ ] Siren (internal/external) * [ ] Radio * [ ] Direct Line * [ ] CCTV * [ ] Other: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Expected number of users: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ ### Protection of Equipment * [ ] / \[ ] Each controller is fitted with a dated backup battery (mandatory) * [ ] / \[ ] Tamper devices are operational * [ ] / \[ ] Controller equipment is in a secured area * [ ] / \[ ] Control SET/UNSET devices are in a convenient location and functional ### Fence Circuit Physical Parameters | Circuit # | Controller / Designation | Controller Connection (F- or F+) | Zone Length (m/ft) | | --------- | ------------------------ | -------------------------------- | ------------------ | | 1 | | | | | 2 | | | | | 3 | | | | | 4 | | | | | 5 | | | | | 6 | | | | | 7 | | | | | 8 | | | | ### System Settings (record per controller) | Setting | Value | | --------------------------- | ----- | | Pulse Timing (seconds) SLOW | | | Pulse Rate SLOW | | | Alarm Pulse Count | | | Alarm Reset Time | | | Entry Delay | | | Exit Delay | | | Pulse Interval (s) | | | Battery Voltage STOP | | | Battery Voltage SLOW | | | Fence Warning (kV) | | | Fence Alarm (kV) | | ### Lightning Protection * [ ] / \[ ] Lightning diverters installed on each controller fence connection * [ ] / \[ ] Lightning diverters adjusted and confirmed * [ ] / \[ ] A separate lightning earth system is installed * [ ] Other additional lightning protection: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ ### I/O Functionality * [ ] / \[ ] Keypad or remote SET/UNSET devices functionality confirmed * [ ] / \[ ] Input functionality confirmed * [ ] / \[ ] Output functionality confirmed * [ ] / \[ ] Network functionality stable ### Fence Circuit Electrical Parameters | Circuit # | Loop Resistance (Ω) disconnected | Peak Voltage (kV) fence connected | Peak Voltage (kV) fence NOT connected | Energy (J) @ 500 Ω load | | --------- | -------------------------------- | --------------------------------- | ------------------------------------- | ----------------------- | | 1 | | | | | | 2 | | | | | | 3 | | | | | | 4 | | | | | | 5 | | | | | | 6 | | | | | | 7 | | | | | | 8 | | | | | ### Fence Alarm Functionality All results must indicate correct zone identification. | Circuit # | Short Circuit: Wire to Earth | Short Circuit: Wire to Wire | Open Circuit (isolation switch) | HV Synch Only | Short Circuit: Wire to Sync Wire | | --------- | ---------------------------- | --------------------------- | ------------------------------- | ------------- | -------------------------------- | | 1 | | | | | | | 2 | | | | | | | 3 | | | | | | | 4 | | | | | | | 5 | | | | | | | 6 | | | | | | | 7 | | | | | | | 8 | | | | | | * [ ] / \[ ] Operation of gate switch generates the appropriate alarms (as applicable) ### Fence Controller Internal Voltage Tests | Controller # / Designation | Supply Voltage (Vac) | Battery Voltage (Vdc) mains connected | Battery Voltage after 15 min, no mains | DC Aux OUT Current (A) | Battery Install Date | Battery Replacement Date | | -------------------------- | -------------------- | ------------------------------------- | -------------------------------------- | ---------------------- | -------------------- | ------------------------ | | 1 | | | | | | | | 2 | | | | | | | | 3 | | | | | | | | 4 | | | | | | | ### Controller System Alarms | Controller # | Type | AC Power Fail | Tamper | Data Connection | | ------------ | ---- | ------------- | ------ | --------------- | | 1 | | | | | | 2 | | | | | | 3 | | | | | | 4 | | | | | ### Software Information | Item | Detail | | ---------------- | ------ | | Software Version | | | License Number | | | License Expiry | | ### Additional Documents (Attachments) | Document Type | File Reference | | ---------------------------- | -------------- | | Wiring Diagrams | | | Fence Configuration Diagrams | | | Maintenance Program | | | Perimeter Layout Diagram | | > The perimeter layout diagram must include: dimensions, sub-assembly types and quantities, controllers, earthing systems, zones, cable routes, conduit, underground ducting. ### Testing Completion Declaration * [ ] / \[ ] The user representative has been informed, trained, and equipped to use and maintain the Gallagher Perimeter Security Monitored Pulse Fence System in a safe and secure manner * [ ] / \[ ] The necessary commissioning and inspection documents have been completed, duplicated, and provided to the user * [ ] / \[ ] The necessary testing has been completed on the installation and results recorded in this document **Confirmation of Testing** I/We confirm that all tests and checks detailed in this document have been undertaken in accordance with the Gallagher Code of Practice and relevant installation standards, and that the system is ready for inspection by a Gallagher representative. | Field | CP Representative | Gallagher Representative | | ---------- | ----------------- | ------------------------ | | Print Name | | | | Signature | | | | Company | | | | Date | | | *** ## Who Performs Commissioning | Activity | Responsible Party | | -------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | System Commission Sheet and Testing Schedule | Gallagher Certified Channel Partner | | Certification Inspection Checklist | Gallagher representative (with CP in attendance) | | Final sign-off and certification | Gallagher representative | | User training | Gallagher Certified Channel Partner | > Certification is a mandatory requirement at the end of every new installation. 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