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FROM: OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
BY: ALDO E. SCHINDLER, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNir(DEVELOPME�
DATE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
SUBJECT: A REQUEST TO AMEND SECTION 9520.08 OF ARTICLE IX OF THE
DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW FOR ELECTRIFIED SECURITY
FENCING IN C-M, M-1, AND M-2 ZONED PROPERTIES
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On July 15, 2020, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider a proposal to
amend section 9520.08 of Article IX of the Downey Municipal Code (DIVIC), to allow for 10 foot
tall electrified security fencing within M-1 (Light Manufacturing), M-2 (General Manufacturing)
and C-M (Commercial Manufacturing) zoned properties. The Planning Commission considered
the request and voted unanimously to adopt Resolution 20-3125 denying the above mentioned
application.
The applicant has stated that the request for a Municipal Code Amendment is intended to
prevent criminal activity within manufacturing zones. The applicant cites the passing of SB 582
on April 7, 2015 as support for his request to allow electrified security fencing because this bill
established standard installation criteria that could be implemented by local municipalities. The
notable factor is that the bill established standards but did not remove a local jurisdiction's ability
to prohibit electrified security fencing.
The Planning Commission shared staff's concern over the unappealing image that electrical
fencing would portray along the City's major arterial streets. Many of the manufacturing zones
are located along entry points into the City on major and primary arterial streets such as
Firestone Boulevard, Woodruff Avenue, Lakewood Boulevard, and Imperial Highway. In
addition, the Commission expressed serious concern that not enough information was provided
to show the proposal would not result in potential health or medical impacts.
The Planning Commission determined that the DIVIC already accommodates crime prevention
by allowing barbed wire in manufacturing zones, when proper screening is applied and
approved by the Planning Commission. The Commissioners placed a lot of consideration on
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SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
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trying to balance the security needs of businesses and the safety and betterment of the entire
community. The Planning Commission determined that the proposed amendment would not be
beneficiary to the community, in contrast it has a high potential to degrade the affected areas by
adding an uninviting and negative image.
The General Plan has several policies aimed at portraying a positive image of the community,
enhancing property views from public streets to exhibit a positive image and discourage
unfriendly and uninviting development. The proposed electrified fencing would be a stark
contrast to these goals. The Fire Department expressed concerns regarding poor maintenance
becoming a potential fire source due to the accumulation of combustible waste and vegetation.
Additionally, the Police Department expressed concern over community and police officer safety
and stated that significant signage would be needed to warn officers of the potential danger.
In reviewing and analyzing the proposed amendment, staff found that electrified security fencing
would not only be inconsistent with the General Plan goals, but it would also be out of character
with the surrounding cities. A survey of fifteen cities in the surrounding area found that eight
cities prohibit the installation of electrified security fencing. Those that allow such fencing require
a discretionary review with conditions if allowed. The City Santa Fe Springs permits electrified
security fencing, however, their staff works with businesses to seek alternative approaches to
security.
Electric Fencing Survey
Bellflower
Prohibited
Bell Gardens
Prohibited
Cerritos
Prohibited
Lakewood
Requires CUP (No applications within the last 25 years)
Norwalk
Prohibited
Paramount
Prohibited
Pico Rivera
Prohibited
*Santa Fe Springs
Highly discouraged by staff,
South Gate
Prohibited
Whittier
Prohibited
*Vernon
Allowed in Manufacturing Zones
*Montebello
Recently allowed by code in February 2020, after Amarok request
*Signal Hill
Reviewed to determine if allowed
*Buena Park
Requires Directors approval
*La Mirada
Allowed with conditions of approval
The original survey presented to the Planning Commission included ten cities but, at the July
15th meeting, the applicant identified six cities where electrified fencing had been installed by his
company. Staff reached out to the cities to learn the regulations related to the proposed fencing
and included them in the survey with an asterisk. The consistencies between many of these
cities is that the regulations attempt to limit visibility of such fencing by not allowing it at front
property lines, only allowing adjacent to freeways or railways, or in manufacturing areas located
in distinct areas away from major commercial thoroughfares in the City. As previously noted
manufacturing areas in Downey are located in visible entry points along major and primary
arterials leading into the City and can have a negative impact on community image.
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C-M zoned properties would require a Conditional Use Permit approved by the Planning
Commission. Attachment'D'to this staff report shows the proposed revisions along with
additional photographs of electrified security fencing installed by the vendor who is seeking this
code amendment.
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A — City Council Zone Change Resolution
B — Planning Commission Resolution 20-3125
C — Planning Commission Staff Report and Attachments
ID — Applicant's Attachment
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WHEREAS, on July 15, 2020, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public
hearing, and after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions offered
at the aforesaid public hearing adopted Resolution 20-3125, recommending the City Council
deny the Zone Code Amendment request; and,
WHEREAS, on August 27, 2020, a notice of the pending zone code amendment was
published in the Downey Patriot as a 1/8 th page ad in accordance with the requirements of the
Downey Municipal Code; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on September 8, 2020,
to fully consider all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions regarding the zone code
amendment request; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council finds, determines and declares that pursuant to Section
15270 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, CEQA does not apply to
projects which a public agency rejects or disapproves; and,
WHEREAS, having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at said
public hearing, the City Council further finds, determines and declares that:
A. The requested amendment is not necessary and desirable for the development of
the community and is in the interests or furtherance of the public health, safety, and
general welfare. The applicant seeks to allow electrified security fencing by right,
without discretionary review by staff or the Planning Commission, subject to the
standards established in California Civil Code Section 835, through adoption of SB
582. Electric fences produce an electrical charge that when in contact with a person
or animal creates an electrical shock with the purpose to cause enough harm or
discomfort to prevent additional contact. The regulations adopted through SB 582
provided guidelines to regulate the installation of electrified security fences and
standardize safe installation of such fences. The regulations do not identify
maintenance standards that would alleviate concerns identified by the Fire
Department who stated that poor maintenance can lead to a potential source of fire
due to the accumulation of combustible waste and vegetation. The applicant has
stated the need for security is the reason the proposed code amendment should be
approved but, does not acknowledge that the code already provides provisions for
additional security measures when needed and properly evaluated by the Planning
Commission through a Site Plan Review application. The applicant has not shown
how the proposed amendment is necessary for the furtherance of public health,
safety, and general welfare. In contrast, the concerns of the Fire Department indicate
the proposed amendment can be a potential detriment to public health, safety, and
general welfare.
B. The proposed amendment is in general conformance with the General Plan. Goals
and policies established in the General Plan provide the guidance that shapes all
development within the City. All action taken by the City must be in conformance with
Attachment "A"
these goals and policies. The proposed amendment, however, is contrary to General
Plan Policy 8.3.1, which is in place to promote the enhancement of property views
from public streets to exhibit a positive image. This Policy is supported by the
following programs:
Program 8.3.1.4. — Discourage the use of street yard setbacks for uses and
activities inconsistent with portraying a positive image of the community.
Program 8.3.1.5. — Discourage security devices and fence/wall designs that
portray an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting.
The proposed amendment to allow for electrified security fencing by right in the M-1,
M-2, and C-M zones is in stark contrast to this General Plan Policy. The current
zoning map shows that nearly all M-11, M-2 and C-M zones are located along the
city's major and primary arterial streets. The proposed amendment would allow
double barrier fencing with a standard six foot tall fence or wall followed by a ten foot
tall electrified security fence and excessive warning signage. This requested
amendment has the potential to negatively affect the entry points into the city
resulting in an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting. The proposed
amendment to allow electrical security fencing portrays a negative image on the
community and sets uninviting tones to visitors that travel into the city along the
major arterial streets.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES
HEREBY • AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Downey hereby denies the request to
amend section 9520.08 of Article IX of the Municipal code related to general wall, fence, and
hedge regulations to allow for electrified security fencing in C-M, M-1 and M-2 zoned properties.
SECTION 2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution and cause the
same to be published in the manner prescribed by law.
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MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC
City Clerk
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the city Council of
the City of Downey at a Regular Meeting held on the 8 th day of September, 2020, by the
following vote, to wit:
AYES:
Council Membe
NOES:
Council Membe
ABSENT:
Council Membe
ABSTAIN,
Council Membel
MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC
City Clerk
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SECTION
A. An application was -• by -ko and Carol Bausinger
referred toas"the Applicant" • " ' • ' i 2020, ' • - € approvalofa Municipal
•s- Amendment (PLN-20-00042)to allow for-• security fencing within
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COn June 2, 2020, notice of the pending zone code amendment was published in
' D6%OOY # i page adin accOrdancawith therequirements• fthe
Downey Municipal Code; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on July 15, 2020,
and after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions
offered at the aforesaid public hearing, adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at saill
public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that it cannot
make the required positive findings to approve the requested Municipal Code Amendment as
described below:
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Downey Planning Commiss�on
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the proposed amendment can be a potential detriment to public hea�lth, safety, and
general welfare.
B. The proposed amendment is in general conformance with the General Plan. Goals
and policies established in the General Plan provide the guidance that shapes all
development within the City. All action taken by the City must be in conformance with
these goals and policies. The proposed amendment, however, is contrary to General
Plan Policy 8.3. 1, which is in place to promote the enhancement of property views
from public streets to exhibit a positive image. This Policy is supported by the
following programs:
tall electrified security fence and excessive warning signage. This requeste H
amendment has the potential to negatively affect the entry points into the city
resulting in an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting. The proposed
amendment to allow electrical security fencing portrays a negative image on the
community and sets uninviting tones to visitors that travel into the city along the
major arterial streets.
SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Section 1 through 3 of this Resolution, the
Planning Csmmissisi% if the City if liveney h&m��y recsivimen•s that the City Giyncil 1eily t
Municipal Code Amendment (PLN-20-00042).
Resolution No. 20-3125
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I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof held on 'the 15 th day of July,
2020 by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
COMMISSIONERS:
Owens, Dominguez, Spathopoulos, Frometa and Duartz
NOES:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
ABSTAIN:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
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AMEND SECTION 9620.08 OF - OF DOWNEY
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO GENERAL WALL, FENCE, AND
REGULATIONSHEDGE • ALLOW FOR ELECTRIFIED SECURITY
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The California Senate Judiciary Committee analysis of SB 582, dated April 7, 2015, stated that
prior state law was vague regarding electric fencing in non-agricultural zones and the bill was
intended to clarify state law and provide clear guidelines for local jurisdictions. The bill provides
local government agencies with clear standards for installation and operation of electrified
fencing if they choose to allow the use within a municipality. The bill does not remove a local
jurisdiction's ability regulate or prohibit the installation and operation of electrified fencing.
The City of Downey conducted its last comprehensive Zoning Code update in 2009 amending
various sections of the Zoning Code. While this update was completed earlier than the 2015
Senate Bill, no changes were made to DMC Section 9520.08 regarding fencing as it was not
seen as necessary.
The applicant states the Municipal Code Amendment is requested to prevent criminal activity on
manufacturing zoned properties. The proposed amendment seeks to allow electrified fencing
within all M-1 and M-2 zoned properties as well as the following specific uses within C-M zoned
properties: new and used automobile, light truck, recreational vehicle and motorcycle sales,
automobile paint and body, automobile repair, mobile homes/manufactured home sales, towing
services, vehicle impound and storage yards, auction houses, building/contractor supplies,
wireless communication facilities, parcel delivery terminals, self -storage, mini -storage, mini -
warehouse, recreational vehicle storage, storage yards, and warehouses.
The applicant emphasized that electrified security fencing is a crime prevention tool for
commercial and industrial businesses. In this manner, he believes the proposed amendment is
consistent with the General Plan because it can prevent criminal activity for local businesses
and enhance public safety for the community and employees of the local businesses. The
proposed amendment request to amend subsections within DMC Section 9520.08 GENERAL
WALL, FENCE, AND HEDGE REGULATIONS to remove the prohibition of electrified fencing
and add the standards set forth in SB 582 for the installation of electrified security fencing so
that such fencing would be allowed by through an administrative review, without review by the
Planning Commission.
Currently, DMC Section 9520.08 (c)(1) states "No barbed wire, razor or electrified fencing, or
similar fencing is permitted in any zone, except that barbed wire may be used on a limited basis
for security or safety purposes in the M-1 and M-2 Zones if not visible from any public right-of-
way, subject to the approval of Site Plan Review." The DMC already takes crime prevention into
account and allows for barbed wire within manufacturing zones as a security measure if
needed, with proper screening and approval of a Site Plan Review. This specific code section
was last amended in 2009 and within the last 11 years, this opportunity for additional security
has not been sought out by such businesses within the City so staff does not see a need for
introducing a more aggressive form of security wall. Electric fences produce an electrical current
that when in contact creates an electrical shock with the purpose to cause enough harm or
discomfort to prevent additional contact.
Staff expressed concern with the unappealing image that electrical fencing would portray along
the City's major arterial streets. Nearly all of the light and general manufacturing zones are
located along the City's major and primary arterial streets such as Firestone Boulevard,
Woodruff Avenue, Lakewood Boulevard, and Imperial Highway. The installation of an electrified
security fence involves the placement of a non -electrified 6 foot tall fence located between 4-12
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Municipal Code Amendment (General Wall, Fence, and Hedge Regulations) - PLN-20-00042
July 15, 2020 - Page 2
inches in front of a 10 foot tall electrified security fence with significant signage posted to warn
people of potential shock. The proposed amendment to allow the installation of these fences
would be inconsistent with the General Plan relating to improvements made along the City's
major arterial streets. General Plan Policy 8.3.1, which is in place to promote the enhancement
of property views from public streets to exhibit a positive image. The image of electrical fencing
would not be consistent with the General Plan policy and programs aimed at portraying a
positive image of the community and discouraging fence/wall designs that are unfriendly and
uninviting. Some of the potentially affected properties abut more restrictively zoned property
such as Neighborhood Commercial or General Commercial, which cause concerns over the
proximity of electrified security fencing to areas populated by the general public.
Staff presented the request to the Building and Safety, Public Works, Fire and Police
Departments for review and comment. The Police Department expressed concern with ensuring
that signage would need to be visible to the general public and officers. The Public Works
department expressed concern with the electrified security fencing being too close to public
right-of-ways. The Fire Department provided comprehensive installation and operation
requirements to ensure good maintenance and housekeeping practice to keep safe operation.
The Fire Department noted that poor maintenance can be a potential source of fire caused from
the accumulation of combustible waste and vegetation.
In reviewing and analyzing the proposed amendment, staff found that electrified security fencing
would not only be inconsistent with the General Plan goals, but it would also be out of character
with the surrounding cities. A survey of ten cities within proximity to Downey found that eight
cities prohibit the installation of electrified security fencing. The City of Lakewood requires
approval from the Planning Commission through a Conditional Use Permit and the City Santa
Fe Springs permits electrified security fencing, however, their staff works with businesses to
seek alternative approaches to security.
Electric Fencing Survey
Bellflower
Prohibited
Bell Gardens
Prohibited
Cerritos
Prohibited
Lakewood
Requires CUP (No applications within the last 25 years)
Norwalk
Prohibited
Paramount
Prohibited
Pico Rivera
Prohibited
Santa Fe Springs
Highly discouraged by staff due the potential liability. Location & height
subject to development standards for traditional fences.
South Gate
Prohibited
Whittier
Prohibited
The proposed amendment seeks to amend the Downey Municipal Code to introduce provisions
that would allow a new security feature for manufacturing zones throughout the City. However,
staff contends that the existing Municipal Code provides sufficient options to businesses in need
of securing their properties. These zones may utilize existing provisions to install 10 foot tall
fencing to screen their properties and apply for a Site Plan Review to seek approval of barbed
wire with appropriate screening. This alternative has not been sought by any businesses in the
last 11 years. The proposed amendment has not shown to be needed or beneficiary to the
community, in contrast it has a high potential to degrade the affected areas by adding an
uninviting and negative image.
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Municipal Code Amendment (General Wall, Fence, and Hedge Regulations) - PLN-20-00042
July 15, 2020 - Page 3
The requested Municipal Code Amendment is exempt from review under pursuant to Section
15270 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, CEQA does not apply to
projects which a public agency rejects or disapproves.
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Pursuant to DMC Section 9832.06, there are two (2) findings that must be adopted prior to
approving Municipal Code Amendments. After assessing the proposed code amendment, staff
is not able make positive findings to support the proposed amendment as described below:
requestedA. The - desirable for the development
the community and is in the interests or furtherance of the public health, safety,
and general welfare.
The applicant seeks to allow electrified security fencing by right, without discretionary
review by staff or the Planning Commission, subject to the standards established in
California Civil Code Section 835, through adoption of SIB 582. Electric fences produce
an electrical charge that when in contact with a person or animal creates an electrical
shock with the purpose to cause enough harm or discomfort to prevent additional
contact. The regulations adopted through SIB 582 provided guidelines to regulate the
installation of electrified security fences and standardize safe installation of such fences.
The regulations do not identify maintenance standards that would alleviate concerns
identified by the Fire Department who stated that poor maintenance can lead to a
potential source of fire due to the accumulation of combustible waste and vegetation.
The applicant has stated the need for security is the reason the proposed code
amendment should be approved but, does not acknowledge that the code already
provides provisions for additional security measures when needed and properly
evaluated by the Planning Commission through a Site Plan Review application. The
applicant has not shown how the proposed amendment is necessary for the furtherance
of public health, safety, and general welfare. In contrast, the concerns of the Fire
Department indicate the proposed amendment can be a potential detriment to public
health, safety, and general welfare.
Goals and policies established in the General Plan provide the guidance that shapes all
development within the City. All action taken by the City must be in conformance with
these goals and policies. The proposed amendment, however, is contrary to General
Plan Policy 8.3.1, which is in place to promote the enhancement of property views from
public streets to exhibit a positive image. This Policy is supported by the following
programs:
Program 8.3.1.4. — Discourage the use of street yard setbacks for uses and
activities inconsistent with portraying a positive image of the community.
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Municipal Code Amendment (General Wall, Fence, and Hedge Regulations) - PLN-20-00042
July 15, 2020 - Page 4
Program 8.3.1.5.— Discourage security devices and fencelwm8 designs that
portray an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting.
The proposed amendment to allow for electrified security fencing byright inthe M-1.M-
2. and C-K8 zones is in stark contrast to this General Plan Policy. The current zoning
nnop shows that most N1-1. K8-2 and C-K8 zoned properties are located along the cib/s
major and primary arterial streets. The proposed amendment would allow double barrier
fencing with m standard six foot tm|| Nanoa or wall fo||Vmxyd by a tan foot tall electrified
security fence and excessive warning signage. This requested amendment has the
potential to negatively affect the entry points into the city resulting in an image that the
community is unfriendly and uninviting. The proposed amendment to allow electrical
security fencing portrays a negative image on the community and sets uninviting tones
to visitors that travel into the city along the major arterial streets.
Aoofthe date that this report was printed,staff has not received correspondence regarding this
Based on the analysis contained within this report and inthe negative findings above, the
proposed Code Amendment is contrary to the goals of the General Plan and cannot make the
findings required to adopt the proposed Code Amendment. As such, staff is recommending that
the Planning Commission adopt the attached Resolution recommending denial ofthe Municipal
Code Amendment (PLN-2O-00042)bzthe City Council.
A. Resolution
B. Zoning Map highlighting M-1. K8-2. and C-y@ properties along with major and primary
arterial streets
C. Senate Bill 582and Senate Judiciary Committee Analysis
D. Code Amendment Application
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THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS;
SECTION 1. The Planning Commission of the City of Downey does hereby find,
determine and declare that:
A. An application was filed by Keith Kaneko and Carol Bausinger (hereinafter
referred to as "the Applicant' on April 9, 2020, requesting approval of a Municipal
Code Amendment (PLN-20-00042) to allow for electrified security fencing within
the C-M, M-1 and M-2 zones throughout the city. Due to missing information, the
application was deemed incomplete; and,
B. On May 11, 2020, the Applicant resubmitted the required information needed to
complete the application. Accordingly, Staff deemed the application complete on
June 8, 2020; and,
C. On June 2, 2020, notice of the pending zone code amendment was published in
the Downey Patriot'as a 1/8th page ad in accordancewith the requirements of the
Downey Municipal Code; and,
D. The Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on July 15, 2020,
and after fully considering all oral and written testimony and facts and opinions
offered at the aforesaid public hearing, adopted this resolution.
SECTION 2. The Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that
pursuant to Section 15270 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines,
CEQA does not apply to projects which a public agency rejects or disapproves.
SECTION 3. Having considered all of the oral and written evidence presented to it at said
public hearings, the Planning Commission further finds, determines and declares that it cannot
make the required positive findings to approve the requested Municipal Code Amendment as
described below:
A. The requested amendment is not necessary and desirable for the development of
the community and is in the interests or furtherance of the public health, safety, and
general welfare. The applicant seeks to allow electrified security fencing by right,
without discretionary review by staff or the Planning Commission, subject to the
standards established in California Civil Code Section 835, through adoption of SIB
582. Electric fences produce an electrical charge that when in contact with a person
or animal creates an electrical shock with the purpose to cause enough harm or
discomfort to prevent additional contact. The regulations adopted through SIB 582
Resolution No. 30-3125
Downey Planning Commission
provided guidelines bzregulate the installation ofelectrified security fences and
standardize safe installation of such fences. The regulations do not identify
maintenance standards that would alleviate concerns identified by the F|na
Department who stated that poor maintenance can lead to a potential source of fire
due to the accumulation ofcombustible waste and vegetation. The applicant has
stated the need for security is the reason the proposed code amendment should be
approved but, does not acknowledge that the code already provides provisions for
additional security measures when needed and properly evaluated by the Planning
Commission through a Site Plan Review application. The applicant has not shown
how the proposed amendment is necessary for the furtherance of public health,
safety, and general welfare. In contrast, the concerns ofthe Fire Department indicate
the proposed amendment can be a potential detriment to public health, safety, and
general welfare.
B. The proposed amendment is in general conformance with the General Plan. Goals
and policies established inthe General Plan providethe guidance that shapes all
development within the City. All action taken by the C|b/ must be in conformance with
these goals and policies. The proposed amendment, however, is contrary to General
Plan Policy O.3.1.which is in place to promote the enhancement ofproperty views
from public streets toexhibit mpositive image. This Policy |ssupported by the
following programs:
Program 8.3.1.4[— Discourage the use mfstreet yard setbacks for uses and
activities inconsistent with portraying m positive image ofthe community.
Program 8.3.1.5.— Discourage security devices and fencelwall designs that
portray an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting.
The proposed amendment tPallow for electrified security fencing bv rightinUleM-1.
KA-2. and C-K8 zones is in stark contrast 1othis General Plan Policy. The current
zoning map ehoxva that nearly all K8-1. K8-2 and C-K8 zones are located along the
oitv'omajor endprimnmryorteha|streets.The9ropoeedanlendmentvvou|da||ow
double barrier fencing with e standard six foot tall fence or wall followed by a tan foot
tall electrified security fence and excessive warning uiQnage.This requested
amendment has the potential to negatively affect the entry points into the city
resulting in an image that the community is unfriendly and uninviting. The proposed
amendment to allow electrical security fencing portrays a negative image on the
community and sets uninviting tones tovisitors that travel into the city along the
major arterial streets.
SECTION 4. Based upon the findings set forth in Section 1 through 3 of this Resolution, the
Planning Commission mfthe City mfDowney hereby recommends that the City Council deny the
Municipal Code Amendment (PLN-20-O0042).
Resolution No. 2D' 125
Downey Planning Commission
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true copy of a Resolution adopted by the Planning
Commission of the City of Downey at a regular meeting thereof held on the 15th day of July,
2020 by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
COMMISSIONERS:
Owens, Dominguez, Spathopoulos, Frometa and Duarte
NOES:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
ABSENT:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
ABSTAIN:
COMMISSIONERS:
None
Mary Cavanagh, Secretary
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and local requirements.
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and Agricultural Code, that meets the following requirements:
(1) The fence is powered by an electrical energizer with both of the
following output characteristics:
(A) The impulse repetition rate does not exceed I hertz (hz).
(13) The impulse duration does not exceed 10 milliseconds, or 10/10000 Of
a second.
(2) The fence is used to protect and secure commercial or industrial
property.
(b) An owner of real property may install and operate an electrified
security fence on his or her property subject to all of the following:
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(1) The property is not located in a residential zone.
(2) The fence meets the 2006 international standards and specifications
in "International Standard IEC 60335, Part 2-76."
(3) The fence is identified by prominently placed warning signs that are
legible from If sides of the fence. At a minimum, the warning signs shall
meet all of the following criteria:
(A) The warning signs are placed at each gate and access point, and at
intervals along the fence not exceeding 30 feet.
(B) The warning signs are adjacent to any other signs relating to chemical,
radiological, or biological hazards.
(C) The warning signs are marked with a written warning or a commonly
reco nized svmbol for shock- a written warning or a commonly recognized
swbol to warn ggle with iacemakers, and a written wamini or commonli
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(4) The height of the fence does not exceed 10 feet and is located behind
a perimeter fence that is not less than 6 feet in height.
(c) An owner of real property shall not install and operate an electrified
security fence where a local ordinance prohibits that installation and
operation. If a local ordinance allows the installation and operation of an
electrified security fence, the installation and operation of the fence shall
SEC. 2. Section 17151 of the Food and Agricultural Code is amended
to read:
1715 1. (a) As used in this chapter, "electrified fence" means any fence
and appurtenant devices- including, but not limited to, fences and devices
used in animal control-- and inchulinpbut not limited to- a fence consisting
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the conductive element of the fence receives an electrical shock.
(b) For purposes of this chapter, "electrified fence" does not include an
electrified security fence as described in Section 835 of the Civil Code.
Section 17152 of the Food and Agricultural Code is amended
to read:
17152. No electrified fences shall be offered for sale, sold, installed, or
used in this state, or otherwise connected to a source of electrical current,
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which meets or exceeds the standards or specifications of the National
Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection Association, international
standards of the International Electrotechnical Commission, or the
fence controllers.
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2015-2016 Regular Session
SB 582 (Hall)
Version: April 7,2015
Hearing Date: May 12,2015
Fiscal: No
Urgency: No
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This bill would authorize an owner of real property to install and operate an electrified
fence on his or her is not in a residential zone,, the fence meets
specified requirements, and a local ordinance does not prohibit its installation and
operation.
Generally speaking, an electric fence is a fence that has an electrical charge that is
designed or placed so that a person or animal coming into contact with the fence
receives an electric shock. It operates by sending a high voltage pulse of electricity at
regular intervals through conductive materials in the fence. Unlike other physical
�r wire ., commercial electric fences do not-�tAmwwiA,-A-
harm things that come into contact with them. Electric fences do not cause physical
harm to animals or people because the length of electric shock delivered by the fence is
very brief. According to one scholar:
" [e]ven when the voltage is high, when the current flows for only a very short
duration we cannot be electrocuted.... A large enough current can cause
ventricular fibrillation," during which "the pumping action of the heart ceases and
death occurs within minutes unless treated. In the United States, approximately
1000 deaths per year occur in accidents that involve cord -connected appliances in
kitchens, bathrooms, and other wet locations ... shock durations longer than 1
second are the most dangerous ... [ellectric security fences have taken advantage of
this fact by shortening their shock duration •to an even shorter duration of about
0.0003 seconds ... electric fences are safe and do not lead to ventricular fibrillation
due to the short 0.0003 second shock duration. (John Webster, Sajety of Electric
Security Fences, University of Wisconsin - Madison, <http:/
schematics/ Safety/ Safety% 20of %20electric%20security%20fences.pdf > [as of May 8,
2015].)
The sale of electric fences is currently prohibited in California unless the electrical
current is limited and regulated by an electrical controller that meets or exceed specified
standards. (Food & Agr. Code Sec. 17152.)
This bill would further codify that a property owner may install and operate an
electrified fence if: (1) the property is not in a residential zone; and (2) the fence meets
requirements specified by the International Electrotechnical Commission for electric
fence energizers. This bill would specify that an owner would not be allowed to install
and operate a fence where a local ordinance prohibits that installation and operation.
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electrical current is limited and regulated by an electrical controller which meets or
exceeds the standards or specifications of the National Electrical Code of the National
Fire Protection Association, the New Zealand Standards Institute, the Standards
Association of Australia, or the Underwriters Laboratories for intermittent type electric
fence or electrified fence controllers. (Food & Agr. Code Sec. 17152.)
Exist�u& law provides that existing provisions of the Food and Agricultural Code
pertaining to electric fences shall not be construed to preclude regulation of electrifie
fences by cities and counties, including, but not limited to, requiring the installation o
use of electrified fences under permit, except that such regulation shall not permit the
installation or use of electrified fences which do not conform to the requirements of
chapter. (Food & Agr. Code Sec. 17153.) 1
This bill would provide that an owner of real property may install and operate an
electrified fence on his or her property consistent with all of the following: (1) the
property is not located in a residential zone; and (2) the fence meets the requirements
specified by the International Electrotechnical Commission for electric fence energizers
in "International Standard 60335-2-76."
Thj�s 'bill would further provide that an owner of real property shall not install and
operate an electric fence where a local ordinance prohibits that installation and
operation. If a local ordinance allows the installation and operation of an electric fence,
the installation and operation of the electric fence shall meet the requirements of the
ordinance, as well as the requirements listed above.
1. Stated need for the bill
Many Califon-Lia-based companies that are in the cargo transportation, inventory
storage and containment shipping business have, at any given time, millions of
dollars worth of products and service -related equipment on their premises. Storage
is often held overnight for several days or weeks awaiting transport. The primary
3rotection of valuable goods and �,Irtmwt-
criminal trespass and &•
ft. The installation of an electric security fence in a
jurisdiction is subject to permitting and approval. Current state law on the use and
installation of an electric security fence in non-agricultural zones is vague. There is
no consensus among local jurisdictions whether or not they can allow the
installation of electric security fences.
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on international standards [elnsuring [their] safe and reliable installation in non-
residential zones. Existing international standards require the installation of a
perimeter fence at least six feet tall separating the public from the electrified fence.
Additionally, to [elnsure the safety of the public, warning signs must be visibly
posted in at least two languages (English and Spanish) and access for emergency
responders must be available. This bill helps the permitting process in local
ordinances by clarifying state law, and regulating the use and installation of an
electric security fence in non-residential zones.
2. Ensuring Saft-ft and Local Control
Existing law imposes certain safety standards for the installation and use of electric
fences by prohibiting their sale or installation unless the fence's electrical current is
limited and regulated by an electrical controller which meets or exceeds the standards
or specifications of the National Electrical Code of the National Fire Protection
Association, the New Zealand Standards Institute, the Standards Association of
Australia, or the Underwriters Laboratories for intermittent type electric fence or
electrified fence controllers. (Food & Agr. Code Sec. 17152.) This bill would clarify that
electric fences may be installed and used in non-agricultural settings provided they also
conform to the requirements specified by the International Electrotechnical Commission
(or electric fence energizers; in "International Standard 60335-2-76."
Fis in existing law, this bill preserves the authority of local agencies to regulate the
mstallation or use of electric fences within their jurisdictions, provided such regulations
(neet the safety requirements established in state law. This bill would specify that locaL_
fences within their jurisdictions. However, this bill would prohibit outright the use or
operation of electric fences in residential zones. Allowing local agencies to maintain
control over the installation and use of electric fences empowers those jurisdictions to
weigh such issues as whether or not electric fence use should be permitted in mixed use
zones adjacent to residential areas, or whether they should be permitted in areas near to
where children play or other areas with high pedestrian traffic.
Despite their non -lethality, coming into contact with an electric fence is unpleasant.
order to protect individuals from unintentionally coming into contact with an electric
fence, International Standard IEC 60335-2-76 contains provisions specifying the size a
placement of warning signs. To ensure that warning signs are appropriately placed o
electric fence installations • governed •by •this bill, •the author •offers the following
amendment that would codify part of the IEC's warning sign standard: I
On page 2, between lines 7 and 8, insert: "(3) The fence is identified by prominently
[claced warning signs that are legible from both sides of the fence. At a minimum,
warning signs shall be placed at each gate and access point, at intervals along the
fence not exceeding 10 meters, and adjacent to any other signs relating to chemical,
radiological, or biological hazards."
Support: ABF Freight System, Inc.; Copart, hic.; Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc.; SEII
Recycling LLC; SAIA LTL Freight; YRC Worldwide, hic. I
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APR 0 9 2020
1Lf '4�' � 1, - '' and Use Permit Application P LAA*14 14 k it
City of Downey - Community Development Department - Planning Division
■- Adult Use Permit (ADULT)
Code Amendment (CA)
LJ Code Amendment Initiation (CAI)
L] Conditional Use Permit (CUP)
■General Plan Amendment (GPA)
■General Plan Amendment Initiation (GPAI)
Ll Planned Unit Development (PUD)
E3 Secondary Driveway for RV Storage (SDRV)
E3 Site Plan Review (SPR)
L3 Special Event (SE)
U Variance (VAR)
U Zone Change (ZC)
L3 Other
ZONE & USE SPECIFIC N/A
Property Address Assessor Idenliko0o" Number(s)
Request: . THE REQUEST IS TO AMEND SECTION 9520.08. GENEARL WALL, FENCE, AND HEDGE
REGULATIONS (c) PROHIBITED WALLS AND FENCES.(1)
SEE ATTACHED FOR FURTHER DETAILS
KEITH KANEKO &/OR CAROL BAUSINGER
Name
AMAROK LLC
Business Name
550 ASSEMBLY ST 5TH Fill.
Mailing Address
COLUMBIA SC 29201
City State Zip
803-404-6189
Phone Fax
CBAUSINGER@AMAROK.COM
Email
l deci on, 1 A plc1r8lty aiay that to the best of my knowledge that the information provided an this application is true and correct
4/GJ2020
Applican W ftnal Date
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Land Use Permit Apphicafion (continued)
City; of Dowiiey - Co.n-ii-nurdty Developt-rient Departnaetit - Plant-iing Division
eOwner
N/A - CITY CODE AMENDMENT SPECIFIC TO ZONING & USE
Business Name
City State Zip
Phone Fax
correct I further hereby authorize the applicant listed in Section C of this application to submit the application and to be my repre-
sentative on matters regarding the project described herein.
Property Own er Signature-
ubfic
certificate
A notary public or other officer complet Ing this
no "
cenif I cote werIfle-sonly the identity of the In Mdue I
who iiflmd the document to which ttft certificate Is
attached, and not The truthfulness, accuracy, or
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validity of that docurnent.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA Oil— before me,
COUNTY OF
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Name(s) of Signer(s)
who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose
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signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the
person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature of Wary Public
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Supplemental Information Form
Ciq, of Downey - Co n-in-tuniry Development T)eparanent - Planng Division
General Information
Property Address, SPECIFIC TO ZONING & USE IN ATTACHMENT Case No: P1. N-? 0 - 0 0 0,h 2
Property Size: . . . . .. ..... ......... .. ... ,,, Width- Length'
Describe property as it currently exists (including any buildings and plants) -
CITY CODE AMENDMENT SPECIFIC TO ZONING & USE
Building Size: Size of Use:
Number of floors of construction: Number of parking spaces on property:
Type of use: J Residential El Commercial LJ Industrial LJ Institutional
Number of units: Number of anticipated employees:
Hours of operation:
Does the use include:
The sale food of beverages (not including alcohol)? El Yes D No
If yes, then square footage of customer area Number of seats
The sale of alcohol? Q Yes Ll No
If yes, ABC License Type
Live entertainment? LJ Yes Ll Ne.
If yes, the type (check all that apply): Ll Bands or Musicians El Dancing El DJ LJ Karaoke
Proposed hours of live entertainment:
Square footage of stage Square footage of dance floor
The purchase or sale of previously owned merchandise? LJ Yes 0 No
The sale or repair of motor vehicles? LJ Yes U No
Storage or display of merchandise outside? L3 Yes El No
Supplemental 1nformation Form (continued)
City of Downey - CounityDevelopment Department - Planning Division
Describe how any new construction will blend into the existing neighborhood�
UPON APPOVAL OF A CODE AMENDMENT, THE SECURITY SYSTEM IS VIRTUALLY INVI31BLE TO THE PA3SERBY
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Will the use involve the use or transportation of hazardous material such as toxic substances, flammables, corrosives, or
explosives?: LJ Yes 3 No If yes, describe:
Will the use involve the use of equipment that creates noise and/or vibration?: L3 Yes 19 No If yes, describe:
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If the project is being developed in relationship to a larger project or a series of projects, describe the larger project:
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Ef 35 , (a) As used in this chapter, "electrified security fence"
means any fence, other than an electrified fence described in Section
17151 of the Food and Agricultural Code, that meets the following
requirements:
(1) The fence is powered by an electrical energizer with both of
the following output characteristics:
(A) The impulse repetition rate does not exceed I hertz (hz)®
(B) The impulse duration does not exceed 10 milliseconds, or
10/10000 of d second.
(2) The fence, is used to protect and secure commercial or
industrial property.
(b) An owner of real property may install and operate an
electrified security fence on his or her property subject to all of
the following:
(1) The property is not located in a residential zone.
(22) The fence meets the 2006 international standards and
specifications of the international Electrotechnical Commission for
electric fence energizers in "International Standard IEC 60335, Part
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(3) The fence is identified by prominently placed warning signs
that are legible from both aides of the fence. At a minimum, the
warning signs shall meet all of the following criteria:
(A) The warning signs are placed at each gate and access point,
and at intervals along the fence not exceeding 30 feet.
(B) The warning signs are adjacent to any other signs relating to
chemical, radiological, or biological hazards.
(C) The warning signs are marked with a written warning or a
commonly recognized aym)-ol for shock, a written warning or a commonly
recognized sy-,,hol to warn people with pacemakers, and a written
warning or commonly recognized sym' c-1 about the danger of touching
the fence in wet conditions.
(4) The height of the fence does not exceed 10 feet and is LcaCated
behind a perimeter fence that is not less than 6 feet in height.
(c) An owner of real property shall not install and operate an
electrified security fence where a local ordinance prohibits that
installation and operation. If as local ordinance allows the
installation and operation of an electrified security fence, the
installation and operation of the fence shall meet the requirements
of that ordinance and the requirements of subdivision (b).
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Narrative Statement — Code Amendment, Downey, CA PLIV 0 00 4
Section 9520.08 RECEIVED
GENERAL WALL, FENCE & HEDGE
114A Y 2020
1 . That the re uested amendment is necessary and desirabi r
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development of the community and is in the interests or furtb61.MWG
public health, safety and general welfare.
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2. That the proposed amendment is in general conformance with the General
Plan.
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and M-2 zones. This is the most effective height when taking site conditions and
security into consideration.
In Summary:
The EGD Security is the most reliable, most economical, and safest security application
available. The installation of the EGD system will secure local businesses and increase
the security of the surrounding properties and the immediate area by deterring the
criminal element.
Please let us know if there are any additional questions/concerns.
Sincerely,
14mmmulk
UMMATS F101MI"Pt SKURM
CarolBausinger
Compliance Manager
AMAROK, LLC
Direct: 803-404-6189
cbausinRer(@amarok,com
www.AMAROK.com
AMAROK formerly known as Electric Guard Dog
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550 Assembly St, Suite 500 // Columbia, SC Z920i // 1-800-432-6391 /1 wwwwarolixom
M. Electrified Fencing. The use of electrified fencing, for security or other purposes, is
prohibited in all zoning districts except M I, M2 and C-M. Said fencing shall comply with the
following requirements:
I . Permits Required. Any electrified fencing shall require the approval of the
following permits, as ftirther defined in this section:
a. Building Permit. A building permit shall be obtained before new
furnished by the City.
b. Administrative Permit for a Minor Site Plan Review. An
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except as otherwise approved by another discretionary application for a project on
the same site.
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2. General Requirements. The following electrified fencing standards shall apply
to all development:
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stiall be constructed or installed in conformance Willi applicable provisions of
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC 60335-2-76) standards for
electric fence energizers,
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i. The energizer for electric fences must be driven by a commercial
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fence energizers.
C. Perimeter Fence or Wall. Electrified fencing shall be completely
surrounded by a non -electrified fence or wall that is not less than six (6) feet hi
md have no barbed, concertina, or similar wire attached. Vehicle access gates
zlong public rights -of -way may be exempted from this requirement.
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i. Any opening in the perimeter fence less than or equal to three (3)
inches shall require a minimum 12-inch setback from the electric fence
(JEC 60335-2-76 Standard).
ii. Any opening in the perimeter fence greater than three (3) inch
shall require a minimum 36-inch setback from the electric fence or th
addition of an approved mesh as an added barrier. I
C. Height. The following height restrictions and permitting requiremenb
shall apply to electrified fencing:
i. Ml and M2 Zoning Districts. Electrified fencing up to 10-feet in
height is allowed. A Building Permit and Alarm Permit are required for fences
exceeding six -feet in height.
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for electrified fences in allowable C-M zoning districts.
f. Warning Signs. Electric fences shall be clearly identified with warning
signs on both the inside and outside of the fence. The signs shall read "Waming-
Electric Fence" in English with international symbols and other languages at
intervals of not greater than 30 feet.
9. Emergency Access. A "Knox Box" or other similar approved devices
shall be installed for emergency access by Fire Departments. A means to
disconnect electrical power to the fence shall be readily available to the Fire
Departments. Disconnect switches and controls shall be in an accessible location
on the property and shall not be obscured in any manner from the street/private
driveway access. Approved signs stating the identification of such
switches/controls shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Fire Marshal. In the
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approved device above is absent or non-fimctional, and an owner, manager,
employee, custodian, or any other person with control over the property is not
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h. Uses and Locations.
i. Unless specifically designated in this subsection, electrified fences
shall not be permitted in any zoning district.
ii. Electric fences shall be allowed in MI and M2 zones.
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Electric fences shall be allowed in specific, single use, C-M zoned
Land Uses (Chapter 3, Table 9.3.5), as follows:
a. Automobile, light truck, and motorcycle sales, new and used
b. Automobile paint and body
c. Automobile repair
d. Mobile homes/manufactured home sales
e. Recreational vehicle sales
f. Truck and trailer sales
g. Towing services
h. Vehicle impound and storage yard
i. Auction house
j. Building/contractor supplies
k. Wireless communication facilities
1. Parcel delivery terminals
m. Self -storage, mini -storage, mini -warehouse, and recreational
vehicle storage
n. Storage yards
o. Warehouse
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CLIENT:
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ENGINEER:
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DESIGN INPUT VALUES:
Dimensions
11,pusl -bnda 120 in Height of fence corner post
tribr:cr-.p,,, = 1000 f! Tributary spacing offence
comer post
f-Sposljindg � 108 ill Height of solar support p I
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Design Risk_Category = "If"
Wind Design Values.
Wind Speed:
V,,,d = 124 niph Basic Wind
Wind Exposure:
E,po,surc - " C.0
dja j, 0, 112 1, in Diameter of fence wire
nwre.q � 20 Number of fence wires
Site class
Fb`
S, = 1.662 Mapped spectral acceleration for shod period
S, = 0.607 Mapped spectral acceleration for 1 second period
TL = 8 Long -Period Transition Perio*
Dead load _Values. R, = 1.50 Response modification factor
PO wire = 0.003 pl f Dead weight of each wire
Fwire tension = 20.7 lb Applied wire tension at corner post (per each wire)
W4,CEP.,l = 1 (U pi f Dead weigh" of each comer/end post
wISSO,,,, = 6-46 pif Dead weight (max) of each solar support post
Pd "S'pom = 257.4 In Total weight of solar panel, alarm, battery and control
boxes (including internal components) applied to
each support column.
Postliole and FootIng_Design _Vales:
q,,,�j 1000.psf Assumed soil vertical bearing capacity
S I "'j, = 100 psf / ft Assumed soil lateral bearing capacity
dia rpt,,Otjn,= 1.25.R Diameter of fence post posthole / footing
dia SlIfooling 1.504t Diameter of solar support post posthole / footing
Backfill_type = "Concrete"
ASD Safety Fattors
Ob:= 1.67 Factor for Bending
Q,:= 2.0 Factor for Tension
9,:= 1.67 Factor for Shear
SEISMIC CALCULATIONS:
S, = 1.66 Mapped spectral acceleration for short periods (from above)
S, = 0.61 Mapped spectral acceleration for 1-second period (from above)
1, = 1.0 Importance factor
Ra = 1-5 Response modification factor (from above)
1. Determine the Seismic Design Category
a, Calculate SO, and SW
For Sns:
For SD1:
For S, = 1,66
For Si = 0.61
F, = 1.00
F, = 1,70
Sms :- S,° Fj,
SMI := SI-F,
SS = 1,66
SM 1 1.03
SM (2 SIVIS
SDI := (3 ,).SMI
3).
SDS = 1.11
SDI 0.69
Seismic .Design —Category = "13"
2, Determine the building parameters
Dead load weight:
WtFCEPOSE = 10.8 if nominal weight of fence corner/end post
Wr(I_Fpo.qt hndg'WtFCFpos) + (ffibFCFpst,nwjTQ%'Pd wire)
Wf = 17467 Ib total (max) dead weight of fence at comeriend Post
%VtSSp,,l = 6,46 pi f (max) nominal weight of a pair of solar support post
Ws ma, &sp05l,hAdg,wtSSp0sj) + Pd_ SSposj.2]
W, — 631.08 lb total (max) dead weight on a pair of solar support posts
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The analysis below will show the adequacy of the post.
Column Information: Column I = 'WiW" Column I locaiion = "Fence corner/end posts"
c I spacing = 100Oft nwires = 2o Number of fence wires
LFpcst,,bndg = 120 in Maximum Unbraced length of column Fy_cl 35-ks!
te [ = 0.22 in Thickness of column material F-steel 290Wksi
Outside diameter of column sectior
cl-ind FAI = 0-91 Pli
2
Mtiavrnd F, Dcj ), Lrpost11ndg
r wind Q-1
2
Mr %vind 6 = 6-52 kip -in Required moment capacity due to wirr-;
Mr. sei5--,j •_ Er,LFpost bndg
Mr seis cl = 14.09kip-in Required moment capacity due to seismic
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FNvire tension = 20.7 lb per wire
LFpostbndg
Mwire tension DL. Fkjrc tension'nwires'
2
Mwire tension DL = 24.84 kip. in Required moment capacity due to wire tension
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WTI1 FAO C I = 20.4 Width -Thickness ratio
CSR-fimil-S, .07 ) C'Sn-lin,ii-gi 58.0 compact section limit
1""
NCSO limit 31.( 1) NCSn li j� 2-56.9 non -compact 'Section limit
_First Pqtft(mjne allowaNe moment based on Yipjjn a
Mpy_0 :® Zcl"Fv,cl Mpy , = 141.75kip-in Allowable moment based on yielding
Next Detersonflowable rnornent fear iniqpIct Secti
NIPIP DC Cl (.021-, Cl I SCI
Arn-III = 196.68kip-in Allowable moment for non -compact sections
( _3111"AlCV1
Mpn_"5l C1 :' ( Vvtl ). Sal
- 1424.1]9kip-in Allowable moment for slender element sections
141.75ki1-in Allowable flexural momel
text, 01go JotAvWe_SAgs_
M Ma cl M,11,1 = 84.832kip-in Available flexural moment (ASD)
Qh
Pn 61 = 16.11 kip Allowed axial load (from above)
111!1101111!091233���
Backfill_type = "Concrete" d ja F-Mating = 1,25 ft fence post footing diameter
SI"j, = lOOPSF Lateral bearing pressure per foot below natural grade (Table 1806.2)
rV(,t = 53 1.4 lb Equivalent point load applied to post
5.0 ft Location of applied lateral load (distance from grade)
b,,,,,:= if(Backfilltype = "Concrete" dj,__j.-j,rQOIinpDj)
bp,,,Note: use footing diameter if posthole backfill is concrete
Trial depth Td.Pth = 1,5 ft.- The starting depth of the post hole depth. The final post hole depth is
determined by iterating to a final de!th, Note: the lateral soil -bearing pressure S, shall be increased by
the tabular value for each additional foot of depth to a maximum of 15 times the tabularvalue (1806,3.
see variable I
Tdepth +— 1-5-ft
depth +_ 12• fl
while depth � 'I'depkh
Tdepth
S1 soil Sisod,
ft 3
L&
S11 SI Soil'if Tdepth 2: 1 R A Tdepth =IMIl IIIIII I i f("'d,plh 15 ft, 14, 1
2.3 4 ` PPOIII
(SI-soaY bpost
depth 0,5�A, I I + 11 + A
Tdepth � Tdepth + 0,02in
M
d_FF`de�th = 4,11 ft This is the minimum required post embedment depth for lateral loading
Where resultant S, ,ij = 563.53 psF,
It 11 a RMOMS
Determine section classification as a slender or nonslender element and as a compact or
noncompact section:
h,,) = 3.765 in Design outside depth of column section
b,, = 3.765 in Design outside width of column section
td,, 2 = 0.112 in Design wall thickness of column material
Width -to -Thickness Ratios: (Walks of t Lsorl)
W bt WtR b, =3174 Width -to -thickness Ratio
Xr W:= I AO
X, 322J 5 limiting width -to -thickness ratio
(nons lender/s lender)
b,,
WtR bt:= - tdek
WtR bi = 33.74
X1, 1 12
xr 25,72
swel
>
X, 32,15
Flange seclionis = "siender-element"
Webs of MSS section:
WtR-I,t:=
ldcs 0
WtR hi 33,74
1
X:2.412
,
0-4
XP 55,57
r
1\4 5.70
Xr 130.89
Wels—section- is = "compact"
111.11 1 6 1 * I• 0
- I
milaidalloir--Lent
(com pact/noncom pact)
!A177?&T1r&ETFri P�av?
(noncompactIslender)
0 ,#1
Next, determine flexure strength:
First jQt-terrnine allowable mom based on Yie di
M F`-C.). zf; 7 Mpy,? _- [44.73kip-in Allowable moment based on yielding
Next. Determine allowable moment based on flan e t at •jLqckjirjgjU),'
S c2 = 2.26 in 3 Section modulus
I()LNp flncc2:� Min PyC2,Mpy 0 — Mpy u2 - Fv r2'S c2fI57)c F—C2
-4.
I,"svo
I
Mp W, 2 = 119,31 kip,in Allowable moment for sections with noncompact flanges
24 min [bee, 1.92,td,,_0'
I 'N -a 6, 0 b, lb = 3.65 in effective width
S,2 = 1.93 in 3
Fr Effective section modulus
MP An c2 °= Fy c2'Sefr 0
Mp_n,,_c2 = 106.1 [ kip, in Allowable moment for sections with slender -element flanges
N lox t
M 0,73
M-wilec') :� Inin py c2, Mpy, 0 - (Njpy_c2 - f"y_,2'Sj")' 0.305- -- ' ' ' - 8)]
IM
144,73 kip -in Allowable moment for sections with noncompact webs
Mn Allow 0
M'X " —
S11
MMME1 IWIM-F-OW-am-
L0 . ... ..... .
Footing Calculation For Electric Fence Control I Solar Panel Support Post:
Calculate the minimum required it embedment depth for lateral loading for per 1807.3,2,1; CBC 2019
NOTE: Determine the point load required to produce an equal moment.
Backfill type = "Concrete" dj, wtowing � 1-5 ft Support post footing diameter
MIMM, IMMIM, a- M
EM=
M, wind 2 =51,35kip- in wind moment M, ccis ,3 = 22.91 kip. in Seismic moment
h,.p,,, = 5.7 ft Location of applied lateral load (distance from grade)
ppost.! �,Jjuf C2 - *�%,Is pp,,2 = 745 1 b Max. equivalent point load applied to post
llsposl
bposul := if(Backfilltype = "Concrete",dia spree,ing, rnin(wel
bpost2 1,50 ft Note: use footing diameter if posthole backfill is concrete
S I i tic rease -. — 2 Allowable lateral bearing pressure increase for poles, Section 1806.3.4
SI SlIsoil Sisoil"S I increase S1 Spsnij = 200 psf per footing of depth
Tdal depth Td.pth `:� 1,5 ft.- The starting depth of the post hole depth. The final post hole depth is
determined by iterating to a final depth. Note: the lateral soil -bearing pressure S, shall be increased by
see variable below, I
Td,plln +— 1-5•fl
depth *-- 11ft
wh i l e ct,pth > I , duph
SIS00 S1 Spsoll,
ft 3
sil-sod SI sod'if Tdcp�h �� ift 'A, 'rdcrnh :� 15ft,L_plli jf(Td,pIh �t 1511,14, 1))
A 2-34' 111`1110
(SI
436,1
dopill <— 0.5-A, I I + Il +
Tdcp(h �-_ -I'depth + 0.02n
d s 3.62 ft This is the minimum required post embedment depth for lateral loading
Where resultant S, ,jj = 876.04 psf, A= 1.33 , THE END
l=Mn�
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1.1 The purpose of this practice is to provide advice for the
selection and use of electric security fences to deter, detect, and
delay an unauthorized breach of the perimeter in a commercial
application.
1.2 Units —The values stated in SI units are to be regarded
as the standard. No other units of measurement are included in
this standard. The tolerance on physical duriensions is ± 10 alp
unless otherwise spec.iped.
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safety concerns, if cant', associated lvith its use. It is the
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2.1 BSI Standard:2
PS EN 60335-2-76 Household and similar electrical appli-
ances — Safety — kart 2-76: Particular requirements for
electric fence energizers
2,2 IL'C Standards:3
IEC. 60335-1 Household and similar electrical appli-
ances — Safety — fart 1. General requirements
IEC 60335-2-76 Household and similar electrical appli-
ances —Safety —Part 2-76: Particular requirements for
electric fence energizers
' This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Commiuce F33 on Detention
sad Correctional Facilities and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F33.06
on Control SysRans.
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2.3 N PA Standard:4
NFPA70 National Electrical Code
2.4 UL Standard; 5
LiL 69 Standard for Electric -Fence Controllers
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 electric fence energizer, n—electrical device that is
used to convert continuous power to a short -duration pulse
using a fast -discharge electrical storage unit; it is also known as
a controller.
3.1.2 electric security fence zone, n—predetermined section
of the fence line that is monitored separately from another
section of the fence line.
3.1.3 gripple, n—wire torque -tensioning device that meet-
porates a ceramic roller as the main tension ratchet part.
3.1.4 pulse, n—burst of electricity for a short period of time
on a regular interval as opposed to continuous power.
3.1.5 pulse rate, n—number of pulses per second.
3.1.6 security alarm panel, n--device that detects a drop in
the power of the pulse and, based on a specific algorithm,
initiates an alarm.
. Significance and Use
reduce4.1 Electric security fences, in view of their high -deterrent
impact, are a safe method to
existing security. They are deployed in a d• variety of
fencesenvironments and geographies. In particular, electric security
_ ., to decrease the need for security guards and
void.other security systems.
4.2 This practice provides information to users and manu-
43 International standards exist at the International Elec-
• 1 the British Standards
Institution C cover
these systems.
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6.4.3 The wire spacing and configuration shall be allowed
vary to suit different applications. Normally, the spacing sh
be between a minimum of 50 mm and a maximum of 230 m
The okjective is to maximize the effectiveness of the securi
while minimizing initial and ongoing maintenance cost.
6.44 Fence infrastructure shall be to the electric securi
fence rnanufacturer's specifications.
RKWUMM
7.1 There are many methods of control to suit different
applications. To ensure an effective system, maximize tip time,
and minimize maintenance cost, the following design limita-
tions shall be met:
7.1.1 Commercially accepted security communications pro-
tocols such as copper, fiber, wireless, and ethernet, and
7.1.2 The security alarm panel or software design control
system shall monitor tamper alarms and the event log.
8. Training
8,1 To maximize effectiveness and minimize maintenance
cost, effective training shall be done appropriate to the employ-
ee's responsibilities. Training shall be consistent with the
user's training policy and procedures.
9.1 The following shall be minimum maintenance frequen-
cies.
9.1 1 The following should be done daily:
9. 1 1 . I A fence line visual inspection should be done daily
to remove trash, repair any attempts to compromise the system,
and note situations proactively that might compromise the
system such as vegetation growth.
9.1.2 The following shall be done monthly:
9.1.2.1 An alarm test in each zone in addition to the daily
maintenance. This shall be done by shorting a wire to electrical
ground or touching wire to wire using an approved testing too]
recommended by manufacturer.
9.13 The following should be done annually:
9.1.3,1 Inspect batteries for signs of apparent wear,
tampering, or damage.
10. Signage
10.1 Warning signs shalt be placed at intervals not exceed-
ing 19 m and on every gate,
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Apparells. 6lectrodomestiques et analogues
S6curlt6 — I
Partie 2-76:
R6gles particull6res pour les 6lectrificateurs
Ye cl6tures
Household and similar electrical appliances —
Safety —
Part
Particular requirements for electric fence
energizers
Numdro do rdffiren
Reference numb
CEI/1EC 60335-2-76:2002+Ai:210
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0.01
100 1 000 10 000 100 000
Output current (mA) IEC 722159
NOTE The equation of the line relating Impulse duration (ms) to output current (mA) for 1 000 mA < output
current < 15 700 mA, is given by Impulse duration = 41,885 x 10' x (output current)-l-31
Figure 102 — Current limited energizer characteristic limit line
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CCA Prohibited mounting
Electric fence conductors should not be mounted on a support used for any overhead power line.
CC. Operation of electric security fence
The conductors of an electric fence should not be energized unless all authorized persons,
within or entering the secure area, have been informed of Its location.
Where there is a risk of persons being injured by a secondary cause, appropriate additional
safety precautions should be taken.
NOTE An example of a secondary cause is where a person may be expected to fall from a surface if contact is
made with pulsed conductors.
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Key
A = Secure area
B = Public access area
C = Barrier where required
1 = Electric security fence
2 = Physical barrier
Figure CC.2 — Typical constructions where an electric
security fence is exposed to the public
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The bibliography of Part 1 is applicable except as follows.
Addition,
IC 60335-2-86, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-86: Particular
requirements for electric fishing machines
IEC 60335-2-87, Household and similar electrical appliances — Safety — Part 2-87: Particular
requirements for electric animal stunning equipment
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M. Electrified Fencing. The use of electrified fencing, for security or other purposes, i
prohibited in all zoning districts except MI, M2 and C-M. Said fencing shall comply with t
following requirements: I
I . Permits Required. Any electrified fencing shall require the approval of the
following permits, as further defined in this section:
a. Building Permit. A building permit shall be obtained before new
construction begins. Application for a building permit shall be made on forms
furnished by the City.
b. Administrative Permit fora for Site Plan Review. An
Administrative Permit in compliance with Section 9814 (Administrative Permits),
except as otherwise approved by another discretionary application for a project on
the same site.
C. Conditional Use Permit. A Conditional Use Per niii in cj,,'I.ljA±JLiqce witli
'§ection 9824XROi�onal Use Permit), shall be obtained for C-M zoned uses.
d. Alarm Permit. An alarm permit obtained from the Police Department.
For this program, all applicable alarm fees apply to electric fence installations.
(See Section 3704. Alarm System Permit).
2. General Requirements. The following electrified fencing standards shall apply
to all development:
a. Electrical Standard. Unless otherwise specified herein, electric fences
shall be constructed or installed in conformance with applicable provisions of
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC 60335-2-76) standards for
electric fence energizers.
b. Electrification.
is The energizer for electric fences must be driven by a commercial
storage battery not to exceed 12 volts DC or other approved 12 volt DC or
less power source.
ii. The electric charge produced by the fence upon contact shall not
exceed energizer characteristics set forth in the IEC standard for electric
fence energizers.
C. Perimeter Fence or Wall. Electrified fencing shall be completely
surrounded by a non -electrified fence or wall that is not less than six (6) feet high
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i. Any opening in the perimeter fence less than or equal to three (3)
inches shall require a minimum 12-inch setback from the electric fence
(JEC 60335-2-76 Standard).
ii. Any opening in the perimeter fence greater than three (3) inches
shall require a minimum 36-inch setback from the electric fence or the
addition of an approved mesh as an added barrier.
e. Height. The following height restrictions and permitting requirements
shall apply to electrified fencing:
and M2 Zoning Districts. Electrified fencing up to I 0-feet in
height is allowed. AnAd_ Building Permit_, and Alarm Permit
are required for fences exceeding six -feet in height.
ii. C-M Zoning District. Electrified fences are, at a minimum, two -
feet higher than the perimeter fence, but not to exceed a maximum height of 10
feet. A* A40i������_Permit, Building Permit, and Alarm
Permit are required for electrified fences in allowable C-M zoning districts.
f Warning Signs. Electric fences shall be clearly identified with warning
signs on both the inside and outside of the fence. The signs shall read "Warning -
Electric Fence" in English with international symbols and other languages at
intervals of not greater than 30 feet.
9. Emergency Access. A "Knox Box" or other similar approved devices
shall be installed for emergency access by Fire Departments. A means to
disconnect electrical power to the fence shall be readily available to the Fire
Departments. Disconnect switches and controls shall be in an accessible location
on the property and shall not be obscured in any manner from the street/private
driveway access. Approved signs stating the identification of such
switches/controls shall be installed to the satisfaction of the Fire Marshal. In the
event that access by the City of Downey Fire Department personnel to a property
where a permitted electric fence has been installed and is operating is required
due to an emergency or urgent circumstances, and the Knox Box or other similar
approved device above is absent or non-functional, and an owner, manager,
employee, custodian, or any other person with control over the property is not
present to disable the electric fence, fire personnel shall be authorized to disable
the electric fence in order to gain access to the property.
h. Uses and Locations.
is Unless specifically designated in this subsection, electrified fences
shall not be permitted in any zoning district.
i. Electric fences shall be allowed in MI and M2 zones
ii. Electric fences shall be allowed in specific, single use, C-M zoned
Land Uses (Chapter 3, Table 9.3.5), as follows:
a. Automobile, light truck, and motorcycle sales, new and used
. Automobile paint and body
c. Automobile repair
.1s�f°. tud 1al
e. Recreational vehicle sales
f. Truck and trailer sales
. Towing services
. Vehicle impound and storage yard
j-.i_ uil ing/contractor supplies
l j_Parcel delivery terminals
irk. Self -storage, mini -storage, mini -warehouse, and
recreational vehicle storage
ml_Storae yards
e:m. _ Warehouse
*(Amended by Ord. 12, adopted 7-2-09)
1-Mr.e=0 AMP
Mark W. Kroll, PhD, FACC, FHRS
Wmgmi
Electric security fences, that satisfy US and International regulations, are safe
for human beings. These regulations have developed from over 100 years of
experience and scientific testing.'-' The pulses are extremely short and thus the
brief, high current is not able to affect the heart (electrocute). The best analogy
is to a strong static shock which can be painful but has never injured anyone.
Strong static shocks can damage electronics —which responds almost instantly
— but the human body is not harmed by such brief shocks. A strong static shock
can have a peak current of 30 A (amperes) but is too short to be dangerous.'
Note that this is over 2x (twice) the peak current of an electric security fence .4 - 5
The peak current is irrelevant to safety for short shocks.'
Qu_estion I.,
I saw on the internet that 0.1 amperes (100 mA) is
dangerous and that electric fences can have a peak
current of over 10 A. Is that dangerous?
Answer: No. An AC current of over 0.1 A can be dan-
gerous to humans but only if the shock lasts about 1
second or more.' The AMAROK security fence pulse
only lasts about 0.0001 seconds, so it is 10,000 times
shorter than a danger shock .4
pro ton 1,
But still, that 10 amperes is 100 times as strong as the
100 mA danger level!
Answer. It is misleading to compare a peak current
with an average current. Since the AMAROK security
fence pulses only occur every 1.3 seconds, the aver-
age current is only 0.46 mA. Thus, the average cur-
rent of an electric fence is 200 times less than the dan-
ger level. We rate AC currents by RMS (root -mean -
square) which functions as an average.
References:
I.Dalziel CF. Electric fences -their hazards, types,
regulations, and safe application. Transactions of the
American Institute ofElectrical Engineers. 1950;69(1):8-15.
2.Whittaker. Electric shock as it pertains to the electric
fence. Underwriter's Laboratories Bulletin of Research.
1939; 14:1-56.
3.International-Electrotechnical-Commission.
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-2: Testing
and measurement techniques - Electrostatic discharge
immunity test. Vol IEC 61000-4-2: IEC.
4.Kroll M, Perkins P, Pratt H, Stuart E, Bury J, Panescu D.
Safety of a High -Efficiency Electrical Fence Energizer.
Conf Proc IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc. 2020;4 1:in press.
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standards comport with human data and AC limits. Conf
Proc IEEE Eng Med Biol Soc. 2015;2015:1343-1348.
6.Kroll MW, Panescu D, Hirtler R, Koch M, Andrews CJ.
Dosimetry for Ventricular Fibrillation Risk with Short
Qggs__CJo_n,3,,
How about wet conditions? How about children and
wildlife?
Answer. The US and International Electric Fence
Safety Standards assume a worst -case scenario of a
barefoot child contacting the fence while standing on
wet ground." Historical cases of tragic pediatric fa-
talities involved continuous AC (alternating current),
and not the modern short DC (direct current) pulses
satisfying today's safety standards.',10 The same is
true for wildlife.' I
Question 4:
What if the person has a pacemaker?
Answer. For technical reasons, this does not present
a risk. The cardiology literature warns of various
dangers for pacemaker patients; the electric fence is
not included as a danger. 12
Electrical Pulses: History and Future.. ConfProc IEEE Eng
Med Biol Soc. 2019;41:1788-1794.
7.Ferris LP, King BG, Spence PW, Williams HB. Effect of
electric shock on the heart. Electrical Engineering.
1936;55(5):498-515.
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fence energizers. International Electrotechnical
Commission. 2006.
9.Underwriters-Laboratories. UL 69: Electric fence
controllers. 2003.
10.Oregon's first death from an electric fence. International
Association of Electrical Inspectors News Bulletin. 1940; 12.
1 l.McAtee W. The electric fence in wildlife management.
The Journal of Wildlife Management. 1939;3(l):1-13.
12.Santini L, Forleo GB, Santini M. Implantable devices in
the electromagnetic environment. journal of Arrhythmia.
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include the protection of
4,000+ Installations
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Internationally recognized authority on
electrical injury
Served on committees for ANSI
standards, IEC standards, and ASTM
standards
Adjunct Professor of Biomedical
Engineering at the U of Minnesota and
Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo
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ULTIMATE PERIMETER SECURITY
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Alarm Panel,
Keypad &
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The system is powered by Great addition to green strategy
12-volt battery that is
recharged by a solar panel, Not affected by power failures
which is effective as well as • Not connected to mains power
environmentally friendly
RecognizedWe are certified compliant by
a USA Nationally
Testing Laboratory
"Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) are
third -party organizations recognized by OSHA
(Occupational Safety and Health Administration) as having
the capability to provide product safety testing and
certification services..."
NRTL certified means "...the product met the requirements
of an appropriate consensus -based product safety
standard either by successfully testing the product itself, or
by verifying that a contract laboratory has done so..."
FAQ: WHY MUST OUR
FENCE BE TALLER?
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