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Security & Perimeter Management

23. Fencing Material Supplier: Vendors who sell rolls of barbed wire, chain link, and woven wire mesh.

Caution Note: The supplier may provide wire that is thinner than specified or of poor quality that rusts quickly. They might also deliver shorter rolls. Measure the length and check the gauge of the wire before accepting the delivery.

24. Fence Post Supplier: Vendors who provide cement poles, wooden posts, or iron angles for fencing.

Caution Note: Vendors may provide poles that are shorter or of lower strength than agreed upon. The cement poles, in particular, may have weak reinforcement that will break easily.

25. Gate Fabricator (Welder): A skilled tradesman who custom-makes and installs metal gates and security doors for the farm entrance and other structures.

Caution Note: A welder may charge you for more iron than they actually use or use lower-grade materials. They may also do a shoddy welding job that is prone to breaking.

26. Security Guard Agency (Gated Communities): For larger farms or those in remote areas, a service provider that supplies trained security personnel on a contract basis.

Caution Note: The agency may send untrained, unmotivated guards who are not reliable. They may also not conduct proper background checks. Check the agency's reputation and conduct your own interviews with the guards they provide. Always Prefer Guards from outside and local persons.