The Background
Procter Contracts was commissioned to upgrade an underused area of HMP Rochester to accommodate increasing capacity while maintaining the highest security standards.
The brief required:
- A solution to secure a high-risk area
- Robust fencing that deters climbing, cutting, and unauthorized access
- Compliance with MOJ specifications and optional Secured by Design standards
We recommended 358 prison mesh fencing, renowned for its anti-climb design, durability, and excellent through-visibility, ensuring maximum protection while enabling effective surveillance.
The Solution
Procter Contracts designed, supplied, and installed a combination of our highest-security fencing products, providing a secure and lasting safety solution for HMP Rochester:
- High Security: Anti-climb, welded steel mesh panels ensure superior protection
- Through-Visibility: Allows easy monitoring of perimeter areas
- Prevents Passing Through: Fine mesh design enhances security
- Durable & Customisable: Panels available in multiple heights (2.0m–6.0m) and RAL colours
- Secured by Design Option: Optional certification for additional security assurance
The result is a fully contained, high-risk area that addresses previous security concerns, providing confidence for both staff and management.
Key challenges included:
- Repurposing underused areas without compromising overall prison security
- Ensuring compliance with MOJ specifications and high-risk environment requirements
- Installation coordination in an operational prison environment
Through close collaboration with HMP Rochester and ISG, our team overcame these challenges, delivering a solution that met functional, security, and operational goals.
The Result
The installation of 358 prison mesh fencing provided:
- Fully secure containment of previously underutilized areas
- Enhanced surveillance and monitoring capability
- Compliance with MOJ specifications and Secured by Design options
