Procedures for establishing a barbed wire fence. (7 marks)
- Clear fence line. This should be 2m wide.
- Measure and mark points on the fence line where holes are to be dug determining the positionof the gates (average spacing
should be 4-6m).
- Dig holes to a depth of 60cm for the main fence and 75-90cm for the corner and gate posts.
- Place treated posts in the holes in an upright position.
- Mix concrete of 1: 3: 5 ratio and place it in the hole. Alternatively put soil and stones in the hole and ram to firm the base.
- Nail barbed wire onto the posts with fencing staples u-nails while stretching using a wire strainer.
- Fix the lower strand of wire first, and use it as a guide to fix the next up to the required number
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