Access Control for Construction Sites
Find out how the latest access solutions from Geran Access Products BV can help secure your construction site effectively
Access control for the construction site is highly valuable due to the high activity level and the presence of valuable assets. Access to the construction site consists of physical barriers such as turnstiles, barriers or fences, optionally linked to a digital system. The main purpose of this access control on the construction site is to keep unauthorized persons out, prevent theft and vandalism, and maintain attendance records.
A typical construction site contains valuable materials and expensive machinery, making access control not only a matter of safety but also of asset protection. For this reason, access control on construction sites is essential. Fortunately, with our products, you can easily create a safe and efficient working environment.
At Geran Access Products BV, we provide flexible and relocatable solutions that not only regulate access control for construction but also ensure controlled registration of workers.
Think of products such as mobile turnstiles, containers with integrated access control, and mobile barriers. These products have been specially developed for construction sites and are easy to move, allowing them to adapt to the dynamics of temporary locations.
The purpose of access control on construction sites
A modern construction site must comply with strict safety standards and regulations, such as VCA and WKA (more on this later). The key pillars for construction site access are as follows:
- Safety and efficiency: granting controlled access to authorized persons through physical access control.
- Registration: all workers present must be registered and verified.
- Insight and overview: a current overview of who is present on the construction site and when.
Needs and challenges
Compliance with safety standards
Construction sites are subject to strict laws and regulations to ensure the safety of all personnel present and compliance with protocols.
Access restriction
Prevent unauthorized persons from entering the site by allowing only authorised persons and vehicles access to the active construction site.
Protection of assets
Keep valuable materials, machinery and tools safe by strictly managing access to the construction site and preventing theft.
Identification and registration
Get instant insight into who is on site for both safety and accurate recording of hours worked by staff and subcontractors.
Mobility & flexibility
Temporary and changing project sites require mobile access solutions that are easy to place, configure and move again.
Deterring vandalism
Visible and robust access security works to prevent vandalism and unwanted intruders, especially outside regular working hours.
Flexibility
Temporary sites and dynamic projects require mobile solutions that are not only easy to move, but can also be immediately operational at any workstation.
Resistant to harsh conditions
The challenge of deploying access control that is robust enough to continue functioning reliably under extreme weather conditions.
Optimal vehicle and equipment logging
The challenge of regulating the access of heavy equipment and suppliers alongside people in a safe and controlled manner.
Building site access control: solutions from Geran Access Products BV
Mobile turnstiles
Reliable security
- Weather-resistant
- Suitable for controlled access
- Easy to move
- Construction suitable for intensive use
- Easy to link to various card readers
Barriers
Controlled access for vehicles
- Reliable access control for vehicles
- Quick and efficient
- Easy to install and move
- Suitable for all weather conditions
- Available mobile concrete base
Container turnstiles
Safe, efficient and convenient
- Access control and office space
- Easy to move and deploy
- Weatherproof and sturdy
- High level of security
- Fully delivered and ready to use
Practical access solutions for construction: the mobile Velocity
The mobile Velocity barrier from Turnstar is a reliable and flexible solution for access control on construction sites. Thanks to its sturdy concrete base, this barrier is easy to move and suitable for temporary projects. With lengths of 3, 4, 5 or 6 meters, LED lighting, and optional skirts, the Velocity offers a safe and visible solution for all conditions.
Operation is simple through remote control or integration into existing access control systems, providing optimal flexibility and efficiency. This makes the Velocity barrier ideal for construction sites, shipyards, industrial areas, and event locations. The system is robust and versatile, contributing to both safety and strict access control at your construction site.
Discover the 6 unique advantages of Geran Access Products access solutions for construction sites
Maximum security with robust turnstiles
With full-height turnstiles and secure access gates, unauthorised access is immediately prevented and your construction site remains optimally protected.
Full control through access registration
Combined with pass readers or biometric scanners, our systems accurately record who enters and leaves the construction site.
Mobile solutions for temporary sites
Our mobile turnstiles and barriers are specially designed for construction sites and easy to reposition at each new project stage.
Scalable as the project grows
Easily expand with additional turnstiles or barriers when the number of employees increases, without major infrastructure modifications.
Integration with existing systems
Effortlessly link our turnstiles to existing access control or time recording systems for an efficient workflow.
Scalable and future-proof
With automatic barriers and controlled passageways, you create a safe, organised and representative access to the construction site.
Unique on-site access control: responsibility and customization
On a construction site, responsibility for safety and registration often lies with the site manager. This person usually works with various contractors and hired staff, making oversight complex. A well-designed construction site access control system makes it easy to record exactly who is present on-site and whether everyone is authorized to work. Moreover, with the right solution, you can easily verify that only employees with a valid VCA certificate gain access. This ties in perfectly with personnel registration obligations, which we discuss further in our blog on WKA data.
No construction site is the same: the size, layout, and logistics vary per project. While one location may suffice with a mobile turnstile, another site might be better secured with a combination of barriers and containers with integrated access control. Each situation requires a unique solution. You can read more about this in our blog about choosing the right security for your construction site.
Frequently asked questions
Site access control serves several purposes. The most important is security: you know exactly who is present in case of emergencies. It also prevents theft and vandalism by keeping unauthorised persons out. Finally, it helps comply with laws and regulations, such as the Wet Ketenaansprakelijkheid (WKA).
For temporary locations, mobile solutions are ideal. These include an access control container in which a turnstile is mounted. Mobile turnstiles and barriers on a concrete base are also widely used, as they are easy to place and move again once the project is completed.
Yes, Geran Access' systems can be linked to external registration and software platforms. This automatically registers attendees and allows you to check whether subcontractors have the right documents and certificates (such as a valid SCC) before they enter the site.
A turnstile enforces a ‘one-by-one’ passage. This prevents tailgating, where several people slip in on one pass. This is essential for watertight attendance registration on construction sites.
Mobile barriers are used for vehicles. These can be operated via a hand-held transmitter, a pass reader or even an intercom system where the executor can remotely open the gate for suppliers.
Our systems are equipped with safety features. In the event of a power failure or fire alarm, the turnstiles and gates can be switched off (fail-safe), allowing everyone to leave the construction site quickly and safely via the emergency routes.