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If you’re needing a road safety barrier, and have been doing a bit of research, you may have seen the term ‘MASH standard’ or ‘MASH compliant’ thrown around a lot. But what exactly is it? 

MASH Explained

MASH stands for Manual of Assessing Safety Hardware, and is now set as the standard for Australian roadside crash barriers.  

To ensure you’re receiving the best quality, and absolute safest barrier system out there, AustRoads has set up the MASH program that prescribes a set of crash tests to validate barrier systems before they can be approved for use on our road networks. 

There’s one thing we can guarantee: if your crash barrier systems are MASH compliant, you’ll be receiving a product that does not compromise on safety or quality.   

Why Is MASH Testing Important? 

OK, now you know what it is, why should you care? Because if your fence or barrier system is not MASH compliant, it runs the risk of being much less safe and sturdy. The MASH performance criteria ensures that road barriers have proven capability to tackle the weight and speed of modern-day vehicles.         

At McIntosh Fencing, we are quality assured MASH compliant with our barrier and fence systems, as well as holding tri-certification accreditation and being consistently quality assured. 

Get in touch today to find out how we can support your project and get you the very best of barrier and fence protection for your roads.

We’ll be providing you with valuable knowledge, information and updates via our Blog page, so don’t forget to see what other blogs you can read to keep you informed on all things fencing!   

And as always, keep up to date on the state road authorities via the links below: 

NSW Roads & Traffic Authority  

VicRoads

Crash barrier systems are an ideal choice for roads, whether it be the long, winding roads or the twisting country highway.

This type of fencing solution offers ultimate protection, reducing the severity of run-off-the-road crashes. It provides premium shielding from multiple impacts and also deters and protects vehicles from off-road hazards such as trees, poles, embankments, cliff edges etc.

It’s a smart way to protect road users, and that’s why we’ve worked with clients such as the Road & Traffic Authority of NSW and Vic Roads, offering our skills and services to guarantee an experienced set up and quality workmanship.

Crash barrier systems require high-quality materials and expertise to assemble, craft and install, that’s why you should be looking for providers with quality assurance and Quality Management Systems to ensure you’re receiving the very best for your project.

With a myriad of helpful features to protect motorists and serve your project’s needs, the crash barrier systems are an excellent option to assist you in your project.

Additional Features: 

• First-rate mechanisms for optimal safety 
• Controlled performance on impact 
• Suitable for use in asphalt and concrete 
• Engineered for high impact 

If you’re in need of top-quality fencing, specifically a crash barrier system that you know will work to your high standards, contact us today for all of your safety barriers and fencing needs.

We’re the team that you can trust to craft and install the very best in the industry, every time.