Fencing
RMS Pedestrian Fencing
Transport NSW R0800 series — Types 1–6. Australian steel AS3678/AS3679, certified welding AS1554, hot dip galvanised AS1214. Custom lengths for verge and median installations. Supply Australia-wide.
Types Available
6 RMS Types + Gate + Deco
Standard
Transport NSW R0800 Series
Steel Grade
AS3678 & AS3679 Australian Steel
Finish
Hot Dip Galvanised AS1214
What is RMS Pedestrian Fencing?
RMS Pedestrian Fencing (also known as RTA fencing, Transport NSW pedestrian fencing, or road safety fencing) is a steel pedestrian barrier designed to prevent pedestrians from crossing roads at uncontrolled locations. Originally designed by Roads and Maritime Services (now Transport for NSW) in the 1990s, it was crash tested in 2002, 2003 and 2018 and is assessed as suitable for posted speed zones up to 80 km/h.
The fence comprises modular panels designed to collapse as a whole panel when impacted — minimising detachment of individual elements. The staggered baluster layout allows motorists and pedestrians on opposite sides to see each other. There are six types (Types 1–6) each with the same structural function but different aesthetic profiles. All types are available in verge and median variants.
Steel Source Australia supplies RMS-compliant pedestrian fencing to councils, civil contractors, commercial fencing contractors, schools and government departments across Australia. All panels are manufactured to Transport NSW R0800 series standard drawings using 100% Australian steel (AS3678 & AS3679), certified welding (AS1554) and hot dip galvanising (AS1214).
RMS Fence Types — R0800 Series
RMS-PF-T1-V
Type 1 — Verge (R0800-15)
Flat top rail — most common type in NSW
RMS-PF-T2-V
Type 2 — Verge (R0800-17)
Four 22mm round balusters on top of every panel
RMS-PF-T3-V
Type 3 — Verge (R0800-19)
Similar profile to Type 5; gable, cross break or sphere cap options
RMS-PF-T4-V
Type 4 — Verge (R0800-21)
Decorative panel with additional ornamentation elements
RMS-PF-T5-V
Type 5 — Verge (R0800-23)
Similar profile to Type 3; cap options available
RMS-PF-T6-V
Type 6 — Verge (R0800-25)
Most ornate type; highest level of decorative detail
RMS-PF-GATE
Type 1 with Gate (R0800-15 + Gate)
Type 1 panel with integrated pedestrian access gate
RMS-PF-DECO
Decoration Panel Cover (R0800-28)
Decorative cover panel for retail and civic areas
RMS-PF-125EC
125mm Head Entrapment Compliant
125mm head entrapment compliant — NCC child safety requirement
Powder Coat Colour Options
All panels are hot dip galvanised as standard. Powder coating is available in any of the colours below — applied over the galvanised substrate. Most popular colours for roadside installations are Black Satin, Pure White, Heritage Green and Charcoal. Note: powder coating is not recommended within 1 km of marine environments.
Installation Guidance
RMS Pedestrian Fencing is not a road safety barrier and cannot be used in lieu of a road safety barrier. It should only be installed where a warrant has been established. The most effective location is on the footway — minimum 200mm clearance from the travel lane. Median installation requires a minimum median width of 1.2 metres. Fencing should not be installed closer than 1.0 metre to a traffic signal post. Confirm site requirements with your council or Transport NSW before ordering.
Industry Membership
Galvanizers Association of Australia
Steel Source Australia is a member of the Galvanizers Association of Australia (GAA) — the peak industry body for hot dip galvanizing in Australia since 1985. RMS-approved fencing products are manufactured to strict galvanising specifications, and our GAA membership ensures we can advise on coating standards, service life expectations, and compliance requirements for road and infrastructure applications.
AS/NZS 4680
Hot-dip galvanised coatings on fabricated ferrous articles. The governing standard for galvanised posts, rails, and fittings used in RMS-approved fencing systems.
GAA Technical Publications
GAA publishes design guides, inspection standards, and durability data used by engineers specifying galvanised steel for road and infrastructure projects.
E-E-A-T Technical Reference
RMS Pedestrian Fencing — Technical Specifications & Standards
Transport NSW R0800 Standard Drawing Reference
| Type | Verge Drawing | Median Drawing | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type 1 | R0800-15 | R0800-16 | Flat top rail — most common NSW type |
| Type 2 | R0800-17 | R0800-18 | Four 22mm round balusters on top of panel |
| Type 3 | R0800-19 | R0800-20 | Decorative top rail; gable/cross break/sphere cap options |
| Type 4 | R0800-21 | R0800-22 | Ornate decorative panel; heritage streetscapes |
| Type 5 | R0800-23 | R0800-24 | Similar to Type 3; cap options available |
| Type 6 | R0800-25 | R0800-26 | Most ornate; civic and heritage precincts |
| Embellishments | R0800-28 | — | Decoration panel covers for retail/civic areas |
| Post Cap | R0800-27 | — | Intermediate post cap detail |
AS3678 & AS3679
Australian structural steel standards
All RMS pedestrian fencing panels are manufactured from 100% Australian steel complying with AS3678 (hot-rolled plates and floorplates) and AS3679 (hot-rolled bars and sections). Imported steel is not used.
AS1554 Certified Welding
Structural steel welding standard
All welding is performed by qualified welders to AS1554 — the Australian standard for structural steel welding. This ensures weld integrity under impact loading and prevents panel element detachment in a vehicle impact.
AS1214 Hot Dip Galvanising
Corrosion protection standard
All panels are hot dip galvanised to AS1214 as standard. The galvanised finish is a silver colour that dulls to light grey over time. Powder coating can be applied over the galvanised substrate in any standard colour.
Staggered Baluster Layout
Sight-line design feature
The staggered layout of balusters is a deliberate design feature that allows motorists and pedestrians approaching on opposite sides of the fence to see each other — improving road safety at crossings and intersections.
Verge vs Median
Two installation positions
Each type has two variants: Verge (installed on the footway, minimum 200mm from travel lane) and Median (installed on a median strip, requires minimum 1.2m median width). Verge installation is preferred as it has the greatest potential to prevent pedestrians entering the roadway.
Crash Testing
Assessed to 80 km/h posted speed zones
The RMS Pedestrian Fence was crash tested in 2002, 2003 and 2018. It is assessed as suitable for use in posted speed zones of up to 80 km/h. It is not a road safety barrier and cannot be used in lieu of a road safety barrier.
Applicable Standards
Transport NSW R0800 Series
Pedestrian Fence Standard Drawings
R0800-15 to R0800-28 define the standard details, components and construction techniques for all six pedestrian fence types plus embellishments and post caps. All Steel Source Australia RMS fencing is manufactured to these drawings.
AS3678 & AS3679
Structural Steel — Plates, Bars & Sections
Australian standards for hot-rolled structural steel plates, floorplates, bars and sections. All steel used in RMS fencing panels must comply with these standards. Imported steel is not acceptable.
AS1554
Structural Steel Welding
Australian standard for welding of steel structures. All welding must be performed by qualified welders to AS1554 to ensure weld integrity under impact loading.
AS1214
Hot Dip Galvanised Coatings on Threaded Fasteners
Covers hot dip galvanising requirements. All RMS fencing panels are hot dip galvanised to AS1214 as standard corrosion protection.
NCC 2022
National Construction Code
NCC head entrapment requirements apply to fencing near schools, playgrounds and childcare facilities. The 125mm head entrapment compliant variant satisfies these requirements.
AS/NZS 1170.1
Structural Design Actions — Permanent, Imposed & Other
Used to determine design loads on pedestrian fencing including pedestrian crowd loads and incidental vehicle impact loads for structural adequacy assessment.
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Custom lengths, all six types, verge and median variants. Supply Australia-wide.