Understanding Woven Wire Fencing Hazards

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Learn about woven wire fencing, specifically the 'fixed knot' type (e.g., '13-48-12' standard). The number '13' signifies 13 horizontal line wires, '48' indicates the fence is 48 inches (4 feet) high, and '12' refers to the 12-inch spacing between the vertical 'stay wires'. Crucially, observe how the spacing between the horizontal wires widens from the bottom to the top of the fence. This design, intended to allow smaller animals like goats or sheep to graze through the fence without escaping, poses a significant entrapment hazard. Animals, particularly those with horns or hooves, can get their heads or limbs caught, leading to severe injury or death, especially if they panic or try to jump over.

Goal: Identify the characteristics and inherent dangers of woven wire fencing, particularly for animals.