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Classification Phraseology as of:
9/1/2023
 
Classification Code:
6400
 
Phraseology:

FENCE CONSTRUCTION — metal or wood

Footnote:

This classification applies to the construction of metal or wood fences, including but not limited to chain link, corral-type and wrought iron fences. This classification also applies to the installation of fences constructed from synthetic materials. This classification also applies to the construction of street or road guardrails when performed by specialty contractors not engaged in street or road construction.

The construction of street or road fences or guardrails by employers engaged in street or road construction shall be classified as 5506, Street or Road Construction — paving or repaving, surfacing or resurfacing or scraping.

The installation of automatic gate openers shall be separately classified as 3724(2), Electrical Machinery or Auxiliary Apparatus.

The construction of stone, brick or concrete block fences or walls shall be classified as 5027/5028, Masonry.

The rental, delivery or set up of temporary chain-link fences shall be classified as 8028, Equipment or Machinery Rental Yards.

Industry Group/Related Classifications:
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Effective DatePure Premium RateNote
9/1/2023$4.44New/Renewal
9/1/2022$4.28New/Renewal
9/1/2021$4.82New/Renewal
Prior Phraseology and Footnote:
Shown below is the previously published phraseology and footnoteEffective Date

Phraseology: FENCE CONSTRUCTION — metal or wood

Footnote:

This classification applies to the construction of metal or wood fences, including but not limited to chain link, corral-type and wrought iron fences. This classification applies to the installation of fences constructed from synthetic materials. This classification also applies to the construction of street or road guardrails when performed by specialty contractors not engaged in street or road construction.

The construction of street or road fences and guardrails by employers engaged in street or road construction shall be classified as 5506, Street or Road Construction — paving or repaving, surfacing or resurfacing or scraping.

The installation of automatic gate openers shall be separately classified as 3724(1), Millwright Work.

The construction of stone, brick or concrete block fences or walls shall be classified as 5027/5028, Masonry.

The rental, delivery and set up of temporary chain-link fences shall be classified as 8028, Equipment or Machinery Rental Yards.

1/1/2019
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