A new video has been launched by the Door & Hardware Federation to explain the safety implications of the ‘hold-to-run’ feature of garage doors.
The six-minute video explains the issues surrounding the understanding of hold-to-run, as far as safety is concerned, and shows that the opening and closing of the door are not the sole considerations. For example, if the door is above a certain weight, or if the door opens onto a public highway, additional safety features are required.
With DHF’s Garage Door Group being consumer-facing, the organisation believes it is vital to raise awareness of the overall safety features of the domestic garage door.
“Our video focuses on the hold-to-run feature associated with roller garage doors and very clearly highlights the importance of considering safety (as well as aesthetics and cost) when choosing a new garage door,” said head of commercial operations, Patricia Sowsbery-Stevens.
“It’s important to note that an automated garage door is, in fact, a machine and should be treated as such if injuries to people and pets are to be avoided.”
She continued: “We have been particularly concerned that some providers who are not DHF members, have been selling illegal products and offering safety as an additional feature instead of as standard. A DHF member will always put safety first and DHF remains committed to placing only safe, compliant products on the market that are fit for purpose. Our advice to the consumer is this: please check what safety devices are applied as standard when purchasing an automated domestic garage door, and speak to a DHF member ahead of purchase, should you require guidance on safety and installation.”
The video can be viewed at: https://bit.ly/3n4uwdz
