Why Safety Matters
A typical garage door weighs 100-400 pounds and moves at 6-8 inches per second. That's enough to cause serious injury or property damage. Understanding garage door safety protects what matters most.
Auto-Reverse Feature
Modern garage doors have safety sensors that detect obstructions. If something breaks the infrared beam, the door reverses immediately. Test this monthly by placing a piece of wood in the door's path.
Manual Release
Know where your emergency release is. In case of power outages or emergencies, you can disconnect the opener and operate the door manually.
Keep Remote Secure
Don't leave garage door remotes in visible places in your car. Consider a keychain remote instead of a visor clip.
Supervise Children
Teach kids that garage doors are not toys. Never let them play under a moving door or touch the springs and cables.