Teach children to keep their hands and fingers clear of section joints, hinges, track, springs and other door parts. Contact with a moving door or its hardware could cause series injury. These injuries can also happen with garage doors that don't have automatic openers. When using the push button or transmitter, keep the door in sight until it completely stops moving. Teach children never to play under or near an open garage door.
Routine maintenance can prevent tragedies.
Take a few minutes to inspect and test your complete garage door system. Make monthly inspections and testing a part of your regular routine. Make garage door and garage door opener safety automatic in your home. Consult owner's manuals for additional recommended maintenance for you models of door and opener.