Homeowners' Training

Operation & Safety

Hall Door To Car Gate Clearances

It is extremely important to ensure your elevator complies with the hall door to car gate clearances. Small children have the potential to become entrapped between the hall door and car gate. If the landing door fully closes with a child trapped between it and the gate, the elevator can be operated and there is potential for very serious injuries or fatalities. If you are unsure how to check these clearances or unsure if your elevator complies with the code it was installed to, you can request a reputable elevator contractor review this with you.