Automatic Gate Checklist
The purpose of this Blog is to familiarize you with your automatic gate system. It is essential that you “know your system” and that you recognize the importance of maintaining your door system in compliance with the industry standards for safety
It is your responsibility
You are owner or caretaker of the equipment, to inspect the operation of your gate system on a daily basis to ensure that it is safe for use by your customers or employees. This Blog will provide you with a description of the operation and maintenance requirements of your gate. It also provides the instructions for the Daily Safety Check. Should the door fail to operate as prescribed in the Daily Safety Check, or at any other time for any other reason, do not attempt to repair or adjust the gate. Call a qualified service technician & in case of warranty we will do it free. Our technicians are trained to service your gate in accordance with applicable industry safety standards
Types of Automatic Gates:
Semi Automatic gates:
This is a type of gate that will only operate when it receives a signal, i.e. a push button being held down from remote or wired device.
Checklist for semiautomatic Gates:
- Gate path must be clear and unobstructed.
- That pedestrians have an alternative method of entry and exit
- Clearly visible signs advising that the gate is an automated device.
- That trained operatives regularly maintain the gate and that full servicing records are kept.
- That the gate was originally manufactured and installed as an automated device and has not simply been modified to offer automation features, unless adequate safety devices are installed.
Fully Automatic gates
This is a type of gate that is activated by a device, (intercom, radio control etc) and the gate will open and close within a pre-determined time & no need for manual push or button.
Checklist for semiautomatic Gates:
- That the gate features the necessary safety devices to protect the user and other pedestrians from any potential trap points, see pictures above.
- That the gate is operating with the correct force as stated by the regulations
- That the person responsible for the gate has been trained in the safe operation of the gate and its maintenance requirement
- That pedestrians have an alternative method of entry and exit
- Clearly visible signs advising that the gate is an automated device.
- That trained operatives regularly maintain the gate and that full servicing records are kept.
The above list of safety measures is for guidance only and a site-specific risk assessment should always be carried out by professional. Krishna Enterprises create site specific Standard of process & provide to its clients after installation.
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