Every parent wants to keep their kids safe, and safety becomes even more important if you have a home elevator. Children tend to be naturally curious, and they love to touch the new objects in their environment. Imagine how interesting and novel an elevator looks to a small child who’s often climbing in and out of boxes. At Mobility123, we provide elevators for NJ homes, with a goal of exceeding customer expectations regarding both safety and quality. Take a look at these safety tips to help keep your kids out of harm’s way!
1. Establish Guidelines
One of the first steps you need to take after you install a home elevator is to discuss its safety with your children. Help them understand that it’s not safe to play either inside or near the elevator. You may want to explain to them that running near the elevator also increases the risk of them getting injured. Show your child exactly how the elevator works, and explain that they should never run through the doors as they’re opening. Kids love buttons, so you’ll want to remind them not to press them all at once when they’re inside.
2. Notice Your Surroundings
Unfortunately, home accidents always seem to happen when you’re not looking. If your child ever needs to be in the elevator, be sure that you always ride with them. Allowing them to ride alone increases the chance of an accident occurring. When your child grows older and becomes more responsible, you can return to the home safety discussion and explain how to ride in the elevator alone safely.
3. Take Measurements
At Mobility123, we advise that you measure the gap between the back of the landing door and the entrance gate. Generally, elevator code allows for a maximum of 5”, but many children, especially very young ones, can potentially to get hurt by going over the gap. If necessary, you can install a space gap that will eliminate the opening between the door and the gate.
4. Install an Emergency Phone
Another way to ensure that your kids stay safe in your home is to install an emergency phone. In the event that somebody gets stuck inside the elevator, you can get help quickly to prevent a serious injury. Check your phone periodically to make sure that it can always dial out, as well.
To learn more about our home elevators and stairlifts in Philadelphia, call Mobility123 today at 609-248-9272.
