dhf presents this important safety video about automatic or powered garage door hold to run safety. Please watch to understand the reasons for having a safe and fit for purpose garage door installation.
Whichever type of garage door you choose, it is essential that it is installed by a competent person who has been properly trained. Do not take the risk, ensure that your garage door is supplied and installed by a company who is a member of dhf.
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dhf launched the Garage Door training courses in 2016. Today the Level 2 Award in Safety + Level 4 Award in Legislation combined course is a condition of membership, all members of dhf who operate in Garage Doors undergo training.
The 2-day combined course is aimed at owners, managers, and supervisors who are responsible for legal compliance within their garage door companies.
Find out more about training05 December 2025
DHF is urging homeowners and installers to recognise that powered domestic garage doors should never be treated as simple 'off the shelf' products.
27 November 2025
Gateway Automation has been named the winner of the Gate and Barrier Contractor of the Year award at the 2025 Association of Fencing Industries UK Fencing Award