Inspect contact points
Remove the garment and look closely at shoulder ends, the lower bar, clips, hook connections, and any open edge. Use good lighting and rotate the hanger so you can see chipped coating or a projecting joint. Do not run bare fingers along a suspected sharp edge. A clean scrap of fabric can help reveal a catch during gentle handling, but it is not a substitute for checking visible damage.
Respond to damage
If you find a burr, crack, rough weld, exposed clip spring, or peeling finish, move the hanger out of active storage. Avoid covering the defect with an improvised repair that could loosen, leave adhesive, or hide a worsening problem. Ask the maker about a suitable repair or replacement if the item is valuable or under warranty. Check nearby rail hardware too, since a snag may originate from a screw or bracket rather than the hanger. Keep delicate garments away from the suspect area until it is resolved.
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