Checklist template

Power tool and outdoor equipment display

A ready-to-use checklist with 118 items in 6 sections, covering Display units, Demonstration, Pricing, Security, Accessories, Condition. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 6 Sections
  • 118 Items
  • 103 Yes / No checks
  • 6 Scored ratings
  • 133 Points

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1. Display units 21 items

  1. One display unit of each cordless drill, impact driver and circular saw on the planogram is mounted on the tool wall Yes / No 1 pt
  2. Cordless tools are grouped by brand and battery platform Yes / No 1 pt
  3. Display tools are mounted at the height shown on the planogram, within reach of the handle Yes / No 1 pt
  4. Miter saws, table saws and drill presses are displayed assembled on the stand or shelf assigned to them Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Miter saws on display have the blade guard fitted Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Miter saws on display have the head locked down Yes / No 1 pt
  7. Table saws on display have the riving knife, guard and fence fitted Yes / No 1 pt
  8. Walk-behind mowers are displayed with the handle unfolded and the grass bag attached Yes / No 1 pt
  9. Riding and zero-turn mowers stand on the pad shown on the floor plan Yes / No 1 pt
  10. String trimmers, blowers and hedge trimmers hang on the vendor rack assigned to their brand Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Chainsaws are displayed with the bar scabbard on Yes / No 1 pt
  12. Gas equipment on display contains no fuel and no oil Yes / No 1 pt
  13. Pressure washers and portable generators are displayed with wheels and handle fitted Yes / No 1 pt
  14. In season, snow throwers are displayed assembled with the chute fitted Yes / No 1 pt
  15. Every display unit is a model the store currently sells Yes / No 1 pt
  16. Models launched this period were on display by their launch date Yes / No 1 pt
  17. Combo kits are shown with the tools visible or the kit contents listed at the display Yes / No 1 pt
  18. Each battery platform display shows the battery sizes (Ah) and the chargers available Yes / No 1 pt
  19. Tool chests and rolling cabinets are displayed with drawers that slide and latch Yes / No 1 pt
  20. Number of display positions on the planogram that are empty Number
  21. Completeness of tool and equipment displays Rating
    • Every planned unit displayed 5 pts
    • A few units missing 3 pts
    • Many positions empty or holding discontinued models 1 pt

2. Demonstration 21 items

  1. The try-me stations shown on the plan are powered and working Yes / No 1 pt
  2. Number of demonstration stations not working Number
  3. Demonstration tools had a charged battery when the store opened Yes / No 1 pt
  4. A named employee swaps or charges demonstration batteries each day Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Try-me drills are fitted with the blunt demonstration bit or bit holder the vendor specifies Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Saws and grinders on display cannot be run under power, by a disabled trigger or dummy battery Yes / No 1 pt
  7. The driving board for impact drivers is stocked with screws and a fresh block of wood Yes / No 1 pt
  8. Safety glasses are available at the try-me station Yes / No 1 pt
  9. A sign at the station states that children may not operate the tools Yes / No 1 pt
  10. Demonstration tools are marked as demo units so they cannot be sold or returned as new Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Vendor demonstration days for this month are on the store calendar Yes / No 1 pt
  12. The area marked for vendor demonstrations is clear of stock, sawdust and offcuts Yes / No 1 pt
  13. Employees asked state that gas engines are never started inside the store Yes / No 1 pt
  14. Battery-powered blowers and trimmers are run only in the designated demonstration area Yes / No 1 pt
  15. An employee in the department could explain the difference between brushed and brushless motors Yes / No 1 pt
  16. An employee in the department could say which batteries fit which tools of a platform Yes / No 1 pt
  17. An employee could recommend a mower from the yard-size selection chart Yes / No 1 pt
  18. Tool department employees have completed this season's product knowledge training, shown by records Yes / No 1 pt
  19. Video screens on vendor displays play current content Yes / No 1 pt
  20. The sound of video displays is set so that a conversation at the display is possible Yes / No 1 pt
  21. Readiness of demonstrations Rating
    • Stations working and employees knowledgeable 5 pts
    • Stations working, knowledge uneven 3 pts
    • Stations not working 1 pt

3. Pricing 19 items

  1. Each display tool has a label with its model number and price Yes / No 1 pt
  2. The label states whether the price is for the bare tool or the kit Yes / No 1 pt
  3. Labels of corded tools give the amperage rating Yes / No 1 pt
  4. The label gives the bay or bin where boxed stock is found Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Outdoor equipment tags give the engine size or battery voltage Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Mower tags give the cutting width in in and cm Yes / No 1 pt
  7. Riding mower tags state the delivery and setup fees Yes / No 1 pt
  8. The price of the protection plan is shown on equipment for which the store sells one Yes / No 1 pt
  9. Signs for free-battery or bonus-tool offers show the dates and the qualifying items Yes / No 1 pt
  10. One bonus offer tested at a register applied without a manual override Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Ten tools scanned at a register rang at the price on their display label Yes / No 1 pt
  12. Number of scan mismatches found Number
  13. Number of display units without a price label Number
  14. Financing tags appear on equipment that qualifies under the company program Yes / No 1 pt
  15. Display models sold on clearance carry an as-is tag with a manager-approved price Yes / No 1 pt
  16. Price labels of items in locked cases can be read through the glass Yes / No 1 pt
  17. Each trimmer, blower and chainsaw on a vendor rack has its own price tag Yes / No 1 pt
  18. Trade-in or rebate details are posted beside the models that qualify Yes / No 1 pt
  19. Pricing information at the displays Rating
    • Complete and accurate 5 pts
    • Some labels incomplete 3 pts
    • Many labels missing or wrong 1 pt

4. Security 18 items

  1. Display tools are held by a cable, tether or security bracket Yes / No 1 pt
  2. Tethers are long enough for the customer to lift and grip the tool Yes / No 1 pt
  3. An alarmed display sensor tested during the visit sounded when the tool was detached Yes / No 1 pt
  4. Batteries on display tools are locked to the tool or are dummy packs Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Display models handled by customers are back on their bracket or tether, not left loose on the shelf below Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Boxed kits on open shelves carry the security wrap or keeper the plan specifies Yes / No 1 pt
  7. Bits and blades fitted to display tools are fixed so they cannot be removed Yes / No 1 pt
  8. The call button at the locked case works Yes / No 1 pt
  9. Minutes for an employee to answer the call button during the visit Number
  10. An employee on shift in the department carries the case key Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Walk-behind mowers, pressure washers and generators displayed on the floor are cable-locked to a floor anchor or fixture Yes / No 1 pt
  12. Riding mowers displayed outside are chained or brought inside at closing Yes / No 1 pt
  13. Keys of riding mowers and generators are kept in the office key cabinet Yes / No 1 pt
  14. Ticket cards replace the product on the shelf for items held in the lock-up Yes / No 1 pt
  15. Display tools are checked against the display list each week Yes / No 1 pt
  16. Display units missing at the last weekly check were reported to the manager Yes / No 1 pt
  17. Security devices do not cover the price label, the grip or the trigger of the tool Yes / No 1 pt
  18. Security of the displays Rating
    • All display units secured and customer access easy 5 pts
    • Secured but slow or awkward for customers 3 pts
    • Units unsecured or missing 1 pt

5. Accessories 18 items

  1. Batteries and chargers of each platform are stocked beside that platform's tools Yes / No 1 pt
  2. Circular and miter saw blades are sorted by diameter (in and mm) and tooth count Yes / No 1 pt
  3. Drill and driver bit sets hang in the bay next to the drills Yes / No 1 pt
  4. Sanding discs and sheets are sorted by grit Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Jigsaw and reciprocating saw blades are sorted by material cut Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Oscillating tool blades are grouped by fitting type, with a fit chart Yes / No 1 pt
  7. Trimmer line is sorted by diameter, with a chart matching line to trimmer model Yes / No 1 pt
  8. Mower blades, belts, air filters and spark plugs have a cross-reference guide by mower model Yes / No 1 pt
  9. Replacement chains and bars are stocked with a lookup chart by chainsaw model Yes / No 1 pt
  10. Bar and chain oil is stocked beside the chainsaws Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Two-cycle oil, fuel stabilizer and approved fuel cans are stocked beside the gas equipment Yes / No 1 pt
  12. Pressure washer hoses, nozzles and detergents are stocked beside the pressure washers Yes / No 1 pt
  13. Generator cords, covers and transfer switch kits are stocked beside the generators Yes / No 1 pt
  14. Safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves and chainsaw chaps are cross-merchandised at the displays Yes / No 1 pt
  15. The vendor's accessory fitment guide is the current year's edition Yes / No 1 pt
  16. Ten top-selling accessories checked are all in stock Yes / No 1 pt
  17. Number of empty accessory hooks counted Number
  18. Accessory presentation Rating
    • Complete, sorted and easy to match to the tool 5 pts
    • Stocked but hard to match 3 pts
    • Many accessories missing 1 pt

6. Condition 21 items

  1. Display tools are free of sawdust, grease and sticker residue Yes / No 1 pt
  2. Display tools have all guards, handles, chucks and knobs Yes / No 1 pt
  3. A replacement was requested for each damaged display tool Yes / No 1 pt
  4. Mounting boards and brackets are tight, with no loose screws Yes / No 1 pt
  5. Tether cables are free of fraying and exposed wire Yes / No 1 pt
  6. Tires of displayed mowers and wheeled equipment are inflated Yes / No 1 pt
  7. Equipment on ramps or raised platforms is chocked Yes / No 1 pt
  8. Raised display platforms do not rock or shift Yes / No 1 pt
  9. Edges of raised display platforms are marked in a contrasting color Yes / No 1 pt
  10. The floor under gas equipment is free of oil and fuel drips Yes / No 1 pt
  11. Brand header panels are lit and undamaged Yes / No 1 pt
  12. Vendor racks have no broken arms or missing clips Yes / No 1 pt
  13. Boxed stock under the displays is stacked with labels facing out Yes / No 1 pt
  14. Resealed returns among the boxed stock are labeled as open-box Yes / No 1 pt
  15. Blades on display saws are covered or replaced by a demonstration blade Yes / No 1 pt
  16. Display units that were sold have been replaced within the time set by company policy Yes / No 1 pt
  17. Displays are cleaned weekly, shown by the cleaning log Yes / No 1 pt
  18. Date of the last vendor representative visit to the tool displays Date
  19. Brand or display that needs repair or parts Short text
  20. Overall condition of tool and equipment displays Rating
    • Excellent 5 pts
    • Good 4 pts
    • Fair 3 pts
    • Poor 1 pt
  21. Comments and corrective actions Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the Bindy template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In Bindy you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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