Checklist template

Store Exterior

A ready-to-use checklist with 57 items in 8 sections, covering Around the Building, Parking Lot, Stairs, Exits / Fire Safety, Grounds, Storage Shed and more. Use it as-is in Bindy, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 57 Items
  • 57 Yes / No checks

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1. Around the Building 7 items

  1. Address sign or number is easily visible from the street? Yes / No
  2. Garbage containers are emptied on a regular basis and in good repair? Yes / No
  3. Waste is stored in appropriate waste or recycling storage areas? Yes / No
  4. Property is kept clear of litter, combustibles, hazardous materials, old batteries, etc? Yes / No
  5. Security system is working properly? Yes / No
  6. If present, are smoking areas clean? Yes / No
  7. Is an appropriate cigarette butt receptacle available? Yes / No

2. Parking Lot 5 items

  1. Are appropriate signs posted (e.g., no parking in fire routes, etc.)? Yes / No
  2. Parking areas are free from trip hazards (e.g., no potholes, cracks, etc.)? Yes / No
  3. Lighting is adequate in the area and walkways at night? Yes / No
  4. Is the parking lot kept free of debris? Yes / No
  5. In winter, is the parking lot free from ice and snow? Yes / No

3. Stairs 5 items

  1. Are stairs, stairwells, and landings kept clear and unobstructed? Yes / No
  2. In winter, are stairs, stairwells, and landings kept clear from ice and snow? Yes / No
  3. Stairways are adequately lit? Yes / No
  4. Stairs, treads, handrails, and any guards are secure and in good condition? Yes / No
  5. Do treads and landings have non-skid surfaces and they are in good condition? Yes / No

4. Exits / Fire Safety 10 items

  1. Are all emergency exits, exit doors, landings, and steps from the building well marked, unblocked, and kept in good condition? Yes / No
  2. Exits kept free from ice and snow during the winter? Yes / No
  3. In winter, is the roof area over the exits free of falling ice and snow hazards? Yes / No
  4. Are exit doors, landings, and steps well lit? Are the lights over the exit doors working and in good repair? Yes / No
  5. In winter, is the access ramp clear of ice and snow, and is there good traction? Yes / No
  6. Can the building be easily accessed by the fire department? Are fire lanes accessible and posted? Yes / No
  7. Are the fire department hose connections kept clear, accessible and have caps? Yes / No
  8. Is the electrical service entrance area clear of trees and branches? Yes / No
  9. Are all electrical wires out of reach of the public? Yes / No
  10. Does the chimney (if present) appear in good repair with the correct clearances? Yes / No

5. Grounds 9 items

  1. Are walkways clear and in good condition? Are there any holes or trip hazards on grounds where workers/public may walk? Yes / No
  2. In winter, are ice and snow cleared promptly from walkways? Yes / No
  3. Is security lighting functioning properly? Yes / No
  4. Are exit routes (from the grounds) well marked, and kept clear and unobstructed? Yes / No
  5. Is fencing is in good condition? Yes / No
  6. Any outdoor machinery is in good repair? Yes / No
  7. Are workers using machinery properly trained? Yes / No
  8. Workers have adequate protection from the elements (sun, cold)? Yes / No
  9. Do workers who require Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) know how to use it properly? Yes / No

6. Storage Shed 8 items

  1. Hazardous products are adequately stored and labeled? Yes / No
  2. Are incompatible materials stored separately? Yes / No
  3. Shed or area is secured and access limited? Yes / No
  4. Is there any sign of leaks or spills? Yes / No
  5. Are “No Smoking” signs posted when flammable products are stored? Yes / No
  6. Is the storage area protected from exposure to heat, moisture, vibration, flame, etc. as appropriate for the products stored? Yes / No
  7. Equipment and machinery are in good condition? Yes / No
  8. Are any required PPE available to workers and they have clear instructions? Yes / No

7. Loading Area 6 items

  1. If required, are pedestrian walkways clearly marked? Yes / No
  2. Are vehicles and/or loads secured from accidental movement? Yes / No
  3. Is the area kept free of obstructions or debris? Yes / No
  4. Are any lifting devices, racking systems, etc. in good condition? Yes / No
  5. If required, are machine guards in place? Yes / No
  6. Visually, does it look like material handling and manual material handling procedures are being followed? Yes / No

8. Signage 7 items

  1. Signage is clearly visible to passing pedestrian and car traffic? Yes / No
  2. Is signage current and in good repair? Yes / No
  3. Someone is responsible for keeping signage/exterior clean? Yes / No
  4. Signage is well lit? Yes / No
  5. Is signage free from burnt out lightbulbs? Yes / No
  6. Are store hours up to date and visible? Yes / No
  7. Parking signage and direction are present? Yes / No

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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