Retail Cleaning Checklist

Creating a Retail Cleaning Checklist using eAuditor Audits & Inspections ensures that your store stays clean, safe, and presentable for customers. Here’s a comprehensive template you can set up in eAuditor Audits & Inspections to cover daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning tasks across all areas of the store.

Retail Cleaning Checklist Template

1. Storefront and Entryway

Objective: Ensure the store entrance is clean and welcoming.

• Exterior Cleaning
  • Are the windows clean and streak-free?
  • Is the door and entrance free from dirt, smudges, or debris?
  • Is the entrance area (steps, sidewalk) free of trash?
  • Are outdoor trash bins empty and clean?
• Signage
  • Are store signs clean and in good condition?
  • Is outdoor lighting working properly and clean (light fixtures, signage)?

2. Sales Floor

Objective: Maintain cleanliness and organization on the shop floor.

• Floor Cleaning
  • Are the floors swept or vacuumed?
  • Are the floors mopped or polished (if necessary)?
  • Is floor free from any spill?
• Shelves and Displays
  • Are shelves free of dirt or clutter?
  • Are display units wiped down and sanitized?
  • Have products been neatly organized with no misplaced items?
• Trash and Bins
  • Are trash cans empty with new liners?
  • Are trash bins clean and odor-free?

3. Dressing Rooms/Fitting Areas

Objective: Ensure fitting areas are clean and tidy for customers.

• Room Cleanliness
  • Are fitting rooms floors clean?
  • Have employees cleaned mirrors and are mirrors streak-free?
  • Are fitting room benches or seating areas clean?
• Organization
  • Is hangers organization neat and are hangers available?
  • Is there no abandoned merchandise in the fitting rooms?

4. Cash Register and Checkout Area

Objective: Keep high-traffic areas clean and organized.

• Counters and POS Equipment
  • Are checkout counters clean?
  • Are POS terminals (keypads, screens) clean?
  • Is the counter free of clutter?
• Trash and Paperwork
  • Is trash removed and disposed of?
  • Does retail location organize paper receipts, flyers, or brochures neatly?
• Sanitization
  • Are sanitization supplies (hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes) available?

5. Stock Room/Back Room

Objective: Ensure storage areas are clean, organized, and safe.

• Floor Cleaning
  • Are floors swept and free of dust, dirt, or debris?
  • Does retail location address spills or hazards in the stock room immediately?
• Shelves and Inventory
  • Are shelves in the stockroom free of dust?
  • Is inventory accessible?
• Trash and Recycling
  • Does retail location break down and recycle cardboard boxes properly?
  • Are trash cans empty with clean liners?

6. Restrooms (Staff and Customer)

Objective: Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in restrooms.

• General Cleanliness
  • Are floors clean?
  • Does retail location maintain clean sinks and disinfect sinks, countertops, and mirrors?
  • Are toilets clean and free of stains?
• Restocking
  • Are soap dispensers full and working?
  • Are paper towels or hand dryers operational?
  • Is toilet paper available in all stalls?
• Trash Removal
  • Are restroom trash bins emptied and liners replaced?

7. Office/Staff Areas

Objective: Keep non-customer areas clean and functional.

• Floor and Surface Cleaning
  • Are office floors vacuumed or swept?
  • Are desks and workstations clean and free from dust?
  • Does retail location sanitize phones, keyboards, and other high-touch areas?
• Trash and Organization
  • Is trash removed from office and staff areas?
  • Are desks and workspaces organized?

8. High-Traffic Touch Points

Objective: Ensure high-touch areas are frequently cleaned and disinfected to maintain hygiene.

• Are door handles and knobs wiped down and sanitized?
• Are light switches clean?
• Does retail location clean and disinfect escalator or stair railings?
• Are shopping baskets or carts clean?

9. Weekly and Deep Cleaning Tasks

Objective: Schedule weekly and monthly cleaning tasks for more detailed attention to specific areas.

• Weekly Tasks
  • Deep clean floors (steam clean carpets or scrub hard floors).
  • Dust all vents, lighting fixtures, and ceiling corners.
  • Clean behind and underneath furniture, shelves, or fixtures.
• Monthly Tasks
  • Clean and polish windows and glass doors.
  • Check and clean air conditioning or heating vents.
  • Perform a deep clean of the stockroom or storage areas.

Customization and Implementation of Retail Cleaning Checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections

Here’s how to implement Retail Cleaning Checklist in eAuditor Audits & Inspections:

1. Create or use existing Retail Cleaning Checklist Template in eAuditor Audits & Inspections:
   • Open eAuditor Audits & Inspection’s template builder and create sections for each area of the store (Storefront, Sales Floor, etc.).
   • Add relevant checkboxes, text fields, and photo attachment options for each task.
   • Include Yes/No fields with conditional logic (e.g., if a task is not completed, add a comment or assign a corrective action).
2. Assign Frequency:
   • Assign each section a frequency (e.g., Daily, Weekly, or Monthly) to ensure tasks are completed on time.
   • You can create separate checklists for daily and deep cleaning tasks or consolidate them into one checklist.
3. Schedule Recurring Inspections:
   • Set up automatic schedules for the cleaning checklist, ensuring staff members are notified when it’s time to perform the daily or weekly cleaning.
4. Mobile Access for Real-Time Updates:
   • Enable cleaning staff to complete the checklist on mobile devices while on the job, making it easy to document their progress and mark items as completed.
5. Reports and Analytics:
   • eAuditor Audits & Inspections will automatically generate reports after each checklist is completed.
   • Use the reports to track overall cleanliness trends and identify recurring problem areas or improvement opportunities.

By following this Retail Cleaning Checklist template using eAuditor Audits & Inspections, you can ensure consistent cleaning standards, maintain a safe and hygienic environment for customers and employees, and streamline your cleaning operations efficiently.