Store Safety Checklist-Covid

1. Store Entrance

• Hand Sanitizer Station
  • Ensure a hand sanitizer station is available and stocked at the entrance.
• Signage
  • Confirm posting of signs reminding customers and staff of mask requirements, social distancing, and hygiene practices.
• Temperature Check (if required)
  • Verify conducting of temperature checks for customers and staff, if applicable.

2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Staff PPE
  • Check that all staff members are wearing masks and other PPE as required (gloves, face shields, etc.).
• Customer Masks
  • Ensure customers are wearing masks, with exceptions for those who are medically exempt, in accordance with local guidelines.
• PPE Stock
  • Confirm that there is an adequate supply of masks, gloves, and other PPE available for staff and customers if needed.

3. Social Distancing

• Floor Markings
  • Check that floor markings are in place to guide customers on maintaining a safe distance (e.g., at checkout lines, entry points).
• Capacity Limits
  • Ensure that the store is monitoring and adhering to the capacity limits as per local regulations.
• Physical Barriers
  • Verify for proper installation and maintenance of physical barriers, such as plexiglass at checkout counters.

4. Sanitation and Cleaning

• Cleaning Schedule
  • Review the cleaning schedule to ensure frequent sanitation of high-touch surfaces (e.g., door handles, checkout counters, shopping carts).
• Sanitization Products
  • Confirm that disinfectants and cleaning products used are effective against COVID-19.
• Restrooms
  • Ensure that restrooms are cleaned and sanitized regularly, and stocked with soap, hand sanitizer, and paper towels.

5. Employee Health and Safety

• Health Screenings
  • Verify that daily health screenings are being conducted for all employees before their shifts.
• Sick Policy
  • Ensure that there is a clear policy for employees to stay home if they exhibit symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the virus.
• Break Room
  • Check that break rooms are arranged to maintain social distancing and are regularly sanitized.
• Employee Training
  • Confirm that staff are trained on COVID-19 protocols, including the proper use of PPE, sanitization, and how to handle potentially sick customers or coworkers.

6. Customer Interaction

• Contactless Payment
  • Ensure that contactless payment options are available and encouraged.
• Customer Flow
  • Verify that the store layout allows for a one-way flow of customer traffic, reducing the chance of close contact.
• Handling of Returns
  • Confirm that procedures are in place for safely handling returns, such as sanitizing returned items or setting them aside for a quarantine period.

7. Communication and Signage

• COVID-19 Updates
  • Check that the latest COVID-19 guidelines and updates are communicated to both staff and customers through signage, emails, or announcements.
• Emergency Contacts
  • Ensure that emergency contact numbers and procedures for reporting COVID-19 cases are easily accessible to staff.
• Staff Meetings
  • Verify that staff meetings are conducted virtually or in a manner that maintains social distancing.

8. Ventilation

• HVAC System
  • Ensure that the HVAC system is functioning correctly and that filters are replaced regularly.
• Ventilation Practices
  • Confirm that windows and doors are opened when possible to increase natural ventilation.

9. Incident Response

• Isolation Area
  • Check that there is a designated isolation area for staff or customers who exhibit COVID-19 symptoms while in the store.
• Response Plan
  • Ensure that a clear plan is in place for responding to a confirmed COVID-19 case, including notification, cleaning, and contact tracing procedures.

10. Overall Compliance

• Local Guidelines
  • Verify that all local, state, and federal COVID-19 guidelines are being followed, including any specific to your industry.
• Regular Audits
  • Schedule regular audits using eAuditor to ensure ongoing compliance with safety measures.

Implementation in eAuditor Audits & Inspection

• Custom Fields: Each checklist item can be added as a custom field in eAuditor Audits & Inspection, allowing inspectors to mark tasks as compliant, non-compliant, or not applicable.
• Notes Section: Include a notes section where inspectors can add comments or observations about the safety measures in place.
• Photo Attachments: Allow photo uploads for documentation of compliance or to highlight areas that need attention.
• Scoring System: Implement a scoring system to assess overall safety compliance and identify areas needing improvement.
• Signatures: Include fields for signatures to confirm the inspection was completed and reviewed.