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Retail Store Health and Safety Audit Checklist

This checklist is designed to comprehensively evaluate and improve retail store health and safety practices, including hazard identification, emergency procedures, hygiene standards, and regulatory compliance to ensure a safe environment for employees and customers.

Retail Store Health and Safety Audit Checklist

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About This Checklist

Maintaining a safe and healthy environment in retail stores is crucial for protecting employees, customers, and the business itself. This comprehensive health and safety audit checklist is an indispensable tool for retail managers, safety officers, and compliance teams. By systematically evaluating workplace hazards, emergency procedures, hygiene practices, and regulatory compliance, this checklist helps ensure a safe shopping and working environment. Regular health and safety audits using this checklist can lead to reduced accidents, improved employee morale, enhanced customer confidence, and compliance with legal requirements.

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Industry

Retail and E-commerce

Standard

OSHA Standards

Workspaces

Retail stores

Occupations

Retail Safety Officer
Store Manager
Compliance Specialist
Risk Management Coordinator
Occupational Health and Safety Consultant
1
Are emergency procedures clearly posted and accessible to all employees?

Select the compliance status.

To ensure that all employees are aware of emergency procedures in case of an incident.
2
Are first aid kits available and fully stocked?

Indicate if first aid kits are available.

To ensure immediate assistance can be provided in case of an injury.
3
How many workplace hazard assessments have been conducted in the past year?

Enter the number of assessments conducted.

To evaluate the frequency of hazard assessments and ensure workplace safety.
Min: 0
Target: 12
Max: 365
4
Has a slip and fall risk assessment been conducted?

Select the assessment status.

To identify and mitigate risks associated with slips and falls.
5
Provide details of employee safety training sessions conducted.

Provide a summary of training sessions.

To ensure employees are adequately trained on safety protocols.
6
Is the cleanliness of the restrooms maintained according to health standards?

Select the cleanliness compliance status.

To ensure that restrooms meet hygiene standards for customer and employee safety.
7
Are food safety procedures documented and easily accessible?

Provide details about the documentation.

To verify that food safety procedures are in place and can be referred to by employees.
8
How many pest control inspections have been conducted in the last year?

Enter the number of pest control inspections conducted.

To assess the frequency of pest control measures to maintain hygiene.
Min: 0
Target: 4
Max: 52
9
Do employees consistently follow sanitization practices?

Indicate if employees follow sanitization practices.

To ensure employees are adhering to hygiene protocols to prevent contamination.
10
Describe the adherence to the cleaning schedule for the store.

Provide details about the cleaning schedule compliance.

To ensure that the store is cleaned regularly and according to schedule.
11
Is personal protective equipment (PPE) readily available for employees?

Select the availability status of PPE.

To ensure that employees have access to necessary PPE to perform their duties safely.
12
Have all employees completed safety training?

Indicate if all employees have completed safety training.

To confirm that all employees are trained on safety protocols.
13
How many incident reports have been filed in the last year?

Enter the number of incident reports filed.

To monitor the frequency of workplace incidents and improve safety measures.
Min: 0
Target: 5
Max: 100
14
How often are emergency drills conducted?

Select the frequency of emergency drills.

To ensure that employees are regularly trained for emergency situations.
15
What suggestions do you have for improving workplace safety?

Provide your suggestions for improving safety.

To gather feedback from employees on potential safety improvements.
16
Are fire extinguishers easily accessible and properly marked?

Select the accessibility status of fire extinguishers.

To ensure that fire extinguishers can be quickly reached in case of an emergency.
17
Are smoke detectors operational and tested regularly?

Indicate if smoke detectors are operational.

To confirm that smoke detectors are functioning and reduce fire risks.
18
How many fire drills have been conducted in the past year?

Enter the number of fire drills conducted.

To assess the preparedness of employees in response to fire emergencies.
Min: 0
Target: 2
Max: 12
19
Describe the visibility and accessibility of the evacuation plan.

Provide details about the evacuation plan's visibility.

To ensure that the evacuation plan is visible to all employees and customers.
20
Have all employees completed fire safety training?

Select the training completion status.

To ensure that employees are educated on fire safety protocols.
21
Are crowd control measures in place during peak hours?

Select the status of crowd control measures.

To ensure customer safety and prevent overcrowding issues.
22
Are emergency exits clearly marked and unobstructed?

Indicate if emergency exits are properly marked.

To ensure customers can easily find exits in case of an emergency.
23
How many customer incident reports have been filed in the past year?

Enter the number of customer incident reports filed.

To monitor and address safety concerns raised by customers.
Min: 0
Target: 3
Max: 50
24
Describe the adequacy of safety signage throughout the store.

Provide details about safety signage.

To ensure that safety information is clearly communicated to customers.
25
Have customers provided feedback regarding safety measures?

Select the feedback status.

To gather insights from customers about the effectiveness of safety measures.

FAQs

Health and safety audits should be conducted regularly, typically on a quarterly basis. However, certain high-risk areas or processes may require more frequent inspections, and additional audits should be performed after any significant changes to store layout or operations.

A comprehensive health and safety audit evaluates fire safety measures, emergency exits and procedures, first aid provisions, ergonomics, slip and trip hazards, electrical safety, storage practices, hygiene standards, personal protective equipment usage, and employee safety training.

Health and safety audits should be conducted by trained safety officers, store managers with safety certifications, or external health and safety consultants. Involving both internal staff and external experts can provide a balanced and thorough assessment.

Technology can assist in health and safety audits through mobile apps for real-time data collection and photo documentation, digital checklists for consistent assessments, incident reporting systems, and analytics tools to track safety trends and identify areas for improvement.

After completing the audit, create a detailed report highlighting identified hazards and non-compliance issues. Develop an action plan to address these issues, prioritizing based on risk level. Implement necessary changes, provide additional safety training to staff, and schedule follow-up assessments to ensure corrective actions have been effectively implemented.

Benefits

Identifies potential health and safety hazards before they cause incidents

Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations

Reduces the risk of workplace accidents and associated costs

Improves employee morale and productivity through a safer work environment

Enhances customer confidence and store reputation