Assistant Store Manager Opening Walk Inspection

Opening walk inspection for assistant store managers to document facility condition, identify safety hazards, verify department readiness, confirm staffing count, and log escalations before store opening.

Inspection Details

• Inspection date and time recorded
• Store location identified
• Assistant store manager name
• Opening walk completed before customer entry

Facility Condition and Safety Hazards

• Entrances, exits, and main aisles are clear and unobstructed
• Floors are dry and free of slip, trip, and fall hazards
• Spills, debris, and damaged flooring are identified and addressed
• Lighting is adequate in sales floor, stockroom, and entry areas
• No exposed cords, damaged outlets, or obvious electrical hazards observed
• Emergency exits and egress routes are unobstructed and accessible

Fire, Life-Safety, and Emergency Readiness

• Fire extinguishers are present, mounted, and accessible
• Emergency exit signage is visible and illuminated where required
• First aid kit is stocked and accessible
• Any active safety or fire-life-safety issue has been escalated

Department Readiness

• Sales floor merchandising is presentable and stocked to opening standard
• Backroom and stock areas are organized and safe to access
• Point-of-sale stations are powered on and operational
• Department-specific opening issues identified

Staffing Count and Coverage

• Scheduled opening staff present
• Expected opening staff count
• Coverage gaps identified

Escalation Log

• Escalation required
• Escalation category
• Escalation details and owner