Catalytic Converter High-Theft SKU Lock-Up Audit

Inspection template for verifying catalytic converters and other high-theft SKUs are secured in the locked back-stock cage, with controlled access, sign-out logging, and recorded sales reconciliation.

Inspection Details

• Store or location identified
  Record the store number, department, or location being inspected.
• Inspection date and time recorded
  Capture the date and time the audit was completed.
• Inspector name and signature completed
  Inspector must sign to confirm findings and accountability.
• Audit scope includes catalytic converters and other high-theft SKUs
  Confirm the audit covers catalytic converters and any other designated high-theft SKUs at this location.

Locked Storage and Physical Security

• High-theft SKUs stored in locked back-stock cage or approved secured area
  Verify catalytic converters and other high-theft SKUs are physically stored in the locked back-stock cage or an equivalent approved secured enclosure.
• Cage, door, and lock show no visible damage or tampering
  Inspect the cage, hinges, latch, padlock, and surrounding structure for damage, prying, or signs of tampering.
• Secured area remains closed and locked when not actively accessed
  Confirm the cage is not left open during normal operations and is locked immediately after access is complete.
• High-theft SKUs are not staged in unsecured aisles, counters, or open pallets
  Verify no catalytic converters or other designated high-theft SKUs are left outside the secured cage in public or easily accessible areas.

Access Control and Sign-Out Log

• Access to secured cage is limited to authorized associates
  Confirm only authorized personnel have access to the key, code, or lock mechanism for the secured storage area.
• Key, code, or access device is controlled and not left unattended
  Verify the key, code card, or other access device is controlled per policy and not left in an unsecured location.
• Sign-out log is present and being used for each cage access
  Confirm a log is maintained for each access event, including date, time, associate name, and reason for access.
• Recent log entries are complete and legible
  Review recent entries for completeness, legibility, and consistency with actual access activity.

Inventory and Sales Reconciliation

• On-hand count matches the secured inventory record
  Count catalytic converters and other high-theft SKUs in the cage and compare to the recorded on-hand quantity.
• Recorded sales match inventory movement for the review period
  Verify sales records, transfers, and adjustments reconcile to the items removed from secured storage during the audit period.
• Any discrepancies are documented with variance explanation
  Document any overage, shortage, missing item, or unexplained movement and note the cause if known.
• Exception review completed for missing or unaccounted items
  Confirm a follow-up review has been initiated for any item that cannot be reconciled to a sale, transfer, or approved adjustment.

Exceptions and Corrective Actions

• Deficiencies documented with corrective action owner and due date
  Record each deficiency, the responsible owner, and the target completion date.
• Immediate containment actions implemented for critical deficiencies
  Confirm temporary controls were applied when unsecured storage, missing logs, or unexplained inventory variance was found.
• Photo evidence captured for material deficiencies
  Attach photos of unsecured storage, damaged locks, missing logs, or other material deficiencies.