Self-Checkout Lane Daily Opening Audit

Daily opening inspection for self-checkout lanes to verify scale calibration, scanner function, attendant station readiness, bagging area supply levels, and loss prevention camera alignment before the store opens.

Opening Readiness and Safety

• Self-checkout area is clear of obstructions and ready for customer access
• Floor area around self-checkout lanes is clean, dry, and free of slip/trip hazards
• Emergency exits and egress paths near the self-checkout area are unobstructed
• Lighting over the self-checkout area is adequate for safe operation

Scale and Scanner Function

• Scale passes startup calibration or self-test
• Scale platform is clean and free of debris
• Barcode scanner reads a test item on first pass
• Scanner lens and touchscreen are clean and responsive
• Payment terminal powers on and accepts a test prompt or login

Attendant Station Readiness

• Attendant station is powered on and logged into the correct register or support screen
• Required supplies are present at the attendant station
  Select all supplies available at the station.
• Attendant device, headset, or call button is functioning
• Attendant can monitor all self-checkout lanes without blind spots

Bagging Area and Supply Levels

• Bagging area has sufficient bags for opening volume
• Bagging area is organized and free of damaged or unusable supplies
• Produce bags, paper bags, or reusable bag options are available as required by store policy
• Bagging scale or bagging shelf is level and unobstructed

Loss Prevention Camera Alignment

• Loss prevention camera view covers all self-checkout lanes
• Camera lenses are clean and free of obstruction
• Camera angle is aligned to capture transaction area and bagging zone