Warehouse Bay Doors and Egress Audit

Inspection template for auditing warehouse bay doors and egress conditions, including door operation, locks, fall protection, signage, and obstruction control.

Bay Door Operation

• Door opens and closes smoothly without binding, jerking, or unusual noise
• Door fully seats in open and closed positions
• Door controls, pull cords, chains, or switches are intact and operable
• Door tracks, rollers, guides, and stops are free of visible damage
• Door opening area is free of stored materials that could interfere with operation

Locks, Latches, and Securing Devices

• Locks, latches, and hasps engage and release properly
• No unauthorized padlocks, chains, or improvised restraints are present
• Securing devices do not obstruct emergency egress or create a trapped-person condition
• Locking hardware shows no visible corrosion, deformation, or missing components

Fall Protection and Dock Edge Controls

• Open bay edges are protected by guardrails, chains, gates, or equivalent fall protection when not actively in use
• Dock plates, levelers, and edge transitions are properly seated and secured
• No gaps, missing barriers, or unprotected openings present at the bay edge
• Warning devices or visual controls are present where required for open dock edges

Egress Routes and Exit Signage

• Primary egress path from the bay area is unobstructed and at least as wide as required by site layout
• Exit doors are unlocked, operable from the egress side, and not blocked by stored items
• Exit signage is visible, legible, and illuminated where required
• Emergency lighting is present and appears functional along the egress route
• No temporary cords, pallets, trash, or equipment obstruct the egress route

Housekeeping, Signage, and Obstruction Control

• Required warning signs are posted at bay doors and remain legible
• Floor markings, barricades, or cones are in place where used to control pedestrian or vehicle movement
• No pallets, shrink wrap, cartons, or debris are stored in front of doors or exits
• Any identified obstruction has been removed or isolated pending corrective action