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Bay Overview and Walkway Safety

Aisle is clear of obstructions and trip hazards critical (required)

Walkway is free of pallets, loose packaging, protruding fixtures, cords, or debris that would impede safe customer access.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Floor surface is clean, dry, and free of slip hazards critical (required)

No oil, water, broken packaging, or other contamination is present in the bay or directly in front of the display.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Display does not create a pinch, strike, or falling-object hazard critical (required)

Mounted products, hooks, brackets, and signage are secure and do not present a foreseeable hazard to customers or staff.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Bay lighting provides clear visibility of products and labels

Lighting is sufficient to read labels, part numbers, and warning information without glare or shadowing.

Yes No N/A

Aisle width remains compliant with store standard

Measured clear aisle width meets the site standard for customer passage and stocking access.

Hitch Product Condition

Class III/IV hitches are free of visible deformation critical (required)

No bending, twisting, cracking, or impact damage is visible on the hitch body, receiver tube, or mounting points.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

No excessive corrosion, rust-through, or pitting is present critical (required)

Surface corrosion is not severe enough to compromise appearance, structural integrity, or safe display handling.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Mounting brackets, pins, and fasteners are present and secure critical (required)

All visible mounting hardware is installed, seated correctly, and not loose, missing, or mismatched.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Safety chains, clips, and retention devices are intact

Displayed towing safety accessories are not frayed, bent, broken, or missing retention components.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Product finish and coating are intact

Paint, powder coat, or protective finish is not flaking, blistered, or otherwise damaged beyond normal shelf wear.

Yes No N/A

Labeling and Product Identification

Part number matches product and shelf tag critical (required)

Displayed item part number matches the shelf label, barcode label, or planogram reference.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Tow rating / class designation is visible and legible critical (required)

Class III, Class IV, or other towing designation is clearly visible where required and not obscured by packaging or damage.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

Warning and installation information is present

Required warnings, fitment notes, or installation guidance are available on the display or packaging as applicable.

Yes No N/A

Pricing label is accurate and readable

Shelf price, promo tag, or signage is legible and matches the current selling price in the system.

Yes No N/A

Missing or mismatched labels count

Count of items with missing, damaged, or mismatched identification labels in the bay.

Merchandising and Display Integrity

Products are arranged according to planogram or store standard

Hitches and towing accessories are grouped logically by class, fitment, or category and displayed in the correct location.

Yes No N/A

Display hooks, shelves, and brackets are secure critical (required)

Fixtures are firmly attached, level, and able to support the displayed product without sagging or movement.

Yes No N/A

Photo evidence (optional)

No empty peg or shelf gaps exceed store standard

Gaps are within acceptable merchandising limits and do not create a disorganized or incomplete appearance.

Accessories are grouped with the correct hitch class or application

Ball mounts, pins, wiring adapters, and related accessories are displayed with the appropriate hitch class or vehicle application.

Yes No N/A

Packaging is intact and not open or crushed

Retail packaging is not torn, crushed, water-damaged, or otherwise compromised.

Yes No N/A

Compliance, Safety, and Corrective Actions

Any critical safety deficiency was escalated immediately critical (required)

If a critical item failed, the issue was reported to the supervisor or responsible manager for immediate action.

Yes No N/A

Deficiencies documented with corrective action owner

All observed non-conformances include a clear description, responsible owner, and target completion date.

Yes No N/A

Number of non-conformances recorded

Total count of observed deficiencies requiring follow-up action.

Inspector notes

Record any additional observations, including damaged SKUs, missing hardware, or recommended merchandising corrections.

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Run: Trailer Hitch and Towing Accessory Bay Audit

Bay Overview and Walkway Safety

Hitch Product Condition

Labeling and Product Identification

Merchandising and Display Integrity

Compliance, Safety, and Corrective Actions

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