Ref. https://eauditor.app/2024/04/26/warehouse-maintenance-checklist/ Maintaining a warehouse is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and safety. Here’s a comprehensive warehouse maintenance checklist: Daily Tasks: 1. Inspect Facility: o Check for any signs of damage, leaks, or hazards in the warehouse structure. o Look for cracks in walls or floors, loose ceiling tiles, and signs of water damage. 2. Clean Floors: o Sweep or vacuum floors to remove debris, dust, and spills. o Use appropriate cleaning agents to remove stains or spills that could cause slip hazards. 3. Inspect Racking Systems: o Check the integrity of pallet racks, shelves, and storage systems for damage or signs of instability. o Ensure that all shelves are properly aligned and secured. 4. Check Lighting: o Inspect all lighting fixtures for functionality and brightness. o Replace any burned-out bulbs or faulty fixtures to maintain adequate lighting levels. 5. Inspect Fire Safety Equipment: o Check fire extinguishers to ensure they are fully charged and in the correct locations. o Test smoke detectors and fire alarms to verify proper functioning. 6. Review Emergency Exits: o Ensure that emergency exits are clear of obstructions and easily accessible. o Check exit signs for visibility and proper illumination. Weekly Tasks: 7. Inspect Equipment: o Perform a visual inspection of forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment for any signs of wear or damage. o Schedule routine maintenance as needed to keep equipment in optimal condition. 8. Organize Inventory: o Conduct a thorough inventory check to ensure accuracy and organization. o Replenish stock as necessary and rearrange inventory to optimize space utilization. 9. Check HVAC Systems: o Inspect heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for proper functioning. o Clean or replace air filters to maintain air quality and system efficiency. 10. Inspect Loading Docks: o Check loading dock doors, seals, and levelers for damage or malfunction. o Lubricate moving parts and make adjustments as needed to ensure smooth operation. Monthly Tasks: 11. Inspect Electrical Systems: o Check electrical panels, outlets, and wiring for signs of wear, damage, or overheating. o Schedule routine maintenance with a qualified electrician to address any issues. 12. Test Security Systems: o Test security cameras, alarms, and access control systems to ensure proper functioning. o Review security footage for any suspicious activity or incidents. 13. Inspect Plumbing: o Check for leaks, drips, or clogs in plumbing fixtures, pipes, and drains. o Repair any leaks or issues promptly to prevent water damage. 14. Inspect Loading Equipment: o Inspect dock levelers, dock seals, and other loading equipment for wear and tear. o Lubricate moving parts and make adjustments as needed for optimal performance. Quarterly Tasks: 15. Perform Deep Cleaning: o Conduct a thorough cleaning of high-traffic areas, including aisles

1. Warehouse
Maintenance
Checklist

2. • Maintaining a warehouse is crucial for
ensuring smooth operations and safety

3. Daily Tasks
• Inspect Facility
• Check for any signs of damage, leaks, or hazards in the
warehouse structure
• Look for cracks in walls or floors, loose ceiling tiles, and signs
of water damage
• Clean Floors
• Sweep or vacuum floors to remove debris, dust, and spills
• Use appropriate cleaning agents to remove stains or spills that
could cause slip hazards
• Inspect Racking Systems
• Check the integrity of pallet racks, shelves, and storage
systems for damage or signs of instability
• Ensure that all shelves are properly aligned and secured

4. Daily Tasks
• Check Lighting
• Inspect all lighting fixtures for functionality and
brightness
• Replace any burned-out bulbs or faulty fixtures
to maintain adequate lighting levels
• Inspect Fire Safety Equipment
• Check fire extinguishers to ensure they are
fully charged and in the correct locations
• Test smoke detectors and fire alarms to verify
proper functioning
• Review Emergency Exits
• Ensure that emergency exits are clear of
obstructions and easily accessible
• Check exit signs for visibility and proper
illumination

5. Weekly Tasks
• Inspect Equipment
• Perform a visual inspection of forklifts, pallet jacks, and
other warehouse equipment for any signs of wear or
damage
• Schedule routine maintenance as needed to keep
equipment in optimal condition
• Organize Inventory
• Conduct a thorough inventory check to ensure accuracy and
organization
• Replenish stock as necessary and rearrange inventory to
optimize space utilization
• Check HVAC Systems
• Inspect heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for
proper functioning
• Clean or replace air filters to maintain air quality and system
efficiency

6. Weekly Tasks
• Inspect Loading Docks
• Check loading dock doors, seals,
and levelers for damage or
malfunction
• Lubricate moving parts and make
adjustments as needed to ensure
smooth operation

7. Monthly Tasks
• Inspect Electrical Systems
• Check electrical panels, outlets, and wiring for
signs of wear, damage, or overheating
• Schedule routine maintenance with a qualified
electrician to address any issues
• Test Security Systems
• Test security cameras, alarms, and access control
systems to ensure proper functioning
• Review security footage for any suspicious activity
or incidents
• Inspect Plumbing
• Check for leaks, drips, or clogs in plumbing
fixtures, pipes, and drains
• Repair any leaks or issues promptly to prevent
water damage

8. Monthly Tasks
• Inspect Loading Equipment
• Inspect dock levelers, dock
seals, and other loading
equipment for wear and tear
• Lubricate moving parts and
make adjustments as
needed for optimal
performance

9. Quarterly Tasks
• Perform Deep Cleaning
• Conduct a thorough cleaning of high-traffic areas, including aisles,
restrooms, and break rooms
• Steam clean floors, walls, and surfaces to remove built-up grime
and dirt
• Inspect Roof and Gutters
• Check the roof for signs of damage, leaks, or deterioration
• Clean gutters and downspouts to ensure proper drainage and
prevent water damage
• Review Safety Procedures
• Conduct a safety audit to review warehouse safety procedures and
protocols
• Provide refresher training for employees on safety practices and
emergency procedures

10. Annual Tasks
• Perform Structural Inspection
• Hire a professional inspector to assess the structural integrity of
the warehouse
• Address any issues or concerns identified during the inspection
• Review Emergency Response Plan
• Review and update the warehouse’s emergency response plan as
needed
• Conduct drills to ensure that employees are familiar with
evacuation procedures and emergency protocols
• Inspect Exterior
• Inspect the exterior of the warehouse, including walls, roof, and
perimeter fencing
• Address any maintenance or repair needs to enhance security and
curb appeal

11. Annual Tasks
• Regular maintenance of your
warehouse using
this warehouse maintenance checklist
can help prevent accidents, ensure
compliance with regulations, and
prolong the lifespan of equipment and
facilities

12. eAuditor Audits &
Inspections
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Use
the eAuditor Audits & Inspections to
create a checklist of areas to inspect,
including storage areas, aisles, loading
docks, and office spaces

13. Safety
Equipment
Check
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Include
checkboxes for inspecting
safety equipment such as fire
extinguishers, emergency
exits, first aid kits, and safety
signs

14. Equipment
Inspection
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Create a list of
warehouse equipment to inspect,
including forklifts, pallet jacks,
conveyors, and shelving units

15. Facility
Maintenance
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Include tasks
such as checking lighting fixtures,
HVAC systems, plumbing, and
electrical systems

16. Inventory
Management
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Use eA
uditor Audits & Inspections to
track inventory levels, organize
stock, and identify any
discrepancies

17. Cleaning and
Sanitization
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Create a
checklist for cleaning tasks, including
sweeping, mopping, dusting, and
sanitizing surfaces

18. Security Checks
• eAuditor Audits & Inspections Integration: Include
tasks for checking security cameras, alarms, access
control systems, and perimeter fencing

19. Environmental
Compliance
• eAuditor Audits & Inspections Integration: Include
tasks for monitoring environmental factors such as
temperature, humidity, and air quality

20. Emergency
Preparedness
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Create a
section for emergency procedures,
including fire drills, evacuation routes,
and contact information for emergency
services

21. Documentation and
Reporting
• eAuditor Audits &
Inspections Integration: Use eAuditor Audits &
Inspections to generate reports, track maintenance
activities, and store documentation such as inspection
records, maintenance logs, and safety certificates

22. Documentation and
Reporting
• By integrating these with eAuditor Audits &
Inspections, you can create a comprehensive
warehouse maintenance checklist that streamlines
operations, improves efficiency, and ensures
compliance with safety and regulatory standards