Hotel Preventive Maintenance Checklist

Use this Hotel Preventive Maintenance Checklist to conduct regular maintenance inspections in your property, proactively fix issues before they affect guests.

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Hotel Preventive Maintenance Checklist



GENERAL INFORMATION

1. ROOM #


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MAINTENANCE REPAIRS

1. Engineer


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2. Start Date


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3. End Date


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HOUSEKEEPING TASKS

1. Housekeeper


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2. Start Date


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3. End Date


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ENTRANCE – START AT THE DOORWAY

1. Inspect the exterior of the guest room door. (first impression)


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2. Inspect room number sign.


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3. Inspect door handle.


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4. Inspect door stop.


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5. Does door or frame need to be cleaned, repaired or repainted?


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6. Open the guest room door and inspect the frame and hinges.


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7. Does it close automatically? (life safety)


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8. Do the hinges squeak?


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9. Inspect and test the electronic lock.


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10. Inspect and test secondary lock.


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11. Inspect the peep hole to ensure it is clean, clear and facing the correct direction.


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12. Inspect the threshold.


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13. Check for emergency exit sign on back of door.


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14. Check for hotel laws sign on back of door.


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15. Inspect and test the light switch.


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16. Inspect and test the entrance light.


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17. Enter the room and see if anything catches your eye.


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WINDOWS/SLIDING DOOR

1. Inspect and test windows, check for broken seals, cracks, drafts and broken hardware.


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2. Inspect and test window stop.


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3. Make sure drapes are in good condition, free of stains, and work correctly.


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4. Inspect and test drapery rod, baton and hooks.


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5. Inspect and test balcony doors and screens; they should slide easily and lock properly.


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6. Inspect balcony door lock.


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7. Inspect balcony door secondary lock.


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8. Inspect balcony.


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9. Inspect railing for wear, rusting, or damage.


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10. Inspect any balcony furniture.


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11. Inspect any balcony lighting fixture and make sure it works.


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12. Inspect sliding door track for dirt.


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13. Inspect adjoining/connection doors.


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14. Inspect and test door locks, hardware, and frame.


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PTAC/HVAC

1. Inspect and test heating and cooling system.


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2. Test the thermostat (warm in the winter and cool in the summer.)


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3. Inspect and clean filters (4 times a year) and replace if necessary.


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4. Inspect for musty orders when operating the unit.


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5. Inspect carpet around the unit for moisture or carpet staining.


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6. Inspect and check the coils and condensation pan. Clean according to manufacturer’s specifications.


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7. Inspect any HVAC vents for damage, dirt or dust.


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8. Make sure the unit operates quietly.


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LIGHTING

1. Test all the lamps in the room.


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2. Inspect the cords.


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3. Inspect shade for damage or staining and replace as necessary.


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4. Straighten shade and turn the seam away from your guests.


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5. Inspect switch plates and wall sockets for damage.


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6. Change all the guest room lighting at the same time, and date the bottoms, so you know when they were installed.


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7. Replace guest room lighting with compact fluorescent lighting (CFLs) or LED equivalent that meets brand standards.


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CLOSET

1. Inspect the door, shelf, and inside walls.


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2. Inspect hangers and ensure the correct number and that all are in good working order.


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3. Inspect iron for damage and/or stains.


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4. Inspect ironing board and pad for damage, stains, and wrinkles.


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5. Inspect in-room safe and ensure it is in good working order.


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6. Inspect luggage rack.


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7. Inspect full-length mirror.


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FLOORING/BASEBOARDS/WALLS/CEILING

1. Inspect carpeting for stains and damage.


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2. Inspect any tile in room for stains, cracks, or other damage.


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3. Inspect baseboards for marks or damage.


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4. Inspect walls for marks or damage.


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5. Inspect ceiling for marks, stains, or damage.


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FURNITURE

1. Inspect dresser for chips, scratches, or damage.


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2. Inspect and test drawers and hardware.


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3. Inspect dresser mirror.


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4. Inspect armoire for chips, scratches, or damage.


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5. Inspect and test cabinets, drawers, and hardware.


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6. Inspect nightstands for chips, scratches, or damage.


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7. Drawers should open and close smoothly and easily.


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8. Inspect desks for chips, scratches, or damage.


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9. Inspect desk chair (Please sit in chair to ensure proper operation.)


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10. Inspect and test desk lamp and lampshade.


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11. Inspect any chairs and/or recliners.


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12. Inspect coffee table for chips, scratches, or damage.


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13. Inspect sofa for any stains, tears, or damage.


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14. Inspect end tables for chips, scratches, or damage.


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15. Open pull out sofa bed. Inspect for proper operation and check mattress for stains or damage.


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16. Inspect headboard.


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17. Inspect bed frame.


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18. Inspect top of bed (bedding) for stains or damage, wear or tears.


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19. Inspect mattress for damage, wear, tear or stains. (lay on bed)


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20. Mattresses should be rotated and/or flipped quarterly.


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21. Inspect box spring.


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22. Inspect for signs of bedbugs.


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23. Inspect and test bed lamps, shades, and electrical cords.


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24. Inspect and test remote controls, and put them on a schedule for battery replacement.


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25. Turn on TV and ensure pictures is clear.


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26. Inspect TV for any damage.


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27. Inspect alarm clocks and ensure it has the correct time.


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28. Make sure the alarm is turned off when room is not occupied.


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29. Inspect and test all telephones for proper operation.


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30. Inspect faceplate, also ensure proper information and room number.


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BATHROOM

1. Inspect and test bathroom door; it should open and close quietly.


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2. Make sure the lock is in good working order.


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3. Inspect door stop.


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4. Inspect and test hairdryer.


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5. Inspect hairdryer filter.


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6. Inspect the nightlight.


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7. Turn on the light switch to ensure lights work properly.


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8. Inspect bathroom lighting and fixtures.


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9. Inspect the faceplate and outlets.


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10. Test the GFCI and reset.


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11. Inspect facial tissue dispenser.


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12. Inspect vanity.


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13. Inspect inside or under vanity.


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14. Inspect the mirrors for cracks, chips, or broken glass.


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15. Inspect tiles, grout and caulking for cracks, mold, mildew, or dirt.


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16. Inspect ceiling for stains or damage.


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17. Inspect exhaust fan and or vent; fan must operate quietly.


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18. Inspect faucet and drain.


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19. Test the faucet and run the water.


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20. Look under the faucet as if you are going to rinse your mouth. Is it clean?


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21. Does the sink drain properly?


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22. Test pop-up drain if applicable.


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23. Do you have a 1.5 GPM aerator installed to save water?


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24. Does the faucet drip?


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25. Ensure towel bar, towel rack, and/or towel shelf are in good condition and securely attached to the wall.


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26. Stand in the shower/sit in the tub. (looking from the guests' point of view)


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27. Inspect the grout.


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28. Inspect caulking.


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29. Inspect tiles. Look for cracks or missing grout or caulking which can lead to moisture and mold in the walls. These become very costly repairs and a source of room smell.


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30. Inspect soap dish and shelf.


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31. Inspect faucet, overflow valve, and drain.


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32. Inspect tub spout and test shower diverter. Ensure that there are no leaks or drips.


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33. Ensure shower works properly and has good pressure.


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34. Inspect walls and baseboards for scuff marks, stains, cracks, holes, and dust.


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35. Make sure the showerhead does not leak or drip.


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36. Clean any calcium deposits from showerhead and run the water to check pressure.


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37. Inspect the shower rod.


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38. Ensure shower rod is secure to the wall.


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39. Inspect shower curtain for damage, mold, or mildew.


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40. Inspect toilet, seat, base, and tank.


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41. Inspect caulk around toilet.


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42. Test the toilet. Does it flush properly?


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43. Open the tank lid and inspect flush valve and flapper.


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44. Does the flapper show and signs of wear, dirt build up, or leaking? (leaky flapper = lost money)


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45. Inspect bath tissue dispenser.


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46. Inspect facial tissue dispenser.


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GENERAL INFORMATION

1. ROOM #


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MAINTENANCE REPAIRS

1. Engineer


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2. Start Date


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3. End Date


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HOUSEKEEPING TASKS

1. Housekeeper


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2. Start Date


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3. End Date


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PUBLIC AREAS – PARKING LOT AREA

1. Inspect signage illuminated and condition.


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2. Inspect parking lot lights. (correct time to turn on, working)


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3. Inspect parking lot condition.


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4. Inspect parking lot stripes.


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5. Inspect curb markings.


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6. Inspect landscaping. (flowers, trees, mulch, etc.)


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7. Inspect sidewalks. (cracks, stains, break-up, etc.)


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PUBLIC AREAS – DUMPSTER AREA

1. Check dumpster gates and lock. (condition, paint, etc.)


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2. Inspect dumpster walls. (condition, clean)


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3. Inspect dumpster area. (condition, stains, storage)


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PUBLIC AREAS – HOTEL EXTERIOR

1. Inspect exterior windows/screens. (condition)


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2. Inspect waste cans and ashtrays. (condition, stains)


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3. Check exterior doors. (condition, hinges)


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4. Check exterior locks. (condition, works)


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5. Inspect lights. (illuminated and clean)


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6. Inspect outside of building. (stains, rust, discoloration)


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7. Check roof, clean drains.


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PUBLIC AREAS – BUSINESS CENTER

1. Check lighting. (illuminates, clean)


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2. Inspect switches. (condition)


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3. Inspect counter. (condition)


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4. Inspect waste can. (condition, clean)


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5. Inspect carpet. (clean, condition)


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6. Inspect chairs. (condition, wheels, handle)


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7. Inspect cabinets. (doors, hinges, shelves)


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8. Inspect walls. (condition)


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9. Check all equipment. (cords, condition, working)


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10. Inspect lighting. (illuminates, switches, operable, clean)


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11. Check toasters. (cords, condition)


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12. Check microwaves. (cords, condition)


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13. Check other equipment. (cords, condition)


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14. Inspect cabinets. (condition, doors, shelves)


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15. Inspect electrical outlets. (condition, working)


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16. Inspect counter. (condition)


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17. Inspect tables. (stable, condition)


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18. Inspect chairs. (stable, condition, clean)


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19. Inspect vents. (clean, condition)


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20. Inspect walls. (condition, clean)


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21. Inspect carpet/flooring. (condition, clean)


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PUBLIC AREAS – PANTRY

1. Inspect flooring. (condition, clean)


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2. Inspect counters. (condition, clean)


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3. Check drains. (clean, working)


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4. Check sinks and faucets. (condition, leaks, clean)


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5. Check dishwashing unit. (hoses, temperature, condition)


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6. Inspect refrigeration unit. (hoses, temperature, condition)


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7. Check lighting. (operable, clean)


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8. Inspect walls. (condition)


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9. Inspect shelving. (condition)


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PUBLIC AREAS – RESTROOMS

1. Inspect signage. (correct, condition, clean)


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2. Check door. (lock, operable, condition)


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3. Inspect mirrors. (condition, secure, clean)


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4. Inspect counter/vanity. (condition, secure, clean)


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5. Inspect stall walls. (condition, clean)


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6. Check sinks. (drains, caulking, condition)


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7. Check toilets. (operable, caulking, seats)


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8. Inspect walls. (condition, clean)


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9. Inspect floors. (condition, clean)


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10. Check fans/vents. (operable, clean)


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11. Inspect lighting. (operable, clean)


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12. Inspect chart. (staff hourly checking condition of restroom)


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PUBLIC AREAS – STORAGE AREAS/MAINTENANCE ROOM

1. Inspect storage area. (organized, clean)


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2. Inspect UL fire-rated storage cabinet. (in place and filled with flammable paint, stains, adhesives, etc.)


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3. Inspect first aid kit. (complete)


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4. Inspect storage area walls. (condition)


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5. Check doors. (locks work, open easily)


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6. Inspect vents. (clean)


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7. Check paperwork. (work orders, PM inspecting forms, purchase orders – filed, completed)


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8. Verify keys for area. (available, secure)


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9. Check lighting. (operable, clean)


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10. Inspect tool inventory. (complete)


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11. Check cribs are in good working order. (secure and safe)


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12. Check crib mattresses are in good working order. (clean)


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13. Check rollaway beds are in good working order.


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PUBLIC AREAS – CLOSET AREAS

1. Inspect doors/locks. (condition, operable)


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2. Inspect shelves/brackets. (condition, secure)


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3. Check for organization.


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PUBLIC AREAS - POOL

1. Check pool door/gate/lock are in good working order. (operable, secure, self-closing)


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2. Inspect shelves for clean pool towels. (clean, durable, stable, organized)


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3. Inspect used pool towel receptacle. (clean and neat looking)


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4. Check pool phone and ensure it is in good working condition and clean.


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5. Inspect pool area and ensure water is clean and free of debris.


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6. Inspect lounge chairs are in good working order. (condition, clean)


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7. Inspect chairs are in good working order. (condition, clean)


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8. Inspect tables are in good working order. (condition, clean)


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9. Inspect umbrellas are in good working order. (condition, clean)


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10. Check pool filters are clean and in good working order.


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11. Inspect water test paperwork. (completed in accordance with state and local laws, organized by date and in binder)


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12. Chemicals. (stored, secure)


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13. Inspect pool deck. (condition, markings)


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14. Inspect pool walls. (condition, clean)


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15. Inspect fence. (condition, secure)


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16. Inspect waste cans. (condition, clean)


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17. Inspect signage. (condition, secure)


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18. Check for life-saving equipment. (available, condition)


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19. Inspect pump. (operable, clean)


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PUBLIC AREAS - EXERCISE ROOM

1. Inspect universal weight machine. (operable, condition)


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2. Inspect 2nd piece of equipment. (operable, condition)


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3. Inspect 3rd piece of equipment. (operable, condition)


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4. Inspect 4th piece of equipment. (operable, condition)


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5. Inspect lighting. (operable, condition)


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6. Check television. (operable, secure)


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7. Check windows and window sills. (clean, condition)


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8. Inspect carpeting. (clean, condition)


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9. Check scales. (operable, available)


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10. Inspect spa. (condition, operational)


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11. Inspect floor. (condition)


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12. Inspect lighting. (operable, clean)


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13. Inspect signage. (secure, condition)


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14. Check for storage bins. (condition)


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15. Inspect water test paperwork. (completed in accordance with state and local laws, organized by date and in binder)


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PUBLIC AREAS – VENDING AREAS

1. Inspect vending machines and vending machine lighting. (operable, condition)


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2. Inspect electrical outlets. (secure, condition)


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3. Inspect drainage. (clean, condition)


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4. Inspect and test ice machines. (operable, clean)


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5. Inspect ice machine filter and change if necessary.


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6. Inspect lighting. (operable, clean)


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7. Inspect signage. (secure, condition)


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8. Inspect flooring. (condition, clean)


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PUBLIC AREAS – LOBBY

1. Inspect area rug. (condition, clean)


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2. Inspect chairs. (condition, clean)


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3. Inspect couch. (condition, clean)


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4. Check the condition of lobby area tables. Inspect lamps. (operable, condition, cords)


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5. Inspect lampshades. (condition, secure)


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6. Inspect lobby telephone. (clean, operable)


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7. Inspect plants. (clean, condition)


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8. Inspect planters. (clean, condition)


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9. Inspect lighting. (clean, operable)


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10. Inspect signage. (condition)


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11. Inspect doors. (condition, clean, operable)


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12. Inspect flooring. (condition, clean)


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13. Inspect railing. (secure, condition)


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14. Inspect counter. (condition)


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15. Inspect entry and lobby walls. (condition)


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16. Check luggage carts. (operable, clean, condition)


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17. Verify music. (operable)


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18. Inspect area rug. (condition, clean)


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PUBLIC AREAS – ELEVATORS

1. Inspect lighting. (operable, clean)


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2. Inspect walls. (condition)


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3. Inspect telephone. (operable, secure)


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4. Inspect flooring. (condition)


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5. Inspect doors and door tracks. (clean, operable)


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6. Inspect signage. (condition)


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PUBLIC AREAS – HALLS

1. Inspect carpet 1st floor. (condition, clean)


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2. Inspect walls 1st floor. (condition, clean)


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3. Inspect lighting. (operable, clean)


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4. Check fire extinguishers. (condition, date)


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5. Check fire alarms. (operable, clean)


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6. Check exit signs. (operable, bulbs


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7. Inspect carpet 2nd floor. (condition, clean)


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8. Inspect other signage – vending. (secure, clean)


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9. Inspect stairwells. (clean, condition)


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10. Inspect railings. (secure, condition)


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11. Inspect stairwell doors. (condition, operable)


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12. Inspect stairwell signage. (condition)


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