Hotel Risk Management Checklist

Use this Hotel Risk Management Checklist to identify potential hazards, assess safety protocols, and implement policies to protect guests and employees.

Hotel Risk Management Checklist



Evacuation Protocol Review

1. Is there a documented evacuation protocol established?


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2. Does the protocol comply with current regulations?


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3. Are all managers aware of the protocol?


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4. Is the protocol effectively enforced throughout the facility?


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5. Is the protocol available in print format upon request?


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6. Are there security measures to regulate building access?


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7. Do fire evacuation signs use clear visuals or symbols?


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8. Are fire safety notices properly displayed throughout the premises?


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9. Is there a designated contact for the Fire and Rescue Service?


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10. Is there a record of the location of individuals with disabilities?


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11. Are procedures in place to manage vehicle-related hazards?


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12. Are all essential communication systems operational?


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13. Is there a water level monitoring system for emergencies?


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14. Is there an authorized individual responsible for shutting down critical systems?


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15. Has the time required for shutting down and restarting systems been verified?


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16. Are the conditions necessitating a shutdown explicitly defined?


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17. Are advisory notices provided to guests during emergencies?


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18. Is there a clear decision-making process for initiating an evacuation?


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Safety Equipment Review

1. Are visual and audible alarms installed and functional?


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2. Is safety equipment regularly inspected and tested?


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3. Are there protocols for addressing faulty equipment?


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4. Are surveillance and monitoring systems fully operational?


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5. Are fire extinguishers routinely checked and easily accessible?


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6. Is emergency lighting sufficient for individuals with visual impairments?


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Emergency Procedures Review

1. Are handrails installed on all stairways?


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2. Is there a risk-based evacuation protocol in place?


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3. Are there specific procedures for assisting individuals needing help during an evacuation?


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4. Are emergency procedures regularly practiced and tested?


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5. Are there methods to identify individuals needing assistance during an emergency?


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6. Are there communication procedures for individuals with disabilities to express their needs?


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7. Are escalation procedures for security threats clearly established?


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8. Are there guidelines for using elevators during emergencies?


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9. Are accessible exits for wheelchair users properly marked?


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10. Are emergency exits routinely checked to ensure they remain unobstructed?


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11. Are escape routes clearly marked and illuminated?


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12. Are doorways designed to accommodate wheelchair users during evacuation?


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13. Are ramps included along evacuation routes?


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Security Review

1. Is there a designated individual responsible for security oversight?


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2. Are there measures for relocating equipment to safe areas?


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3. Are materials secured to prevent unauthorized access?


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4. Are security protocols established during emergency planning?


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5. Are surveillance and monitoring systems in place and functioning?


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6. Is there a strategy for deploying security supplies when needed?


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7. Are communication systems established and operational?


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8. Are procedures for escalating security threats clearly communicated?


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Staff Training Review

1. Have all staff members received evacuation training?


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2. Have additional safety measures been identified and documented?


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3. Have these safety measures been communicated to the staff effectively?


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4. Are staff training records maintained and updated regularly?


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5. Is the emergency protocol known and understood by all employees?


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6. Is there a procedure for coordinating staff actions during emergencies?


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7. Are backup communication plans in place and accessible?


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