Spa Opening Checklist

All entry doors, gates, and access points are unlocked and functioning correctly.

Reception lighting, background music, and ambient temperature are set to the correct levels.

The reception desk is clean and organized, with booking schedules confirmed for the day.

The client waiting area is clean, tidy, and stocked with refreshments (water, tea, reading material).

Retail display products are fully stocked, correctly priced, and within their expiration dates.

The cash drawer or POS terminal is balanced and operational.

All overnight voicemails, emails, and booking requests have been reviewed and actioned.

Each treatment room has been checked for cleanliness after the previous day's close.

Fresh linen (sheets, towels, pillow covers) is applied to every treatment surface.

Treatment trolleys and trays are set up with the products and tools required for the first appointments.

Covered waste bins are empty and lined with a fresh bag.

Room temperature and ventilation in each treatment room are set and functioning.

Aromatherapy diffusers or essential oil lamps are filled and ready to use.

Clean linen stock in the treatment room is sufficient for the day's appointments.

All electrical treatment equipment (steamers, wax warmers, paraffin baths, massage tools) powers on correctly.

Hot towel cabinets are switched on and reaching the correct operating temperature (160–180°F / 71–82°C).

Paraffin wax warmers are heating to the correct temperature and free of debris.

Massage tables and facial beds are stable, clean, and free of tears or damage.

Sterilization equipment (autoclave or UV cabinet) is operational and ready for use.

Electrical cords on all equipment are visually inspected and free of damage.

Sauna and steam room are switched on and heating to the correct operating temperature.

Jacuzzi or hydrotherapy pool water chemistry (pH and disinfectant levels) has been tested and logged.

Wet area floors, benches, and surfaces are clean and free of mold, mildew, or residue from the previous day.

Towels, robes, and slippers in changing rooms are fully stocked.

Showers are clean and dispensers (soap, shampoo) are filled.

Safety signage in wet areas (time limits, contraindications, max occupancy) is in place and legible.

All skincare, massage, and treatment product levels are checked and restocked for the day.

Single-use consumables (disposable gloves, nail files, wax strips, applicators) are stocked in each treatment room.

Towels, robes, and slippers are counted and sufficient for the day's bookings.

Cleaning and disinfecting supplies (sprays, wipes, hand sanitizer) are available in all treatment rooms and common areas.

No expired products are in use or available at treatment stations.

Handwashing sinks in treatment rooms and staff areas are stocked with soap and disposable towels.

All reusable implements used in the previous day's close have been sterilized and are ready for use.

Disinfectant solution is prepared at the correct concentration and labeled with the date of preparation.

Soiled linen from any overnight storage has been sent for laundering.

Cleaning log from the previous evening's close is signed and on file.

All therapists and front-of-house staff confirmed on shift are present or accounted for.

Each therapist has reviewed their client schedule and any intake notes or contraindications for the day's appointments.

Staff uniforms or workwear are clean and in good condition.

Any maintenance issues, supply shortages, or equipment faults identified during opening are logged and reported.