Receiving Area Inspection Checklist (Daily) - Damage, condition

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This Template was installed 3 times.

Arrival & Documentation

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Verification of paperwork and initial assessment upon arrival.

Date of Receipt

Time of Arrival

Purchase Order (PO) Number

Carrier Name

Bill of Lading (BOL) Present?

BOL Number (if present)

RA Number Present (If Applicable)

RA Number (if present)

Packaging Condition

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Assessment of external packaging integrity (boxes, pallets, shrink wrap).

Number of Damaged Boxes/Pallets

Box Condition

Pallet Condition

Signs of Damage on Packaging

Detailed Notes on Packaging Damage (if any)

Attach Photo(s) of Damaged Packaging

Product Condition - External

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Initial visible condition of the product itself before opening.

Visible Scratches/Abrasions?

Dents or Dings?

Cracks or Breaks?

Missing Parts/Components (External)

Quantity Discrepancy (External Count vs. Packing Slip)

Additional External Observations

Product Condition - Internal

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Detailed examination of product contents for damage, defects, and completeness.

Overall Product Condition Description

Visible Defects (Select all that apply)

Description of 'Other' Defects (if selected)

Quantity of Damaged Items

Packaging Inside (if applicable)

Photo Evidence of Damage

Functionality Check (if applicable)

Pallet/Unit Load Stability

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Checks for secure stacking, stability, and potential shifting of goods.

Pallet Stack Height (inches)

Pallet Wrap Condition

Pallet Base Condition

Load Shifting Issues?

Notes on Pallet/Load Stability

Environmental Factors

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Assessment of temperature, humidity, and cleanliness of the receiving area.

Ambient Temperature (°C)

Relative Humidity (%)

Lighting Adequacy

Cleanliness - Receiving Area Floor

Pest Control Presence

Additional Comments/Observations Regarding Environment

Return Authorization Verification (If Applicable)

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Confirmation of valid RA numbers and process adherence.

Return Authorization Number Present?

Return Authorization Number (if applicable)

RA Validated by Supervisor?

Notes on RA Validity (reason for rejection/questionable)

Correct Return Reason Code Applied?

Quantity Authorized for Return (vs. actual quantity)

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