Security Patrol Route Checklist (Daily)

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This Template was installed 2 times.

Perimeter Check

1 of 9

Initial assessment of exterior areas for potential vulnerabilities.

Starting Point GPS Coordinates

Perimeter Check Start Time

Gate/Fence Condition

Lighting Functionality (Perimeter)

Number of Visible Security Cameras (Perimeter)

Any Unusual Observations (Perimeter)

Vegetation Overgrowth

Exterior Doors & Windows

2 of 9

Verification of lock functionality and signs of forced entry on all exterior access points.

Front Entrance Door Lock Status

Rear Entrance Door Lock Status

Side Entrance Door Lock Status

Number of Damaged Windows

Window Condition Notes

Delivery Door Secured?

Parking Lot/Loading Dock

3 of 9

Assessment of vehicle activity, lighting, and potential hazards within the parking area and loading zones.

Arrival Time at Parking Lot/Loading Dock

Lighting Status

Vehicle Count - Unusual Activity?

Unusual Vehicle/Person Activity

Location of Suspicious Activity

Loading Dock Security - Secured?

Interior - Sales Floor

4 of 9

Observation of customer behavior, merchandise security, and employee awareness on the sales floor.

High-Risk Merchandise Areas Checked?

Approximate Customer Count

Merchandise Security Devices Operational?

Observed Customer Behavior Notes

Employee Awareness of Security Protocols?

Location of any suspicious activity

Incident Number (If Applicable)

Interior - Back of House

5 of 9

Inspection of stockrooms, employee areas, and potentially vulnerable areas behind the sales floor.

Stockroom Door Lock Status

Receiving Area Security

Quantity of High-Value Merchandise Visible

Notes on Employee Behavior/Activity

Condition of Delivery/Loading Docks

Photographic Evidence (if needed)

Time of Last Stock Rotation Check

Restrooms & Break Rooms

6 of 9

Quick check for cleanliness, signs of vandalism, and unusual activity.

Restroom Check - Number of People Present

Restroom - Cleanliness Level

Break Room - Cleanliness Level

Restroom - Issues Observed (Select all that apply)

Restroom/Break Room - Any Additional Notes/Observations

Breakroom - Stock Levels (Supplies)

Emergency Equipment

7 of 9

Verification of functionality and accessibility of fire extinguishers, first aid kits, and emergency lighting.

Fire Extinguisher 1 - Location (Front Entrance)

Fire Extinguisher 2 - Location (Back Storage)

Fire Extinguisher Pressure (PSI) - Front Entrance

First Aid Kit - Condition

Last Inspection Date - Fire Extinguishers

Time of Equipment Check

CCTV & Alarm System

8 of 9

Confirmation of camera functionality and alarm system status. Note any alerts or malfunctions.

Alarm System Status

Number of CCTV Cameras Online

Camera Recording Status

CCTV/Alarm System Notes

Last System Check Time

Incident Reporting

9 of 9

Documentation of any observed incidents, suspicious activity, or maintenance issues.

Describe any suspicious activity observed.

Detail any incidents of theft or attempted theft.

Note any maintenance issues requiring attention (e.g., broken lights, damaged doors).

Estimated value of lost or damaged merchandise (if applicable).

Type of Incident (Select one)

Precise Location of Incident

Date of Incident

Time of Incident

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