Checklist for Warehouse Operations
A warehouse daily operations checklist helps supervisors control the main activities of each shift: opening readiness, safety checks, equipment availability, receiving, putaway, picking, packing, shipping, inventory control, housekeeping, security, and shift handover.
This checklist is useful for warehouse managers, shift supervisors, team leads, and operations staff who need to keep daily work organized and reduce disruptions. It helps confirm that work areas are safe, equipment is ready, orders are processed correctly, inventory issues are recorded, and open tasks are handed over to the next shift.
With TARGPatrol, daily warehouse checks can be completed in a mobile app with photos, comments, issue locations, corrective actions, and final sign-off. This creates a clear digital record of daily operations and helps improve accountability, safety, and process control.
Warehouse is ready for daily operations
Shift staffing is sufficient for planned workload
Daily workload / priorities were reviewed
Team briefing was completed
Work areas are assigned to employees
Required equipment is available
Opening notes
Floors are clean and free from debris
Aisles and walkways are clear
Forklift routes are clear
No spills or slippery areas are present
Emergency exits are clear and accessible
Fire extinguishers and safety equipment are accessible
PPE is available and used where required
Safety or housekeeping issue location
Photo of safety issue
Forklifts / powered equipment are available for use
Pallet jacks and carts are in working condition
Scanners / mobile devices are charged and available
Battery charging area is clean and safe
No visible leaks or damage on equipment
Damaged or unsafe equipment is tagged out
Number of unavailable equipment units
Equipment issue notes
Photo of equipment issue
Receiving dock is prepared
Expected inbound shipments were reviewed
Purchase orders / delivery documents are available
Received goods are checked for quantity and condition
Damaged or incorrect items are separated
Receiving discrepancies are documented
Received pallets / cases count
Receiving issue notes
Photo of receiving issue
Goods are moved to assigned storage locations
Pallets are stable before putaway
Product labels and barcodes are readable
Items are stored in correct zones
Pallet racking shows no visible damage
No product blocks aisles, exits, sprinklers, or electrical panels
Storage issue location
Photo of storage issue
Picking tasks are available in the system
Picking areas are organized and accessible
Orders are picked according to priority
Picked items are scanned or recorded correctly
Shortages or substitutions are reported
Picking errors or delays are documented
Number of delayed / problem orders
Picking issue notes
Photo of picking issue
Packing stations are clean and stocked
Packing materials are available
Orders are checked before shipment
Shipping labels are correct and readable
Outbound pallets / parcels are staged correctly
Carrier pickup area is clear and organized
Number of orders ready for dispatch
Shipping issue notes
Photo of packing / shipping issue
Cycle counts are completed if scheduled
Inventory discrepancies are recorded
Damaged or expired products are identified
Quarantine area is organized
Returns or rejected goods are processed
System inventory updates are completed
Number of inventory discrepancies
Inventory issue notes
Photo of inventory issue
Trash and packaging waste are removed from work areas
Waste and recycling bins are not overflowing
Spill kits are available and complete
Cleaning supplies are stored correctly
Break areas and restrooms are clean
No pest activity or contamination signs observed
Housekeeping comments
Photo of housekeeping issue
Warehouse entrances are secure
Visitor access is controlled
Restricted areas are properly marked
Security cameras are operational
High-value product areas are checked
No unauthorized persons observed
Security issue notes
Photo of security issue
All completed tasks are updated in the system
Open issues are documented
Unfinished tasks are handed over to the next shift
Damaged goods and discrepancies are reported
Equipment is parked or stored correctly
Work areas are left clean and safe
Handover notes
Photo of warehouse at shift end
Final status: completed / pending follow-up / escalated




























