Checklist template

Dry Cleaner

A ready-to-use checklist with 88 items in 8 sections, covering Counter & Customer Intake, Garment Identification, Dry Cleaning Machine, Spotting Table & Safety, Pressing & Finishing, Boiler & Mechanical Room and more. Use it as-is in InspectLoop, or adapt it to your own standards in minutes.

  • 8 Sections
  • 88 Items
  • 72 Yes / No checks
  • 8 Scored ratings
  • 1105 Points

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1. Counter & Customer Intake 11 items

  1. Was the customer greeted within 15 seconds of entry? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Did the clerk inspect garments for pre-existing damage/stains? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the Pick-Up Date clearly communicated and printed? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are Special Care tags (Silk/Beading) used correctly? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the counter surface clean and free of personal items? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are Safety Pins and Marking Tags organized? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Is the lobby music/TV at a professional volume? Yes / No 5 pts
  8. Are staff wearing clean, branded attire or name tags? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Is the storefront glass clean and free of streaks? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Initial Cleanliness impression: Rating
    • Immaculate/Bright 10 pts
    • Cluttered 5 pts
    • Poor/Odor Detected 0 pts
  11. Name of the CSR on duty: Short text

2. Garment Identification 11 items

  1. Are all tags securely fastened to the garment Care Label? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the Barcode or Heat Seal scan successful? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Are Pockets checked for pens, coins, or lighters? Yes / No 25 pts
  4. Are Matching Sets (Suits) tagged together? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the Assembly Area organized by invoice number? Yes / No 10 pts
  6. Are Buttons/Ornaments protected with foil or clips? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Is the VIP/Express rack clearly separated? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Are Household Items (Drapes/Rugs) tagged with weight? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Is the Red Tag system used for heavy stains? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Tagging accuracy check (Random 5): Rating
    • 100% Correct 15 pts
    • 1 Error 5 pts
    • Multiple Errors 0 pts
  11. Percentage of garments currently on Wait status: Short text

3. Dry Cleaning Machine 11 items

  1. Is the solvent Sight Glass clear and at the correct level? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the Button Trap cleaned after every 3 loads? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the Still cleaned out as per the weekly log? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Is the Separator Water disposed of as hazardous waste? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Are door gaskets free of cracks and solvent leaks? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Is the Solvent Cooler temp at 80°F (27°C) or below? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Are machine filters changed according to the PSI log? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is the Spill Containment tray under the machine dry? Yes / No 20 pts
  9. Is the machine exterior free of lint and grease? Yes / No 5 pts
  10. Solvent odor in the plant: Rating
    • None/Neutral 10 pts
    • Faint Solvent 5 pts
    • Strong/Unsafe 0 pts
  11. Current Solvent Temperature (°F or °C): Number

4. Spotting Table & Safety 11 items

  1. Are all Spotting Chemicals labeled and capped? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Is the Vacuum Board functional and pulling air? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Is the Steam Gun free of leaks and scale buildup? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Are staff wearing Chemical Resistant gloves? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Is the Spotting Brush clean and the bristles intact? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are Flammable agents stored in a yellow safety cabinet? Yes / No 25 pts
  7. Is the Air Exhaust fan for spotting active? Yes / No 20 pts
  8. Are Bleaches and Digesters stored separately? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the floor around the table free of chemical spills? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Organization of the spotting station: Rating
    • Highly Organized 10 pts
    • Slightly Cluttered 5 pts
    • Unsafe/Hazardous 0 pts
  11. Detail any missing or expired spotting agents: Comments

5. Pressing & Finishing 11 items

  1. Is the Press Head temp between 300°F–330°F (149°C–165°C)? Yes / No 20 pts
  2. Are Press Pads and Flannels smooth and not scorched? Yes / No 15 pts
  3. Do Steam Irons have clean Teflon shoes? Yes / No 10 pts
  4. Is there No Shine (scorching) on audited dark garments? Yes / No 25 pts
  5. Are Pant Creases straight and single (no double-lines)? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Are Shirt Collar buttons all present and intact? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Is the Utility Press air-pressure gauge in range? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Are Hangers uniform and consistent with brand? Yes / No 5 pts
  9. Is the Puff Iron pedal functioning correctly? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Quality of finishing (Random 5 items): Rating
    • Retail Ready 15 pts
    • Minor Wrinkles 5 pts
    • Poor/Repress Required 0 pts
  11. Current Boiler Pressure (PSI): Number

6. Boiler & Mechanical Room 11 items

  1. Is the boiler Blowdown performed and logged daily? Yes / No 25 pts
  2. Is the Water Level in the sight glass at 1/2 or 2/3? Yes / No 20 pts
  3. Are Steam Pipes insulated and free of leaks? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Is the Compressor oil level within the safe range? Yes / No 15 pts
  5. Are all Safety Valves tagged and within test dates? Yes / No 25 pts
  6. Is the Condensate Tank free of corrosion or leaks? Yes / No 10 pts
  7. Is the boiler room temp below 100°F (38°C)? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Are all electrical panels unobstructed? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Is the Water Softener salt level adequate? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Boiler room maintenance status: Rating
    • Pristine 15 pts
    • Dusty/Greasy 5 pts
    • Critical Leak 0 pts
  11. Date of last state/local boiler inspection: Short text

7. Hazardous Waste & Compliance 11 items

  1. Are Waste Drums (Solvent/Sludge) closed and labeled? Yes / No 25 pts
  2. Is the EPA Manifest folder current and on-site? Yes / No 25 pts
  3. Is the Secondary Containment under all drums? Yes / No 20 pts
  4. Is the Perc or solvent usage log updated daily? Yes / No 20 pts
  5. Are fire extinguishers charged and tagged? Yes / No 20 pts
  6. Is the Employee Training Log for hazmat current? Yes / No 15 pts
  7. Are No Smoking signs visible near the solvent area? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Is the First Aid kit accessible and fully stocked? Yes / No 15 pts
  9. Are Wet Floor signs available and used? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Overall regulatory compliance: Rating
    • Fully Compliant 15 pts
    • Minor Omissions 5 pts
    • High Risk/Violations 0 pts
  11. Detail any waste management or labeling errors: Comments

8. BOH & Final Assembly 11 items

  1. Is the Auto-Conveyor functioning without noise? Yes / No 10 pts
  2. Are Poly-Bags used of the correct thickness/length? Yes / No 5 pts
  3. Is the Assembly Rack free of Old orders (over 30 days)? Yes / No 15 pts
  4. Are Lint Rollers used on all dark garments? Yes / No 10 pts
  5. Is the Back-Stock of hangers and poly organized? Yes / No 5 pts
  6. Are Employee Rights posters visible? Yes / No 5 pts
  7. Is the dumpster area secure and lids closed? Yes / No 10 pts
  8. Are the plant floors swept and free of hangers/tags? Yes / No 10 pts
  9. Is the HVAC set to 72°F (22°C) +/- 2 degrees for CSR? Yes / No 10 pts
  10. Organization of the final assembly zone: Rating
    • High Efficiency 10 pts
    • Slightly Cluttered 5 pts
    • Bottleneck/Messy 0 pts
  11. Final audit summary and plant manager sign-off: Comments

About this template

This checklist is part of the InspectLoop template library. Yes / No checks score 1 point when met; ratings score the points shown for each option. The overall score is the percentage of points earned, with N/A answers excluded. In InspectLoop you can add photos, assign corrective actions, require sign-off and compare results across sites.

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