Information

  • Store:

  • Conducted on

  • Store Manager

  • Assistant Store Manager

  • Merchandise Department Manager

  • Customer Service Manager

  • Babies Department Manager

  • Seasonal / Additional Department Manager

  • Prepared by

Front End

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Is the Catalogue Stand maintained? (10)

  • Shopping baskets are available for Customer use? (20)

  • Trolley Bay is maintained and clean, with adequate trolleys available for the day's trade? (20)<br> - no rubbish in or under trolleys & all in working order

  • Is the Refunds Counter clean and housekeeping standards are maintained at the Register Area? (10)<br> - underneath bins, behind signs, low height gondola's etc.

  • Are the current Roto Apologies setup on the notice board and up to date? (10)<br>

  • Is there evidence the Visitor sign-in log is being used correctly at all time, and inductions are up to date. (20)<br> - check recent sign in activity for compliance<br> - check induction log from 01 Jan (visitor inductions only valid until the end of each year)

  • Are Register Operators calling for assistance at every opportunity to ensure queues are being managed appropriately? (20)<br> - No unnecessary wait times for customers

  • Front End staff have full awareness of exits and EAS gates are being reacted to? (30)

  • Gift Card Stand and register locations are full and offer a variety of designs (20)

  • Is there evidence that Checklists are driving daily tasks at the Front End? (50)<br> - Check 3 signed off items for compliance (1 must be housekeeping)<br> - No checklist or unsatisfactory completion = 0 points

  • Is there evidence that Management are following-up checklists daily? (20)<br> - Checklist must have Manager's signature on it and areas audited must be highlighted

  • Is the Schweppes fridge full and is there a clear maintenance schedule? (10)<br> - Maintenance schedule includes<br> - Rotation of stock<br> - Clean and dust free - both internal and external<br> - Daily replenishment

  • Is the confectionary area free from out of date product? (10)<br> - no product on show at full price within 3 weeks of expiry date

  • Is Re-Shop being maintained throughout the entire day? (10)

Loyalty Program

  • Did the store achieve 50% conversion to sales or above on the last 'full week' VIP report? (50)

  • Are the Operators talking to every customer about the VIP Club (20) <br> - observe at least three transactions.<br> - are pamphlets given with new cards?

Front End Associate

  • Enter Associate's Name

  • Associate can explain as to when or why they would report an incident? (10)<br>* Any sort of Staff Member injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Any sort of Customer injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Potential Hazard<br>* Near Miss

  • Associate can explain 3 current items on White Board? (10)

  • Associate can explain the correct process on transacting a baby registry sale? (10)

  • Associate can explain three add on opportunities at the register? (10)

  • Associate can explain the process for redeeming VIP club points? (10)

  • Associate can explain when they would need to request a pull on their register (10).

  • Associate uniform complies with company policy? (20)<br>* Clean TRU Polo Shirt<br>* Lanyard with printed name (name must be correct)<br>* Black dress Pants/Skirt<br>* Black dress closed-heel Shoes (polishable)<br>* No jackets/cardigans being worn (a long sleeve t-shirt underneath their TRU shirt in either matching to the T Shirt, White or Black or a TRU vest is allowed)

Salesfloor

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

Merchandising For Sales

  • Does the feel of store upon entering engage the customer and resemble the current company strategy / theme from a CUSTOMER POINT OF VIEW? (50)<br> - Pricing - mix of Advertised / New / Value product.<br> - Layout<br> - Feel<br> - Full<br> - Product<br> - Current Promotional Activity

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  • Vendor funded Feature Wall and Area's are currently setup as scheduled and only include allocated vendor's stock? (50)<br> - eg Lego does not have Funtastic Lego product etc.<br> - 'Red Hot Deal' section MUST be compliant to layout (if sold out, email sent and alternate hot stock used)<br> - Fullness level adequate <br> - No empty sections

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  • Review two current items from the store planning bulletin for compliance (30)<br> - Check current or previous week bulletin for task points and compliance.

  • Does the store racetrack engage the customer and resemble the current company strategy / themes from a CUSTOMER POINT OF VIEW? (30)<br> - Endcaps<br> - Bulk Stacks<br> - Wire Bins<br> - Layout and Feel<br> - Current Promotional Activity

Aisle 1

  • Enter aisle location / range

  • Check Aisle 1 for Not On Shows (50)<br> - items on overstocks (or storerooms) not represented within aisle

  • Check same aisle for Labelling - How many are missing or incorrect? (30) 10 points deducted for each up to 3<br> - including clearance tie up.

  • Is the fullness level adequate in the aisle? (20)

  • Is the Lead in range to the aisle representing current trend / hottest product? (20)

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  • Aisle 1 Front End Cap is full, priced, relevant and showing value? (20)

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Aisle 2

  • Enter aisle location / range

  • Check Aisle 2 for Not On Shows (50)<br> - items on overstocks (or storerooms) not represented within aisle

  • Check same aisle for Labelling - How many are missing or incorrect? (30) 10 points deducted for each up to 3<br> - including clearance tie up.

  • Is the fullness level adequate in the aisle? (20)

  • Is the Lead in range to the aisle representing current trend / hottest product? (20)

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  • Aisle 2 Front End Cap is full, priced, relevant and showing value? (20)

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Aisle 3

  • Enter aisle location / range

  • Check Aisle 3 for Not On Shows (50)<br> - items on overstocks (or storerooms) not represented within aisle

  • Check same aisle for Labelling - How many are missing or incorrect? (30) 10 points deducted for each up to 3<br> - including clearance tie up.

  • Is the fullness level adequate in the aisle? (20)

  • Is the Lead in range to the aisle representing current trend / hottest product? (20)

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  • Aisle 3 Front End Cap is full, priced, relevant and showing value? (20)

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Process

  • Is the book aisle recovered and presented to standard? (20)

  • Are the Animal Alley and Licensed Plush aisles recovered and presented to standard? (20)

  • Is the Schleich stand recovered and presented to standard? (20)

  • No Salesfloor Fire Extinguishers or Exits blocked or obstructed at any stage during audit? (30)

  • Overstocks stacked correctly and not posing any safety hazards? (20)<br> - Oddments are minimal.

  • No trip hazards or safety risks on the sales shop floor at any stage during audit? (30)<br> - All trip hazards should be removed from shop floor<br> - Identified safety risks removed from harm to customers and staff

  • Is there evidence of the 5 metre rule being actioned consistently on the Salesfloor by both Management and Associate's? (30)

  • Is there evidence the Side Cap specialist has been trained correctly? (30)<br> - Check Quality of side caps including pricing and adjacencies.<br> - Check fullness of side caps

  • Have all Night Fill associates completed the Nightfill Steps Manual? (30)<br>Check three associates

  • Is the Night Fill Managers checklist correctly in use? (30)

Salesfloor Associate

  • Enter Associate's Name

  • Associate can explain 3 current items on White Board? (10)

  • Is there evidence that Task Worksheets are being used in addition to Checklists? (20)

  • Associate can explain the correct procedure when using their box cutter? (5)<br> - cut away from self<br> - do not have attached to lanyard<br> - modify for left hand use

  • Associate can explain as to when or why they would report an incident? (10)<br>* Any sort of Staff Member injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Any sort of Customer injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Potential Hazard<br>* Near Miss

  • Associate can explain the terms and conditions for a lay by setup? (10)<br>

  • Associate can explain the TRU Price Match Policy? (10)

  • Associate uniform complies with company policy? (20)<br>* Clean TRU Polo Shirt<br>* Lanyard with printed name (name must be correct)<br>* Black dress Pants/Skirt<br>* Black dress closed-heel Shoes (polishable)<br>* No jackets/cardigans being worn (a long sleeve t-shirt underneath their TRU shirt in either matching to the T Shirt, White or Black or a TRU vest is allowed)

Babies

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

BRU Aisle 1

  • Enter aisle location / range

  • Check BRU aisle 1 for Not On Shows (30)<br> - items on overstocks (or storerooms) not represented within aisle

  • Check same aisle for Labelling - How many are missing or incorrect? (30) 10 points deducted for each up to 3<br> - including clearance tie up.

  • Is the fullness level adequate in the aisle? (20)

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BRU Aisle 2

  • Enter aisle location / range

  • Check BRU aisle 2 for Not On Shows (30)<br> - items on overstocks (or storerooms) not represented within aisle

  • Check same aisle for Labelling - How many are missing or incorrect? (30) 10 points deducted for each up to 3<br> - including clearance tie up.

  • Is the fullness level adequate in the aisle? (20)

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Process

  • Is the Apparel area presented to standard (30)<br> - sized<br> - level 1 and 2 recovery done as minimum<br> - level 3 desirable

  • Is the consumables area free from out of date product and there is evidence that Consumable products nearing expiry date are being marked down for quick sale? (50)<br> - no product on show at full price within 3 weeks of expiry date

  • Are there hand baskets available for customer use in the Consumables aisle? (20)

  • Are there hand baskets available for customer use in the HBA aisle? (20)

  • Stock Up Essentials End Cap is setup and correct to current months layout? (20)

  • Baby Registry Desk is clean, tidy and clutter free, with supplies availble? (20)<br>- No stock<br>- No paperwork or printing backlog at desk

  • No BRU Fire Extinguishers or Exits blocked or obstructed at any stage during audit? (30)

  • No trip hazards or safety risks on the BRU shop floor at any stage during audit? (30)<br> - All trip hazards should be removed from shop floor<br> - Identified safety risks removed from harm to customers and staff

  • Is there evidence of the 5 metre rule being actioned consistently in Babies by both Associate's and Management? (50)

  • Is there evidence that Checklists are driving daily tasks in Babies? (50)<br> - Check 3 signed off items for compliance (1 must be housekeeping)<br> - No checklist or unsatisfactory completion = 0 points

  • Is there evidence that Management are following-up checklists daily? (20)<br> - Checklist must have Manager's signature on it and areas audited must be highlighted

Evidence of Daily Ticket Maintenance.

  • Are you satisfied that ticket tours are occurring each day and as required? <br>If yes, check accuracy of three out of stock / display item ticket packs? (below) <br>40 points lost per incorrect ticket pack - up to 3

  • Empty Ticket Pack #1

  • Empty Ticket Pack #2

  • Empty Ticket Pack #3

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #1 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #2 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #3 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

  • Are Stock Comparisons occurring, being actioned and filed? (50)<br> - Check folder last 4 weeks<br> - Check 3 new builds are on show and priced

Babies Associates

  • Enter Associate's Name

  • Associate can explain 3 current items on White Board? (10)

  • Is there evidence that Task Worksheets are being used in addition to Checklists? (20)

  • Associate can explain the correct procedure when using their box cutter? (5)<br> - cut away from self<br> - do not have attached to lanyard<br> - modify for left hand use

  • Associate can explain the terms and conditions for a lay by setup? (10)<br>

  • Associate can explain the BRU Price Match Policy? (10)

  • Associate uniform complies with company policy? (20)<br>* Clean TRU Polo Shirt<br>* Lanyard with printed name (name must be correct)<br>* Black dress Pants/Skirt<br>* Black dress closed-heel Shoes (polishable)<br>* No jackets/cardigans being worn (a long sleeve t-shirt underneath their TRU shirt in either matching to the T Shirt, White or Black or a TRU vest is allowed)

Ticket

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Are the bike racks full, clean and maintained? (30)<br> - if sold, are the bikes pulled ready for assembly

  • Display Powered Vehicles and Ride-On's samples are clean, accessible and POP Ticket Packs are uniform throughout department? (10)<br> - 1 incorrect = 0 points

  • Housekeeping standards in Enviro/Outdoor are at an acceptable level? (10)<br> - no rubbish<br> - no damaged stock<br> - no build up of mess<br> - evidence of sweeping and dusting occuring

  • Display Enviro/Outdoor samples are clean, accessible and POP Ticket Packs are uniform throughout department? (10)<br> - 1 incorrect = 0 points

  • Are the blue Think Safe signs on display throughout the outdoor area's and clearly in view? (10)

  • Is there evidence that Checklists are driving daily tasks in Ticket? (30)<br> - Check 3 signed off items for compliance (1 must be housekeeping)<br> - No checklist or unsatisfactory completion = 0 points

  • Is there evidence that Management are following-up checklists daily? (20)<br> - Checklist must have Manager's signature on it and areas audited must be highlighted

Evidence of Daily Ticket Maintenance.

  • Are you satisfied that ticket tours are occurring each day and as required? <br>If yes, check accuracy of three out of stock / display item ticket packs? (below) <br>40 points lost per incorrect ticket pack - up to 3

  • Empty Ticket Pack #1

  • Empty Ticket Pack #2

  • Empty Ticket Pack #3

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #1 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #2 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

  • Does Empty Ticket Pack #3 have stock available to purchase? (ticket pack is incorrect) (40)

Ticket Associate

  • Enter Associate's Name

  • Associate can explain 3 current items on White Board? (10)

  • Is there evidence that Task Worksheets are being used in addition to Checklists? (20)

  • Associate can explain when the Bike Builder is in? (10)<br> - should be a set day every week

  • Associate can explain the correct procedure when using their box cutter? (5)<br> - cut away from self<br> - do not have attached to lanyard<br> - modify for left hand use

  • Associate can explain as to when or why they would report an incident? (10)<br>* Any sort of Staff Member injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Any sort of Customer injury (no matter how small or big)<br>* Potential Hazard<br>* Near Miss

  • Associate uniform complies with company policy? (20)<br>* Clean TRU Polo Shirt<br>* Lanyard with printed name (name must be correct)<br>* Black dress Pants/Skirt<br>* Black dress closed-heel Shoes (polishable)<br>* No jackets/cardigans being worn (a long sleeve t-shirt underneath their TRU shirt in either matching to the T Shirt, White or Black or a TRU vest is allowed)

Storeroom

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Is the external Loading Dock area free of bales, rubbish and damaged trolleys/fixtures etc.? (10)

  • Is there a splitting area in place with evidence that stock is being split correctly into categories? (50)

  • Is there evidence that manifests are being correctly used and highlighted items have been identified? (30)

  • Items with multiple boxes clearly marked with box numbers and skn (tramps, cots), stacked together. (30)<br> - One missed = Zero Points

  • Ticket Items with multiple pieces per carton have clearly been labelled with qty using black texta. (30)<br>- Check Car Seats, Umbrella strollers, playpens, Junior trampolines,

  • All Car seat boxes clearly labelled with the skn using black texta? (30) 10 points deducted for any missing up to 3

  • All Stroller boxes clearly labelled with the skn using black texta? (30) 10 points deducted for any missing up to 3

  • Are all relevant items racked away correctly with arrows up ? (25 points each)

  • Cots / Wooden Furniture?

  • Gym Sets / Outdoor Product?

  • Lay By Racking?

  • Has safety been prioritised when storing product in the racking / storerooms? (40)<br>E.G.<br> - No two person lift items unnecessarily stored on the top level of racking<br> - Items are stacked safely with no risk of falling.

  • Is the bike assembly area clean and maintained? (10)

  • Is there evidence that the store is taking appropriate measures to source parts for or sell at a reduced price products that are missing parts? (20)<br> - Check storeroom for boxes open or missing pieces and check follow-up<br>

  • Is there evidence of each storeroom being swept and tidied regularly? (20 points for each storeroom)
    (minimum of 2 brooms must be available in store)
    add new storeroom for each location

  • Storeroom
  • Is there evidence of this storeroom being swept and tidied regularly? (20)

  • No Storeroom Fire Extinguishers or Exits blocked or obstructed at any stage during audit? (30)

  • No trip hazards or safety risks in the storeroom at any stage during audit? (30)<br> - All trip hazards should be removed from shop floor<br> - Identified safety risks removed from harm to customers and staff<br> - e.g. Strapping from Trampolines, loose sand, etc...

  • IS there an up to date WAV / Forklift approved user list and completed daily Pre Start checklist available? (30)

  • Is there evidence Self Service tickets have been printed for all received ticket lines on the same day as receiving? (50)<br> - check ticket manifest log<br> - check ticket qty of received item

  • Are Stock Comparisons occurring, Being actioned and filed? (50)<br> - Check folder last 4 weeks<br> - Check 3 new builds are on show and priced

Breakroom / Amenities

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

Break Room

  • Microwave and other appliances clean and in working order? (10)

  • Fridge is clean and maintained? (10)<br>- No out of date product

  • Tea and Coffee making facilities and supplies are available for staff? (10)<br> - including in-date Milk.

  • Most current Operations, Store Planning and LP Bulletins are made available in the break room? (10)

  • Whiteboard information is current and relevant? (10)

  • Is the roster posted in the Breakroom at least 2 weeks in advance? (20)<br> - check dates printed

  • Lighting is adequate in Break Room? (10)

Amenities

  • Is the Cleaner's Room kept locked at all times? (10)

  • Are the hygiene standards adequate in the Female Toilet? (10)<br> - soap and toilet paper readily available<br> - all fixtures are functioning correctly

  • Are the hygiene standards adequate in the Male Toilet? (10)<br> - soap and toilet paper readily available<br> - all fixtures are functioning correctly

  • Are the hygiene standards adequate in the Disabled Toilet? (10)<br> - soap and toilet paper readily available<br> - all fixtures are functioning correctly

  • Are the hygiene standards adequate in the Parent's Room? (10)<br> - soap and toilet paper readily available<br> - all fixtures are functioning correctly

  • Lighting is adequate in all bathrooms and cleaners room? (10)

Layby

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Are Lay by's being reconciled monthly as per sent reports? (30)<br>- Check folder for compliance - comments included

  • Are cancelled lay by's being pulled and re-shopped as required? (30)<br>- Check 3 lay by's from last cancelled report, One incorrect = No points.

  • Have all Lay By's correctly being racked and organised by last digit of lay by number as per instruction manual? (30)<br>- not alphabetical<br>- not pick up date

  • Is the Lay by area neat and organised and setup for maximum space and efficiency? (20)

  • Are Lay by's being linked to the AS400 during the Customer's sale? (20)<br> - Check ISP for any unlinked lay by's

Ship From Store

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Staging area is controlled and no loose merchandise present? (10)

  • Has the store setup a storage box for supply of air cushions at the SFS area? (10)<br>- With Air cushions available at all times.

  • Are there an adequate amount of supplies available? (three week's worth minimum) (10)<br> - including, boxes, satchels, tape, packing slips.

  • Does the box size being used match the Pick Slip requested size? (10)<br> - Check 1 order

  • Couriers are scanning the deliveries before leaving the store? (10)

  • Are the SFS audits up to date for the last two weeks? (10)

Loss Prevention Committee

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Has the LP Checklist been completed for the previous week? (10)<br> - No follow-up email from Omar to store

  • Is the most recent pilferage amount displayed in the breakroom? (10)

  • Has there been an LP meeting in the last four weeks? (20)<br> - minutes to be posted on the LP board in break room.

  • Is the Loss Prevention Committee up to date on the LP board? (10)

  • Tile Time is being conducted hourly (as a minimum) throughout duration of audit? (30)<br>1 missed Tile Time = 0 points

Work Health & Safety Committee

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

  • Are SOP Sign Offs completed for the previous month as per the Safety Activities Schedule? (30)

  • Have SFG meeting and inspections being completed for the previous month? (30)

  • Are there at least two first aid kits full and maintained within the store? (10)<br> - All items are within date<br> - Single use Ice-Packs not reused.<br> - front of store and back of store.

  • Are SFG Members, Fire Wardens and First Aid Officers up to date on the evacuation plan? (10)

  • Is the Fire evacuation plan clearly with in view? (10)

  • No unattended ladders are on the shop floor at any stage during the audit during trade? (70)<br>1 ladder = 0 points

Store Management

  • Please select Manager Position responsible for category

Manager's Office & Count Room

  • Is the Manager's Office clean, tidy and free of clutter? (20)<br> - Including windows being free from hold slips, claim checks, notes etc.

  • Emergency contact numbers and procedures are available in the Office? (5)<br> - IT out of hours contact and procedure on display<br> - Sodexo emergency number and procedure on display<br> - Emergency Services<br> - Centre Security

  • Are there separate 'Opening & Closing' checklists in place with 2 employee signatures for both Opening and closing of store? (20)

  • Is there evidence that Manager's are using the diary? (30)<br> - check points are been acknowledged and actioned

  • Is there evidence of the daily morning meeting occurring and a daily 'Allocation Sheet' in place displaying staff lunch breaks? (30)

  • Are full store critiques being actioned weekly by the Store Manager / Assistant Manager? (100)<br> - 1 critique book for entire store<br> - Book must be produced and evidence that last 4 weeks critiques have been completed<br> - Department Manager's must be included in their department's walk

  • Is there evidence of stock requests being sent to Inventory Control with Buyer and RM CC'd? (10)<br> - Manager to show email history

  • Has the store conducted a roto check on the morning of or night prior to launch and identified issues have been rectified? (50)<br>(tick and flick)

  • Have the weekly Price Changes been actioned for current week? (50)<br> - check 3 skns from each department<br> - check for management audit

  • Is there a specific Side Cap specialist rostered on current week? (30)<br> - Must be highlighted in Scheduling Employees<br> - Shifts must occur outside of trade or peak period hours.

  • Is there an adequate number Nightfills rostered per week? (50)<br> - minimum 3 hour duration, commencement after trade.<br> - A stores - minimum of 3<br> - B/C stores - minimum of 2<br>

  • Have you witnessed customer and staff bag checks being conducted throughout the day? (20)

  • Is there evidence that the Management Meeting is being completed weekly? (100)<br> - Meeting Minutes being kept and tasks delegated with completion dates?<br> - Check previous 3 weeks via Area Manager collation process

  • Is there evidence that the store has conducted a 'Best Practice Review' self audit for the relevant quarter? (50)<br> - action plan must be completed

Recruitment / Rostering

  • Is there evidence that labour is being tracked daily? (20)<br>

  • Is the Seasonal Recruitment plan complete for all departments? (50)<br> - includes all Current and TBA associates

Management Knowledge

  • Please select Manager Position

  • Enter Manager's Name

  • Manager can explain alarm callout procedure? (10)

  • Manager can explain the current month's SOP sign-off? (10)

  • Manager can explain the top 10 Non Negotiable's relevant to their department? (20)

  • Manager can list the SFG members and two items from the last meeting? (20)

  • Manager can summarise the BRU strategy for FY16? (20)

  • Manager can summarise the TRU strategy for FY16? (20)

Sign Off

  • Auditors Signature

  • Manager's Signature

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