Security Guard Daily Patrol Checklist

Print this checklist and carry it on every shift. Check off each item as you complete it and hand it to your supervisor at shift end.

Shift Start Checks

Complete before beginning patrol — within first 15 minutes
Clocked in on Guard360 app (GPS verified)Screenshot or app confirmation as evidence
Received handover briefing from outgoing guardNote any incidents, open issues, or special instructions
Uniform, ID card, and equipment in order
Walkie-talkie / phone charged and operational
Emergency contact numbers confirmed (supervisor, fire, police)
Visitor logbook and gate pass book present and legible

Entry / Exit Point Checks

Every entry and exit gate — check at start and end of each patrol round
Main gate secure — lock/bolt inspected
Pedestrian gate(s) checked and operating correctly
Vehicle entry/exit barriers checked
Emergency exit doors — closed, not propped openEmergency exits must be openable from inside at all times
Visitor logbook updated — all visitors signed in/out
Unauthorised vehicles checked — number plate noted if suspicious

Perimeter Patrol

Walk full boundary — scan QR checkpoints at each point
Checkpoint 1 — scanned on Guard360 appLocation: ___________________________
Checkpoint 2 — scannedLocation: ___________________________
Checkpoint 3 — scannedLocation: ___________________________
Checkpoint 4 — scannedLocation: ___________________________
Fence / wall — no breach, hole, or damage observed
Lighting — all perimeter lights operationalReport any dark areas to supervisor immediately
No suspicious items, vehicles, or persons observed outside

CCTV & Equipment Status

Once per shift — note camera number if issue found
CCTV cameras operational — no offline or obstructed camerasNote camera numbers: ___________________________
DVR/NVR recording — green status light confirmed
Access control panels (if any) showing normal status
Fire extinguishers — pins intact, seals unbroken
Fire alarm panel — no fault indicators
Emergency lighting — tested and operational

Internal Area Checks

Applicable sections only — mark N/A if area does not exist
Basement / car park — no unauthorised persons, no leaks
Stairwells — clear, no obstructions, no suspicious items
Server room / generator room — locked and secure
Common areas — clear, no loitering
Rooftop (if accessible) — secure, door locked

Incidents & Observations

Any incident must also be logged in Guard360 app with photo evidence
No incidents to report this shift
Incident logged (if applicable) Brief description: ___________________________ Time: __________ Logged in Guard360: ☐ Yes
Supervisor informed of any incidents by phone
Police / fire / medical contacted (if required)Reference number: ___________________________

Shift Handover

Complete before clocking out
Handover briefing given to incoming guardAll open incidents, observations, and equipment status communicated
Visitor logbook, gate pass book, and keys handed over
This checklist signed and handed to supervisor
Clocked out on Guard360 app

Signatures

Guard Signature
Name: _______________________
Supervisor Signature
Name: _______________________

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