2i) Check Parking Lot & Bathrooms || Leave Together
1. Complete the Walkthrough
Ensure the walkthrough is thorough and comprehensive.
Aim to finish the walkthrough feeling confident that everything is secure.
2. Check Bathroom Lights
Verify that all lights in the bathrooms are turned off.
Prevent any potential incidents where clients might be in the bathroom when closing.
3. Avoid Shortchanging the Walkthrough
Be aware of past incidents where coaches have rushed the walkthrough.
Ensure no clients are left in the facility, especially in sensitive areas like showers.
4. Confirm Lobby Presence
Make sure that the people in the lobby are the last ones in the facility.
Check the parking lot to ensure all cars are accounted for before leaving.
5. Leave Together
Aim to leave the facility in groups for safety.
Avoid situations where cars leave the parking lot one by one.
6. Encourage Clients to Stay
Ask clients to remain until staff are ready to leave.
Emphasize that this is a safety protocol.
7. Understand the Importance of Safety Protocols
Recognize that leaving in numbers reduces the chance of incidents, especially at night.
Clients are generally understanding and cooperative with these protocols.
8. Follow General Closing Protocols
Keep these protocols in mind to ensure a secure and effective closing process.
Adhering to these steps helps maintain safety and security.
