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Flight attendants share 90‑second hotel safety checklist
The Association of Flight Attendants‑CWA outlines six quick steps to secure a hotel room, a practice it calls a “hotel room autopsy.”
By Felo News Desk · Published
Flight attendants have detailed a 90‑second safety checklist for hotel rooms, the Association of Flight Attendants‑CWA says. The protocol, described as a “hotel room autopsy,” is intended to reduce anxiety and improve security for crew members who frequently stay in hotels worldwide.
The checklist begins with a visual inspection of the room, ideally with a fellow crew member or hotel security staff, using a suitcase to prop the door open while checking the bathroom, closets, under the bed and behind drapes. Attendants then verify that the phone connects to emergency services, note fire‑exit locations and re‑entry possibilities, and test all door and window locks, including patio doors. Additional measures include using a portable door alarm, keeping a flashlight and room key on the nightstand, and securing personal luggage at all times.
The union’s guidance aligns with U.S. Department of State advice for travelers, emphasizing the use of all available locks and the placement of emergency tools within easy reach.
Key facts
- The Association of Flight Attendants‑CWA recommends a 90‑second hotel room safety checklist. (independent.co.uk)
- The checklist includes checking doors, locks, phone emergency numbers, fire exits and using a portable door alarm. (independent.co.uk)
- The guidance mirrors U.S. Department of State advice for travelers. (independent.co.uk)
Sources
- [1] independent.co.uk — originally reported as “Flight attendants reveal the quick security check that is a must in a hotel room”
