Assign pools before the shift starts
List each pool, robot, filter basket and pickup time. Staff should know which unit serves which pool before closing so equipment is not shared without tracking.
Capture exceptions, not every normal pass
A practical SOP records missed areas, heavy debris, basket damage, battery concerns and chemical alerts. Normal robot cycles should be quick to sign off.
Stage the morning handoff
Charge, rinse baskets, return robots to storage and leave notes for maintenance before guests arrive. The goal is a clean pool deck and a documented equipment state.