Zoo/Animal Shelter Maintenance Schedules
- Eaco
- Apr 10
- 3 min read
Healthy environments. Happy animals. Seamless operations.
In animal care facilities like zoos and shelters, maintenance isn’t just about appearances — it’s about health, safety, and compliance. From enclosures and feeding areas to HVAC, lighting, and public walkways, every detail impacts both animals and staff.
That’s why structured maintenance scheduling is essential. With Eaco, you can automate recurring tasks, reduce manual errors, and ensure both animal welfare and regulatory standards are met — every single day.
Why Maintenance Scheduling Matters in Animal Facilities
Ensures Animal Health & Wellbeing
Clean enclosures, proper air flow, and safe flooring all directly impact the physical and mental health of animals — especially in high-stress or rehabilitative environments.
Supports Regulatory Compliance
From veterinary hygiene standards to safety codes and zoo-specific legislation, scheduled maintenance ensures your facility stays inspection-ready at all times.
Prevents Equipment Downtime
Feeding systems, filtration units, and climate control equipment must be kept operational — preventive servicing keeps things running without disruption.
Keeps Staff Safe
Routine inspections of tools, gates, electrical systems, and walkways reduce the risk of injury and ensure a safe working environment for handlers and volunteers.
Improves Visitor Experience
In public-facing facilities like zoos, clean paths, working signage, and well-maintained exhibits enhance reputation and guest satisfaction.
Zoo / Animal Shelter Maintenance Schedule by Frequency
Daily Maintenance Tasks
Clean animal enclosures and refresh bedding
Sanitize feeding and watering stations
Inspect fencing, locks, and gates
Remove waste and disinfect high-traffic areas
Check HVAC systems in temperature-sensitive zones
Clean walkways and guest facilities
Monitor pest control stations
Weekly Maintenance Tasks
Deep clean indoor and outdoor enclosures
Service ventilation filters and air ducts
Inspect lighting and heat lamps for proper function
Check pumps, water features, and filters (e.g. aquariums, ponds)
Sanitize food prep and storage areas
Review signage, barriers, and safety equipment
Monthly Maintenance Tasks
Perform HVAC inspections and minor servicing
Inspect plumbing systems for leaks or clogs
Audit animal care equipment (carriers, scales, tools)
Check back-of-house staff areas (lockers, break rooms)
Test backup power supplies or generators
Inspect first aid and emergency supplies
Quarterly Maintenance Tasks
Full structural assessment of enclosures and fencing
Test fire alarms, sprinklers, and emergency lighting
Deep clean public-facing areas and ticketing zones
Review pest control logs and treatment areas
Repaint faded surfaces or high-contact zones
Conduct staff safety drills and equipment checks
Annual Maintenance Tasks
Engineer-led building and habitat inspection
Upgrade or replace filtration, lighting, or HVAC units
Waterproof outdoor shelters and shaded structures
Conduct full compliance audit (local, federal, animal care)
Review and update all SOPs and emergency plans
How Eaco Simplifies Animal Facility Maintenance
Managing a facility that cares for animals means nothing can be left to chance. Eaco helps you stay consistent, compliant, and calm — even in complex, multi-zoned environments.
Automated Scheduling
Set recurring tasks for every frequency — from daily sanitation to monthly HVAC checks — so your teams never miss a step.
Mobile Work Orders
Staff and contractors get clear instructions, upload photos, and close tasks in real time — directly from their phones.
Asset Tracking
Keep a full maintenance history on enclosures, water systems, electrical units, and more — all tagged by zone or building.
Digital Compliance Logs
Easily generate reports for inspections, incident tracking, and proof of care — no paper logbooks required.
Real-Time Oversight
Instant visibility into what’s complete, what’s overdue, and what needs attention — across one facility or an entire network.
Multi-Site Support
Built for councils, sanctuaries, wildlife parks, and organisations managing multiple shelters or campuses.
Final Thoughts
Zoos and animal shelters run on consistency in care, cleanliness, and compliance.
By adopting a structured, digital-first approach with Eaco, facility managers can reduce unplanned maintenance, protect staff and animal wellbeing, and stay ahead of regulatory demands.
Request a demo today and see how Eaco keeps your facility running — for every species, every day.
