Behind the Scenes of Spot On Audits

Behind the Scenes: Why I Started Spot On Audits

By Michael Seymour

When people ask why I started Spot On Audits, I always say the same thing:

Because I’ve lived it.

I’ve stripped beds, scrubbed skirting boards, and deep-cleaned rooms in the middle of summer heatwaves — all while trying to hit impossible checklists and still smile at guests.

My journey in hospitality began over a decade ago. I worked across B&Bs, family-run guesthouses, and high-end hotels — including five-star properties like the Marriott. Along the way, I observed the pressure that small accommodation providers face. The to-do lists are long. The reviews are public. The standards are high, and support is low.

But here's the truth I've learned: Guests won’t always complain — but they always notice.

That’s why I founded Spot On Audits — to offer honest, practical support that helps local guesthouses stay ahead of problems before they become reviews.

🧽 It’s Not Just About Clean — It’s About Safe

One thing I’ve noticed over the years? Health and safety often get left behind in the scramble to get rooms turned over.

• Are COSHH protocols being followed?

• Are cleaning chemicals stored and labelled properly?

• Are team members trained on how to use them safely?

• Are manual handling risks, slips, or trip hazards being ignored?

Spot On Audits doesn’t just look at dust or smudges. We look at compliance, accountability, and safe working practices.

When I audit a property, I bring more than a checklist — I bring real-world housekeeping knowledge, up-to-date health and safety awareness, and a sharp eye for things that could cost you more than a bad review.

Whether it’s a forgotten safety data sheet, an unlabelled spray bottle, or cleaning routines that violate COSHH, I help you identify and fix it before it becomes a risk.

🙌 Support, Not Stress

Spot On Audits isn’t about catching you out. It’s about helping you maintain the high standards you’re already striving for — without burning yourself or your team out in the process.

Think of me as a second pair of eyes — someone who understands the balance between real-world cleaning and best-practice compliance.

From front-of-house impressions to back-of-house safety, I’ve got your blind spots covered.

💬 Curious what your guests — or your insurers — might notice first?

I offer free, no-pressure consultations for local guesthouses and B&Bs in Blackpool.

✔️ Cleanliness

✔️ COSHH / chemical safety

✔️ Health & safety compliance

✔️ Guest impressions

✔️ Staff routines

Want to see what we see?

If you’re based in Blackpool and run a B&B, guesthouse or small hotel, we’re offering free initial consultations to get you started. No obligation, just insight.

Because at Spot On Audits, we don’t clean.We keep your standards alive.

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