Open the polls using the EAC morning checklist

Practice the sequence you already learned for “Open the polls using the EAC morning checklist” until the order feels automatic. Drill the election-morning order from poll-worker training. Voters are not admitted before the tabulator is zeroed and the poll book is opened.

1. Verify seals and serial numbers against the chain-of-custody sheet.
2. Set up voting booths.
3. Set the accessible path.
4. Post the required notices.
5. Power on the tabulator or BMD.
6. Print the zero tape.
7. Compare the zero count to the expected empty totals.
8. Open the electronic or paper poll book.
9. Record opening counts.
10. Collect the required opening signatures.
11. Unlock the doors only at the legal opening time.
12. Do not admit voters before the tabulator is zeroed and the poll book is open.