What the CQC found at Walkden Manor

Inspectors found that checks of fire alarms, extinguishers, gas safety and electrical installations had been completed without faults being identified.

“We found appropriate maintenance checks had been carried out, including checks of fire alarms and extinguishers.” from the report

Each person living at the home had a plan setting out their mobility needs and the help they might need from staff during an evacuation.

“Each person living at the home had a Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan which took into account people's mobility requirements and the support they may need from staff.” from the report

The chairs that had blocked a rear fire exit had been moved, and the waste near the gas boiler was being cleared.

“Chairs had been found blocking a fire exit at the rear of the building and we found these had now been moved.” from the report

A large amount of waste was stored close to a gas boiler, creating a fire risk. The area was being cleared during the inspection.

“Within the loft space of the home, a large quantity of waste was being stored in close proximity to a gas boiler, which presented a fire risk.” from the report

Several fire doors did not close correctly, some were damaged and some had gaps that could allow smoke through.

“Several fire doors within the home were seen to not close correctly when the fire service had visited and some were in a state of disrepair.” from the report

Staff knowledge was limited when inspectors asked about fire safety. More practical training was planned.

“Staff knowledge had been limited when asked about fire safety. Further practical training was now planned to take place.” from the report

The fire-risk assessment did not include the concerns identified by the fire service. A new assessment was being completed.

“A fire risk assessment was in place, although it did not detail the concerns identified by the fire service.” from the report