Are all external doors and ground-floor windows securely locked and alarmed?
Are communal areas adequately lit for safety but dimmed enough for a 'night-time' feel?
Is the nurse call system volume set to an audible but non-disruptive level?
Are the laundry and kitchen areas locked and secured as per policy?
Are 'Night Checks' being performed at the intervals specified in individual care plans?
Is there evidence of 'Purposeful Interaction' (e.g., offering a drink/comfort) for residents who are awake?
Are sensor mats and fall alarms switched on and positioned correctly for high-risk residents?
Are pressure-relieving mattresses set to the correct weight and functioning quietly?
Are staff wearing appropriate uniforms and ID (not 'loungewear' or non-regulation hoodies)?
Can the Night Lead identify the emergency 'Fire Grab Pack' and explain evacuation for the current census?
Is there evidence of a 'Midnight Handover' or late-night safety huddle documented?
Are staff alert and engaged (not sleeping, using personal laptops, or watching non-work media)?