Deficiency in Kitchen Fire Safety Documentation
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain its cooking facilities as required by NFPA 101 standards. During an observation and document review, it was found that the facility did not have documentation for the semiannual kitchen fire suppression inspection that was due in March 2024. Additionally, there was no documentation of any kitchen hood cleanings in the past 12 months. These deficiencies were confirmed through an interview with the Facility Administrator and Maintenance Director.
Plan Of Correction
The facility will maintain all cooking facilities. The facility will complete semiannual kitchen fire suppression inspections and kitchen hood cleanings as required. Documentation will be stored and maintained by the facility. The NHA will audit fire suppression inspections and hood cleaning logs monthly to ensure they are completed as required. The maintenance director will be educated of Federal Tag F0324.