Improper Use of Electrical Power Cords
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain proper use of electrical power cords, as observed during a survey on January 22, 2025. Two specific deficiencies were noted: first, a refrigerator in the administrator's office was plugged into a power strip, which was subsequently removed during the survey. Second, a refrigerator in the soiled utility room on Unit 1 was found to be plugged into an extension cord. These observations were confirmed through an interview with the maintenance specialist, indicating non-compliance with the relevant NFPA standards regarding the use of power strips and extension cords.
Plan Of Correction
A. Refrigerator plugged into power strip in ADMIN office: Refrigerator immediately unplugged from power strip and plugged into wall; power strip removed from administrator's office. Maintenance completed whole house audit for power strip, no additional findings. NHA/Designee will be educating maintenance staff by 21MAR2025 on regulations regarding power strips. Maintenance will complete audits weekly x 4 the building for power strips, addressing negative findings immediately. Ad Hoc education as needed. The results of the audits will be forwarded to the facility Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee for further review and recommendations. B. Unit 1 Soiled Rm. Refrigerator plugged into extension cord: Refrigerator immediately unplugged from extension cord and plugged into wall; extension cord removed from Unit 1 soiled utility room. Maintenance completed whole house audit for extension cords, no additional findings. NHA/Designee will be educating maintenance staff by 21MAR2025 on regulations regarding extension cords. Maintenance will complete audits weekly x 4 throughout the building for extension cords, addressing negative findings immediately. Ad Hoc education as needed. The results of the audits will be forwarded to the facility Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) committee for further review and recommendations.