Electrical Panel Latch Deficiency
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the protection of electrical wiring, specifically affecting one of the three floors. During an observation on January 30, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., it was noted that the electrical panel labeled MR1 in the Mechanical Room on the ground floor had a missing latch. This missing latch prevented the cover of the electrical panel from closing properly. The deficiency was confirmed during an exit interview with the Administrator and the Maintenance Director at 11:30 a.m. on the same day.
Plan Of Correction
Step 1 Latch placed on the electrical panel labeled MR1 in the ground floor Mechanical Room. Step 2 A facility-wide audit of all electrical panels was completed to ensure that all panels have covers that positively close. Step 3 The maintenance team was educated on the requirement for electrical panels to have covers that are positively closed. Step 4 The maintenance director/ designee will complete the audit monthly x 4 and findings will be reviewed during QAPI meeting.