Improper Use of Power Strips in Facility
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to comply with regulations regarding the use of power strips and electrical extension cords, as observed during a survey. On December 23, 2024, between 10:09 a.m. and 10:27 a.m., surveyors noted two specific instances of non-compliance. On the first floor, in the Nurse Manager Office, a coffee pot was plugged into an outlet strip. Additionally, in the Basement Manager of Center Scheduling office, a refrigerator was plugged into an outlet strip. These observations were confirmed during an exit interview with the Assistant Administrator and the Maintenance Director, indicating a breach of the facility's electrical safety protocols.
Plan Of Correction
Electrical power strips/extension cords have been removed from 1st floor nurses station and Scheduler's office. Maintenance Dir/designee will re-educate staff to refrain from using power strips/extension cords. Maintenance Dir/designee will complete initial audits to ensure no power strips/extension cords are being used. Maintenance will conduct random weekly audits of 5 offices/rooms to ensure no power strips/extension are being used. Maintenance Director will report the findings of the audits to the QAPI Committee X 3 months.