Failure to Maintain GFCI Protection in Electrical Receptacles
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain electrical receptacles in compliance with NFPA 101 standards in two specific areas. During an observation on January 15, 2025, it was noted that the ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection was not ensured for the receptacle used by the ice machine in the main floor employee lounge and the receptacle in the main floor kitchen dishwashing area. This deficiency was confirmed through an interview with the maintenance supervisor conducted on the same day.
Plan Of Correction
1. Facility immediately contacted a third-party contractor to evaluate outlets with need for GFCI and replace the outlets identified with GFCI outlets to include the employee lounge for the ice machine and the main floor dishwashing receptacle area. 2. GFCI receptacles have been replaced.