Improper Disposal of Garbage and Refuse
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper disposal of garbage and refuse, as evidenced by observations made during a survey of the Food Service Department. On an initial tour, it was noted that the blue dumpster was fully open and overflowing with cardboard boxes, with additional piles of cardboard and boxes scattered on the ground around the dumpster. A follow-up observation confirmed that the situation remained unchanged, with the dumpster still overflowing and surrounded by refuse. An interview with the Food Service Director corroborated these findings, indicating a lack of proper waste management practices in the facility.
Plan Of Correction
The recycling container has since been emptied and no other trash or garbage container on facility property is overflowing. Dietary, housekeeping and maintenance staff will be in-serviced by staff the educator or designee on importance of breaking down boxes prior to dumping in the recycle bin. Dietary Director or Designee will conduct observations weekly times 4 weeks to ensure that the recycle bin not overflowing. Results will be reported in monthly QAPI.