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K0911
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Exposed Electrical Wiring in Facility

Newtown, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 12-09-2024

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to maintain the protection of electrical wiring, which affected one of two floors. During an observation on December 9, 2024, at 10:10 a.m., it was noted that in the Housekeeping/Electrical Room on the ground floor, two junction boxes above the ceiling tiles were missing their cover plates, leaving the inner wiring exposed. Additionally, at 10:20 a.m. on the same day, it was observed that in the corridor by the elevator on the ground floor, an HVAC device was missing a cover plate, also exposing the inner wiring. These deficiencies were confirmed during an exit interview with the Facility Administrator and Maintenance Supervisor on December 9, 2024, at 12:15 p.m.

Plan Of Correction

The facility does and shall continue to ensure the protection of electrical wiring within the facility. Pennswood Village Facilities will place cover plates on the junction boxes in the Housekeeping/Electrical Room, and ensure that the HVAC device by the elevator has the missing cover is properly fastened to the unit. Repair shall be made by 12/30/2024. The Maintenance Manager/Designee will continue to conduct weekly rounds to identify and repair electrical wiring issues. The Maintenance Manager/Designee will see that all electrical work being done in the facility is done to completion. Pennswood Village Maintenance Manager/Designee will oversee compliance.

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