Exposed Electrical Wiring in Transformer Room
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the protection of electrical wiring, as observed on December 17, 2024. During an inspection at 12:15 p.m., it was noted that a duplex switch in the 2-South electrical transformer room was missing its protective cover, leaving the inner wiring exposed. This deficiency was confirmed during an exit interview with the Administrator and Maintenance Director at 1:00 p.m. on the same day.
Plan Of Correction
The facility will maintain protection of electrical wiring at all levels of care. The duplex switch cover in the 2-South electrical transformer room has been installed. Audits will be conducted once a week for 4 weeks, bi-weekly for a month to ensure compliance. The Facilities Director or designee will bring such audits to the QA meeting monthly x3 in order for the QA team to verify compliance.