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K0920
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Improper Use of Extension Cord in Electrical Panel

North Wales, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 02-10-2025

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 comply with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards regarding the use of electrical devices. During an observation on February 10, 2025, at 11:45 a.m., it was found that an orange extension cord was improperly plugged into a surge protector inside an electrical panel labeled PNL-MEC09, located in the C/D Corridor Storage Room on the second floor. This setup was not in accordance with the NFPA guidelines, which prohibit the use of extension cords as a substitute for fixed wiring and require that they be removed immediately after their temporary use. The deficiency was confirmed during an exit interview with the Administrator and Maintenance Director on the same day at 1:45 p.m.

Plan Of Correction

Extension cord was removed from inside the electrical panel on the C/D corridor storage room. Facility will prohibit the improper use of electrical devices in the facility. Maintenance staff will be in-serviced on proper use of electrical devices. A random weekly audit X3 weeks to ensure no improper use of electrical devices, findings reported to QAPI.

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