Obstructed Egress Paths and Blocked Exits
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain egress paths free of obstructions, affecting two of three levels. On January 23, 2025, observations revealed that both exits from the Multi-purpose Room on the first floor were blocked by furniture. Additionally, egress paths were not shoveled in several locations, including the Adult Daycare and the exit door inside the entrance to the 400 wing. Furthermore, the exit door next to resident room 701 on the first floor required excessive force to open. These findings were confirmed during an exit interview with the Administrator and Maintenance Director.
Plan Of Correction
1. The multi-purpose room furniture was immediately removed from area. The egress paths from the adult day care center and exit door, inside the entrance to the 400 wing were immediately shoveled. The exit door next to resident room 701 was repaired to ensure proper function. 2. NHA/Designee will complete a house-wide education on keeping egress doors free of obstruction. NHA/Designee will educate maintenance staff on keeping egress paths clear of snow. 3. NHA/Designee will audit exit doors and egress paths throughout the facility to ensure they are free of obstruction. 4. NHA/Designee will conduct a random audit of egress paths and exit doors weekly x4, monthly x2 to ensure they remain free of obstruction. Results of the audit will be reported at monthly QA.