Electrical System Deficiency in Laundry Room
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain electrical system protection in wet locations, specifically on the ground floor laundry room. During an observation, it was noted that electrical outlets were located within six feet of the washing machines and were not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) receptacles. This deficiency was confirmed through an interview with the maintenance supervisor, who acknowledged the receptacle deficiencies.
Plan Of Correction
1. All three identified outlets in the ground floor laundry room will be replaced with the proper GFCI outlets. 2. All other outlets in the ground floor laundry room will be audited to ensure no other outlets need to be changed to GFCI's, if within 6 feet of a sink. 3. Outlets will be monitored and reported at the next quarterly QAPI meeting/Safety meeting by Director of Maintenance.