Conflicting Exit Signage in East Wing
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper exit signage, which is a requirement for maintaining unobstructed egress. During an observation on March 17, 2025, at 11:50 a.m., it was noted that in the East Wing near the nursing station, there were multiple illuminated exit signs in the corridor leading to a back courtyard that did not provide an egress route. Additionally, the exterior doors leading to the back courtyard had signage indicating that it was not a fire exit and should not be used in case of fire. This conflicting signage was confirmed during an exit interview with the Administrator and Maintenance Director on the same day at 2:00 p.m.
Plan Of Correction
All exit signs were audited and corrected by 4/7/2025. Maintenance director will report on compliance to QAPI committee.