Improper Disposal of Refuse
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to dispose of refuse in a sanitary manner, as observed during a survey. The facility's policy on Solid Waste Management, dated 11/30/2014, mandates that solid waste be handled and disposed of to ensure a safe and sanitary environment. However, during an observation on 03/31/25, the garbage area near the back of the main kitchen was found littered with debris, including dirty gloves, food debris, cans of soda, bottled water, medicine cups, supplements, and other refuse. A subsequent observation on 04/1/25 revealed three garbage bins overflowing with garbage bags, with dirty gloves and other debris scattered around the main dumpster area. Interviews with the Kitchen Manager and the Administrator indicated a lack of clarity regarding responsibility for maintaining cleanliness in the garbage area, as the Kitchen Manager was unaware of who was responsible for ensuring the area was cleaned and contained.