Electrical Receptacle Deficiency in Laundry Room
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain electrical receptacles in compliance with safety standards in one of over thirty rooms. During an observation on April 8, 2025, at 10:55 a.m., it was noted that the A wing resident laundry room had a washing machine that was not equipped with ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. This deficiency was confirmed through an interview with the maintenance supervisor at the same time, who acknowledged the lack of GFCI protection for the electrical outlet in question.
Plan Of Correction
Laundry room receptacle replaced with ground fault circuit interrupter protection. Whole house audit to be completed by Environmental Services Supervisor or designee to ensure all outlets are in compliance by 4/30. Findings to be discussed at Quality Assurance Performance Improvement meeting.