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Obstruction in Exit Corridor

Berwick, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 03-31-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

The facility failed to maintain exit access in accordance with NFPA 101 standards, specifically in one of the ten smoke compartments. During an observation on March 31, 2025, at 12:11 pm, it was noted that a wooden pallet and a vacuum cleaner were stored in the exit corridor near Resident Room 53. This obstruction in the exit corridor was confirmed during an exit interview with the Facility Administrator and the Facilities Manager on the same day at 1:15 pm.

Plan Of Correction

1. A wooden pallet and vacuum cleaner were being stored near resident room 53, in the exit corridor. 2. The wooden pallet and vacuum cleaner were immediately removed from the exit corridor near resident room 53. 3. The Maintenance manager/Designee will audit the affected area and other potential areas to ensure the facility maintains a proper means of egress. 4. Corrective Action Date: April 17, 2025

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