Electrical Wiring Deficiency in Transfer Switch Room
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain electrical wiring in accordance with NFPA 70, National Electric Code, as evidenced by an open electrical junction box found in the ceiling of the transfer switch room. This deficiency was observed during a survey on April 14, 2025, at 10:17 a.m. The issue was confirmed through an interview with the Facility Administrator and Maintenance Director on April 15, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. The deficiency was identified in one of the 15 smoke compartments within the facility.
Plan Of Correction
An open electrical junction box on the ceiling of the transfer switch room was identified. The cover for the box was immediately put back on. Maintenance completed an audit throughout the facility with no other junction box issues. The maintenance department will be educated to make sure all junction boxes are covered. Audits will be completed by maintenance to ensure all junction boxes are covered, Weekly X4 weeks and monthly X 2. All audits will be reported to QAPI.