Failure to Test and Repair Hospital-Grade Electrical Receptacles
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure that hospital-grade electrical receptacles at patient bed locations and areas where deep sedation or general anesthesia is administered were tested after initial installation, replacement, or servicing, as required by NFPA 99. During a record review, it was found that multiple outlets in resident rooms throughout the building failed inspection in 2024, and there was no documentation or evidence provided to show that these outlets were repaired or replaced. This deficiency was confirmed by the Maintenance Director at the time of discovery. No information was provided regarding the specific medical history or condition of the residents affected at the time of the deficiency.
Plan Of Correction
Element 1: Multiple outlets in resident rooms failed inspection and documentation did not indicate repair or replacement. Documentation now includes date and type of corrective action. Element 2: This deficient practice has the potential to impact the 30 residents near those outlets in the event of a fire. Element 3: Physical Plant Manager instructed maintenance personnel to document the date and type of corrective action on 06/03/2025. Element 4: Physical Plant Manager will be responsible for sustained compliance. Audits will be done monthly and brought to QAPI.