Conflicting Exit Signage and Egress Diagram
Penalty
Summary
During an observation on April 24, 2025, it was found that the exit sign outside the staff corridor directed occupants to exit through the staff corridor in the event of an emergency, which conflicted with the emergency egress diagram displayed on the wall. The exit sign was not in accordance with the requirements for exit and directional signage, which mandate continuous illumination and alignment with emergency egress routes. This discrepancy was confirmed through an interview with the maintenance director at the time of observation. The deficiency could potentially affect 25 occupants during an emergency evacuation, as the conflicting signage may delay or obstruct emergency egress down the restricted width staff corridor.
Plan Of Correction
1. Exit sign outside the staff corridor was corrected to direct occupants as indicated on the emergency diagram displayed on the wall. 2. Audit completed of exit signs to ensure correct and match emergency diagram posted. Corrections made as needed. 3. Administrator/Designee completed education to Maintenance Director on exit signage. 4. Maintenance Director/Designee will complete random audits of exit signage to ensure occupants are directed in the appropriate direction according to emergency diagram posted with findings submitted to QAPI for review and recommendations. 5. Administrator is responsible for maintaining compliance.