Shower Room Not Maintained in Safe and Sanitary Condition
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the residents' shower room in a safe and sanitary condition. During an observation, black residue was noted on the grout lines around the perimeter of the inside of the shower. A resident's representative reported that the shower room was not clean and had needed a thorough cleaning for some time. The maintenance director and the nursing home administrator were unable to identify the black residue during their inspection, and the maintenance director stated that while the shower was cleaned daily and deep cleaned weekly, he could not determine the nature of the residue. Further interviews revealed that the maintenance director could sanitize the shower but was not equipped to test for mold. The facility subsequently arranged for environmental testing, which later reported potential water damage, possible visual growth, and excessive humidity and moisture in the shower area. Laboratory results indicated the presence of common allergens but did not confirm fungal growth.