Dining Room Environmental Deficiency Due to Damaged Mopboard
Penalty
Summary
A deficiency was identified when approximately 2-3 feet of mopboard at the west end of the dining room was observed coming away from the wall, with about 6 inches of it lying on the floor. Maintenance staff confirmed awareness of the issue and stated that a table had been placed in front of the damaged area, but it had been moved. The facility was in the process of replacing all mopboards, and staff were expected to report environmental issues through the TELS system. The facility's policy required the maintenance supervisor to ensure the building and equipment were maintained in a safe and operable manner. The failure to promptly repair the mopboard resulted in unsanitary and unhomelike conditions for residents dining in the main dining room.