Failure to Maintain Effective Pest Control Program
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, as evidenced by multiple observations and documentation of insect and rodent activity throughout the building. On several occasions, large black and brown insects were observed in the lobby, hallways, and conference room. Pest control logs revealed repeated roach sightings over several months, with treatments occurring days after the initial reports. Additionally, a bedbug sighting was reported in the lobby, and although the pest control company treated the area, no bedbugs were found during their inspection. The logs also documented a significant number of mice sightings, particularly on the 4th floor, with 24 instances recorded in one month. Interviews with facility staff indicated awareness of ongoing pest issues, specifically waterbug sightings, but staff were not aware of the most recent insect observations made by surveyors. The facility's pest control records and incident reports further confirmed the presence of pests, including both insects and rodents, in resident areas and common spaces. These findings demonstrate a failure to implement and maintain an effective pest control program, with the potential to affect all residents.