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K0920
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Improper Use of Surge Suppressor for High Draw Appliance

West Grove, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 06-25-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

A deficiency was identified when a surge suppressor was observed supplying electrical power to a coffee machine in the Break Room. This observation was made during a facility inspection and was confirmed in an interview with the Director of Maintenance. The use of a surge suppressor for a high draw appliance, such as a coffee machine, does not comply with the requirements for electrical equipment and power cord usage as outlined by NFPA standards. The facility failed to monitor and ensure proper use of surge suppressors in accordance with these regulations.

Plan Of Correction

1. The surge protector was removed on 6/25/25. 2. A facility-wide inspection was conducted to ensure no other surge protectors were inappropriately used on 7/1/25. 3. An audit will be conducted 1 x weekly for 1 month and bi-weekly for 2 months. 4. The audits will be reported to QAPI quarterly or until the deficient practice has been rectified. Education regarding surge protectors will be completed by 7/18 and provided at new employee orientation and annually thereafter. 5. The completion date is 8/24/25. K 0920

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