Improper Use of Outlet Multipliers for Heat Tape
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain electrical system requirements in one of four smoke compartments. During an observation, heat tape installed on the building was found to be plugged into outlet multipliers located outside the main entrance. This setup was directly observed by surveyors, and the maintenance supervisor confirmed the deficiency at the time of the survey. No information regarding residents or their medical conditions was provided in relation to this deficiency.
Plan Of Correction
This plan of correction has been prepared and executed because the law requires it. This plan does not constitute an admission that any of the citations are either legally or factually correct. This plan of correction is not meant to establish any standard of care, contract obligation or position. Bradford Manor reserves the right to raise all possible contestations and defenses in any civil, criminal, claim, action or proceeding. Please accept this plan of correction as Bradford Manor's credible allegation of compliance. Education was provided to the Maintenance department by the Nursing Home Administrator regarding safety concerns with using outlet multipliers and its unacceptable practice. Heat tape was unplugged from outlet multiplier on day of survey. All other areas where heat tape is used were checked to ensure that no outlet multipliers were being used, none were identified. Ongoing compliance will be monitored through daily rounding by the Environmental Service Supervisor or designee 3x weekly for 2 weeks.