Failure to Transmit Fire Alarm Signal During Fire Drills
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to conduct fire drills in accordance with regulatory requirements, specifically by not transmitting the fire alarm signal during fire drills on the third shift or immediately the next day for several documented dates. This deficiency was identified through record review and confirmed by the Maintenance Director. The report notes that fire drills are required to include the transmission of a fire alarm signal and simulation of emergency fire conditions, but on multiple occasions, this procedure was not followed as required.