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F0880
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Improper Disposal of PPE Due to Inadequate Waste Bin

Santa Maria, California Survey Completed on 07-25-2025

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

The facility failed to provide an appropriately sized and covered waste bin for the safe disposal of used personal protective equipment (PPE) for one resident on enhanced transmission precautions. During observation, a small, uncovered waste bin in the resident's room was found overflowing, with a discarded yellow PPE gown hanging out and onto the floor. The facility's infection prevention and control policy requires effective methods for the safe storage, transport, and disposal of infectious waste. A certified nursing assistant confirmed that the resident was on enhanced transmission precautions and that the gown should have been discarded in a larger, lidded trash can. The administrator acknowledged awareness of the issue after being informed by the CNA and stated that the waste bin should have had a lid.

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