Damaged Ceiling and Exposed Cable Outlet in Resident Room
Penalty
Summary
During an unannounced visit, surveyors observed that a resident room had significant environmental deficiencies. The ceiling above one bed in the room displayed an irregular, circular, warped protrusion with peeling paint and a central crack that exposed the underlying board. Additionally, a television cable outlet located between two closets near the foot of the beds was missing a plate cover, leaving the cable wire exposed and the inner wall visible through the opening. Both beds in the room were occupied by residents at the time of the observation. Interviews with facility staff revealed that the Maintenance Director identified the ceiling damage as likely resulting from a previous water leak, possibly due to heavy rains earlier in the year, and acknowledged that it should have been repaired. The Maintenance Director also confirmed that the cable outlet should have had a cover. The Administrator stated that maintenance staff are expected to conduct monthly rounds in every room and that department heads and all staff are responsible for reporting environmental issues. A review of the facility's maintenance policy indicated that the Maintenance Department is responsible for keeping the building in good repair and free from hazards at all times.