Failure to Maintain Effective Pest Control in Food Service Areas
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, as evidenced by direct observations of live roaches in multiple areas of the kitchen. During a kitchen tour with the Food Service Director/Certified Dietary Manager, two live mature roaches were seen on a table near the conveyor toaster in the hot holding area. Additionally, in the food service area where staff collect plates and prepare them for distribution, numerous live roaches in various stages of life were observed behind a cart containing trays and single service items such as sugar packets, condiments, and tea bags. The surveyor also attempted to contact the pest control company servicing the facility but did not receive a response. No information regarding residents' medical history or condition at the time of the deficiency was provided in the report.