Improper Disposal and Maintenance of Garbage Dumpsters
Penalty
Summary
Staff failed to properly dispose of garbage and refuse in accordance with the facility's policy, which requires dumpsters to be kept covered when not being loaded and the surrounding area to be kept clean. During multiple observations, surveyors noted that the sliding lids of both garbage dumpsters were left open when not in use, and there was debris, including used gloves and other materials, on the ground around the dumpsters. Interviews with the Administrator and Dietary Manager confirmed that staff were responsible for closing the dumpster doors and maintaining cleanliness, but these procedures were not consistently followed, as evidenced by repeated observations of open dumpster doors and debris present in the area. No information about residents or their medical conditions was included in the report, and the deficiency was based solely on staff actions and facility practices related to waste disposal.