Improper Garbage Disposal Leading to Pest Infestation and Odor
Penalty
5 days payment denial
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Summary
The facility failed to properly dispose of garbage and refuse by not maintaining a closed lid on a garbage can stored near the dry storage room. On observation, the garbage can was found without a lid, emitting a foul odor, and attracting several small black insects flying around the opening. The Dietary Manager confirmed that this has been an ongoing issue, describing the area as 'fruit fly central,' and acknowledged the presence of a foul odor and insects. The facility's policy requires all waste destined for disposal to be placed in closable, leak-proof containers, but this was not followed. The census at the time documented 93 residents residing in the facility, all of whom were affected by this deficiency.