Failure to Maintain Safe and Clean Environment Creates Tripping Hazards and Discomfort
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, and homelike environment for its residents, as evidenced by multiple observations of uncleanliness and physical hazards throughout the building. One resident's fall mat and room floor were found to have sticky food particles and debris, and the mat was described as filthy by a licensed nurse. The dining room floor was missing 44 tiles, creating a tripping hazard that was not marked with any warning signs or barriers. Additionally, door frames and doors in several hallways were observed to have bubbled, chipped, and missing paint, with some doors showing veneer separation. These issues were present in multiple areas, including the 100, 300, and 400 halls. Staff interviews revealed that the missing dining room tiles had been removed three weeks prior due to a plumbing issue, but no temporary safety measures were put in place. Maintenance staff acknowledged ongoing issues with door frame and door repairs, including monthly repainting and attempts to re-glue bubbling laminate. Administrative staff confirmed that floors should be cleaned daily and that maintenance should be notified immediately for repairs, but these practices were not consistently followed. The facility's own policy states that residents have the right to dignity, respect, and proper living arrangements, which were not upheld in these instances.