Improper Food Storage in Kitchen and Freezer
Penalty
Summary
During an inspection of the facility's kitchen, surveyors observed multiple food items improperly stored directly on the floor in both the dry storage room and the walk-in freezer. Specifically, a case of canned pears and a box of oatmeal cream pies were found sitting on the floor in the dry storage area, while a bag of sliced zucchini and a box of frozen buns were found on the floor of the walk-in freezer. Dietary staff confirmed that these items should have been placed on shelves and acknowledged that the items in the freezer had fallen from the shelf and were not properly stored. The facility's own policy requires all food and supply items to be stored at least six inches off the floor and not in contact with walls, ceilings, or waste pipes. These observations were made while the facility had a census of 26 residents, with a sample of 12 residents included in the review.