Failure to Maintain Effective Pest Control Program
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program, as evidenced by the presence of crumbs, debris, and mouse droppings observed in a resident's room on the [NAME] View Unit. The issue was first identified by a surveyor and subsequently confirmed by the Nursing Home Administrator (NHA) during a follow-up visit. Review of the pest problem log book indicated that the same room had previously been reported for mice concerns in September 2024 and was treated at that time. Examination of pest management treatment invoices for 2025 revealed that although the facility described its pest control services as weekly, the actual intervals between treatments were inconsistent, ranging from 4 to 18 days. The recurrence of mouse droppings in a room with a known history of pest issues, combined with irregular pest control service intervals, contributed to the deficiency.