Damaged Exit Door Kick Plates Create Unsafe Environment
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain the doors exiting the Arcadia unit in good repair, resulting in an environment that was not safe or comfortable for residents. Observations revealed that the double doors had plastic kick plates attached with multiple screws, and the right door had black tape covering the top and right side of the kick plate where it was coming loose. There were numerous cracks, chips, and jagged edges where the plastic had broken around the screws. At one point, a resident was observed standing at the door and picking at the jagged edges of the broken plastic kick plate. Facility leadership, including the NHA and DON, were notified of these concerns and observations.