Improper Storage of Toxic Chemical in Nourishment Pantry
Penalty
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Summary
During a recertification survey, it was observed that a bottle of toilet bowl cleaner containing bleach was stored underneath the sink in the nourishment room of the [NAME] Hall Pantry, which was secured by keypad entry. This area was one of four nourishment pantries inspected. Both an LPN and the unit manager were present during the observation and acknowledged that the chemical should not have been stored in that location. The presence of the hazardous chemical in the nourishment area constituted a failure by the facility to ensure that toxic chemicals were stored safely and appropriately, as required to keep the area free from accident hazards and to provide adequate supervision to prevent accidents.