Unsanitary Kitchenette Cabinet Due to Water Damage and Mold
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain a sanitary environment in the kitchenette located off the main dining room. On observation, the cabinet under the sink was found to have water-damaged doors, with the particle board swollen and warped from previous water exposure. The bottom shelf of the cabinet was wet, and a black, mold-like substance was present on the surface. The Administrator was unaware of the issue prior to the observation, and the Maintenance Supervisor indicated that the problem was seasonal, related to warmer weather and humidity. These findings were based on a complaint intake and direct observation, confirming the presence of unsanitary conditions in the kitchenette area. No information about specific residents or their medical conditions was provided in relation to this deficiency.