Failure to Maintain Dishwasher Plumbing in Good Repair
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain the water supply to the dishwasher in good working condition, resulting in a persistent leak from the water pipe under the dishwasher. Observations over multiple days showed water dripping from pipes beneath the dishwashing machine, leading to pooled water under the dishwasher and shelving, which then flowed onto the kitchen floor. The issue was noted during inspections and was observed to have been ongoing for over a year, with kitchen staff mopping up the water several times daily. Inspection reports from the local county public health department documented leaking plumbing and plumbing in disrepair, with the facility being cited for non-compliance. Interviews with staff revealed that while a previous leak under the sink had been repaired, the leak under the dishwasher was considered new by some, though others indicated it had persisted for an extended period. The administrator was not aware of the leak until recently, despite repeated findings by the health department during follow-up visits, where the leak remained uncorrected.