PTAC Unit Not Secured, Creating Gap to Outdoors
Penalty
Fine: $81,485
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Summary
A packaged terminal air conditioner (PTAC) unit in a resident's room was found not secured to the wall, resulting in an approximately half-inch gap through which outdoor grass was visible. This issue was observed during a room inspection and confirmed by the Maintenance Director, who stated that the unit was coming away from the wall due to a missing screw. The Maintenance Director was unaware of the needed repair because it had not been reported to him. The Administrator indicated that department managers were responsible for conducting daily room inspections, which should have identified and reported the issue for repair.