Failure to Maintain Effective Pest Control in Kitchen
Penalty
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Summary
Surveyors observed an unclean and unsanitary environment in the facility's main kitchen, specifically noting a substantial amount of mouse droppings in two separate areas on the kitchen floor. During an interview, the Dietary Director confirmed the presence of mouse droppings in multiple areas and acknowledged that the floor had not been cleaned, explaining that the cleaning schedule is based on focus areas such as ceiling tiles, and that staff are expected to know what needs to be done. The Nursing Home Administrator also confirmed awareness of rodent problems in the facility. These findings indicate that the facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program in the main kitchen, as required.