Unrepaired Kitchen Floor Creates Safety and Infection Control Deficiency
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to maintain the kitchen floor in the dishwashing area, resulting in a large section of torn and missing linoleum measuring approximately 4 feet by 4 feet, with exposed wood underneath. This condition was observed during a kitchen inspection and confirmed by the Dietary Manager, who acknowledged the area as both an infection control issue and a safety hazard. The Director of Nursing stated they were unaware of the floor's condition because they did not enter that part of the kitchen. The exposed wood surface was not cleanable, and the torn flooring created a potential tripping hazard for staff.