Improper Disposal of Garbage and Refuse
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors observed improper disposal of garbage and refuse in multiple areas of the facility. In the kitchen, boxes and trash were found on the floor next to an overflowing trash can, and expired food containers were stacked on the side sink counter during lunch preparation. In the dumpster area, three dumpsters were inspected: one had a broken tree branch protruding from the drainage pipe, blocking drainage; another had a garbage bag and used clear gloves scattered on the ground behind it; and a third had a plastic garbage bag with trash protruding from the drainage pipe, also blocking drainage. Staff interviews confirmed that the kitchen trash can was overflowing and that expired food was awaiting disposal, and the Kitchen Account Manager acknowledged the issues in the dumpster area, stating she was unaware of the blocked drains and that the littered gloves were not from the kitchen.