Deficient Pest Control Due to Damaged Exterior Doors
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain an effective pest control program to prevent pests and rodents from entering the building, specifically through damaged exterior doors leading into the kitchen and dry storage areas. During an inspection, surveyors observed two small black droppings in the dry storage room, identified as likely mouse droppings. Multiple exterior doors, including the food service delivery door and doors near the dry storage area, were found to have significant gaps and broken frames, allowing visible light and potential access for pests and rodents. The door to the dry storage room was also not sealed at the bottom, further compromising pest control measures. These observations were confirmed by the Dietary Manager and Corporate Dietician during the inspection. Interviews revealed that the Dietary Manager had reported the presence of mouse droppings to the Maintenance Director the previous week, who indicated that pest control services would be scheduled, but the pest control provider did not arrive as planned. Review of pest control invoices showed monthly treatments for exterior bait stations and specific treatment for ants in one resident room, but did not indicate comprehensive action for the kitchen or dry storage areas. The Maintenance Director and Administrator both confirmed the existence of gaps and the need for repairs to the identified doors to prevent pest entry.