Failure to Maintain Clean and Safe Shower Room Environment
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment in one of two shower rooms (Hall 100), as evidenced by multiple observations and staff interviews. Residents reported during a council meeting that the shower room was consistently dirty, with clothes and feces on the floor. Direct observation revealed a black substance on the walls and floors of one shower stall, cracked tiles, missing or detached baseboards, and a dirty towel left on the floor. Housekeeping staff confirmed that the black substance had been present since their employment began and that the baseboards were not properly attached. The Housekeeping Supervisor acknowledged the presence of the black substance, believed to be glue from missing baseboards, and noted the need for tile replacement and repairs. The Maintenance Supervisor identified the black substance as mildew and confirmed the need for deep cleaning and resealing, but stated that repairs had not been prioritized. The Administrator was aware of the issues in the shower room, including the inappropriate baseboards, cracked tiles, and overall uncleanliness. Facility policy requires a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment, but the observed conditions did not meet these standards. The lack of timely cleaning, maintenance, and repair contributed to the ongoing unsanitary and unsafe environment in the Hall 100 shower room.