Deficiency in Pest Control Measures for Flies in Food Service and Resident Care Areas
Penalty
Summary
Surveyors identified a deficiency in the facility's pest control program, specifically related to the presence of flies in both food service and resident care areas. Multiple flies were observed in a resident's room while the resident was resting in bed, and the resident confirmed that flies were often present. Additional flies were seen in the kitchen during food service operations, with staff attributing the issue to the kitchen exit door being left open, which allowed flies to enter from the refuse area located directly outside. Flies were also observed in the hallway and around food carts as meals were being delivered to residents. Interviews with staff revealed that the pest control company visited the facility biweekly or as needed, and that sticky traps were used in various parts of the building. The Maintenance Director stated that pest control services included spraying chemicals in hallways and near doorways, as well as treating the exterior of the building, but only once in the spring and once in the fall. He also indicated that he relied on staff and residents to report pest sightings and was not previously aware of the fly issue in the kitchen. During a walk-through, several fly traps were observed, but flies remained present in the food preparation area and resident care areas.