Improper Disposal and Maintenance of Garbage and Grease Interceptor
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to ensure proper disposal of garbage and refuse, as evidenced by observations of four dumpsters and one grease interceptor container overflowing with garbage and surrounded by various debris, including paper products, boxes, food items, mattresses, furniture, pallets, clothing, and a blanket. The grease interceptor container was also found leaking grease onto the ground and parking lot. These conditions were observed during an initial tour, with additional observations confirming that while some trash bags had been removed, the area remained littered with debris and grease. Interviews with the Dietary Manager, Administrator, Regional Consultant for Maintenance and Environmental Services, and Regional Director of Dietary Services revealed that housekeeping, dietary, and maintenance staff were all responsible for cleaning and maintaining the dumpster area and grease interceptor. However, it was acknowledged that the area had been in this condition for some time and that the grease interceptor had not been cleaned consistently for several months. There was also uncertainty regarding the last time the grease interceptor was cleaned, despite the expectation that it should be cleaned monthly.