Electrical Panel Blocked by Cart in Nurse Station Supply Closet
Penalty
Summary
During an observation on the second floor of the facility, it was found that an electrical panel located inside the nurse station supply closet was blocked by a large cart. This observation was made on December 22, 2025, at 12:25 p.m. The presence of the cart obstructed access to the electrical panel, which is a violation of NFPA 70 2011 Section 110.26, requiring electrical panels to be accessible. The deficiency was confirmed during an exit conference with the Administrator and Maintenance Director later that day. No information regarding residents or their medical conditions was provided in relation to this deficiency.
Plan Of Correction
The obstructing cart was removed immediately, freeing the 2nd floor electrical panel of blockage. The maintenance director will re-educate all staff on maintaining clear access to all electrical panels. The maintenance director or designated designee will perform weekly audits for 4 weeks and then monthly audits for 2 months to ensure the facility is maintaining clear access to all electrical panels. Date of completion: 2/16/2026