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Stairway Exits Blocked by Caution Rope and Signage

Kittanning, Pennsylvania Survey Completed on 12-19-2025

Penalty

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The penalty, as released by CMS, applies to the entire inspection this citation is part of, covering all citations and f-tags issued, not just this specific f-tag. For the complete original report, please refer to the 'Details' section.

Summary

During an observation, it was found that stair tower doors on two of five building levels were blocked by a caution retractable rope with signage stating, "STOP!! DO NOT USE STAIRS ONLY FOR EMERGENCY." This setup prevented residents from using the stairways as exits except in emergencies, which could impede their ability to exit promptly. The maintenance director confirmed the presence of the rope and signage at the time of the survey. No additional information about specific residents, their medical history, or their condition at the time of the deficiency was provided in the report.

Plan Of Correction

The systematic change will be to have the retractable rope become a breakaway rope so not to impede progress through the stair tower door. The Director of Maintenance will audit all stairwell doors to assure there a retractable rope in place and report findings to Monthly Quality Assurance meeting.

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