Failure to Implement High-Priority Pest Control Recommendation for Rodent Entry Point
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Summary
The facility failed to follow its pest control program and the pest control contractor’s high-priority recommendations regarding a structural opening that could allow rodent entry. A Pest Control Monthly Report dated 02/24/26 documented a high-priority recommendation to patch a hole in the wall under a bathroom sink, near the floor, that was large enough for rodent entry. On 03/24/26 at 11:32 AM, an observation of Resident 5’s room showed that the hole under the sink was still present. On 03/24/26 at 12:05 PM, the Maintenance Supervisor confirmed that the hole remained and stated he had not had time to fix it due to other assigned projects and deadlines. On 03/31/26, a CNA reported that when staff see mice or rodents in Resident 5’s room or Resident 18’s room, they enter this information into the facility’s work order system (TELS) so maintenance can address it. A licensed nurse stated she would call the Maintenance Supervisor immediately if there was a problem. An administrative nurse stated the facility had a program to ensure all rooms and equipment were kept in good condition and that rooms were checked weekly. Administrative Staff A stated she expected any pest control recommendations to be followed up on immediately. The facility’s undated Pest Control policy documented that the facility maintains an ongoing pest control program to keep the building free of insects and rodents, with maintenance services assisting as appropriate, but the documented high-priority recommendation to patch the hole in Resident 5’s room had not been implemented.
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