Improper Containment of Garbage in Outdoor Dumpsters
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to properly contain garbage in two of four outside dumpsters, contrary to its own policy and state regulations. The facility’s policy on food-related garbage and refuse disposal, dated 10/29/25, required that all garbage and refuse containers be provided with tight-fitting lids or covers and be kept covered when stored or not in continuous use. During an observation of the outdoor trash receptacles on 3/23/26 at 9:30 a.m., dumpster one and dumpster three were noted to have lids/covers that were not closed. The Dietary Manager (Employee E21), present during the observation, confirmed that the lids on dumpsters one and three were not closed. In a subsequent interview on 3/24/26 at 12:30 p.m., the Dietary Manager further confirmed that the facility failed to properly contain garbage in the outside trash receptacles to prevent the potential for rodent and insect infestation, constituting noncompliance with 28 Pa. Code 201.18(b)(3) Management. No residents or specific patient conditions were mentioned in the report, and the deficiency centered solely on the improper handling and containment of garbage in the facility’s outdoor dumpsters as observed and confirmed by staff.
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