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SUMMIT PACIFIC MEDICAL CENTER
Emergency Lighting
Tag No.: K0291
Based upon observations and staff interviews on 11/16/2016 between approximately 0900 and 1030 hours the facility has failed to maintain records of testing for the emergency battery backup lighting. This could result in the failure of the battery powered backup lighting in the event of a power outage and render the means of egress dark. This could result in tripping and fall injuries to residents, staff and/or visitors.
The findings include, but are not limited to:
Found no documentation for monthly 30 second testing of emergency lighting and 90 minute annual testing.
Facilities Manager stated he will start documenting the testing.
The above was discussed and acknowledged by the Chief Operating Officer.
Sprinkler System - Maintenance and Testing
Tag No.: K0353
Based upon observations and staff interviews on 11/16/2016 between approximately 0900 and 1030 hours the facility has failed to conduct testing of the fire sprinkler system as required. This could result in the failure of the fire sprinkler system to operate properly in the event of a fire which would endanger the residents, staff and/or visitors within the facility.
The findings include, but are not limited to:
Found the facility failed to conduct the first, second, and fourth quarterly fire sprinkler inspections for the year.
Facilities Director called the contractor and found out that they have not done them but will get it fixed right away.
The above was discussed and acknowledged by the Chief Operating Officer.
Utilities - Gas and Electric
Tag No.: K0511
Based upon observations and staff interviews on 11/16/2016 between approximately 0900 and 1130 hours the facility has failed to restrict the use of none approved UL1363 (power strips) to providing power to permitted electrical equipment. This could result in a fire from overheating of the plug strip due to the heavy power draw endangering the residents, staff and/or visitors within the facility.
The findings include, but are not limited to:
Found the use of none approved power strips throughout the facility in offices and work stations only.
Facilities Manager stated he will order and replace all of them.
The above was discussed and acknowledged by the Chief Operating Officer.