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Tag No.: K0100
Based on observation and staff interview, one pair of automatic closing fire doors in the building separation wall did not latch in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 8.3.3.1, and NFPA 80 (2010 edition) 6.1.4. This deficient practice affected an undetermined number of patients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that the 1-½ hour fire-rated double doors in the 2-hr fire-rated separation wall between the Legacy and Heritage buildings did not latch. The cross-corridor doors were located in the separation wall between corridors HM2899Q and HN2599. The deficiency was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AJ, Staff AK and Staff AO.
NFPA 80 (2010 edition), 6.1.4 Operation of Doors. "All swinging doors shall be closed and latched at the time of fire."
Tag No.: K0100
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide protection in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.1.6. This deficient practice could affectan undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Finding Include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 10:55 am, observation revealed room (CSWL006) contained a combustible wood mezzanine storage structure located within a Type II (222) structure, which is not in accordance with NFPA 220 (2012 edition), 4.3.2.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 2:40 pm, observation revealed space (CW2001), above ceiling plenum, contained two unprotected low voltage wire penetrations of the fire rated wall, which is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 8.3.5. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
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3. On 12/07/16 at 8:42 am, observation revealed within maintenance room (CN4041) that fire resistance rated fire proofing had been removed from structural members for a set of 2 pipes running near the structural member. This is not in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 4.6.7.5, 4.6.12 and NFPA 220 (2012 edition). The facility provided construction information showing the building as a Type II (222) structure. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, AQ and Staff BG.
Tag No.: K0100
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not maintain the fire rated structural steel members accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.3. This deficient practice had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 2:10 pm, observation revealed elevator shaft number 3 on the 4th floor above the ceiling tiles was missing a section of fire proofing 3 inches by 2 feet.
2. On 12/06/16 at 2:12 pm, observation revealed above the ceiling tiles of the stair shaft by door CON-4098B that a section of fire proofing 3 inches by 9 inches was missing .
These deficient practices were confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0133
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide proper occupancy separation between the Legacy and Heritage buildings with a minimum of a two hour separation wall with properly rated doors on closer's that latch in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), sections 19.1.3.5 and 8.2.1.3. This deficient practice had the potential to affect all 247 patients and an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:40 pm, observation revealed that the double doors in the 3-hour rated separation wall between the Heritage and Legacy buildings did not close completely and latch.
2. On 12/05/16 at 4:00 pm, observation revealed door TU-21 was in a 3-hour rated separation wall and did not have an automatic closer.
These deficient practices were confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0161
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not maintain the fire rated roof assembly and structural members in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.1.6.1. This deficient practice could affect 20 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 9:25 am, observation of a structural beam revealed in the corridor above the ceiling tile by door HNW-3211 a section of missing fire protection 2 feet by 1 foot. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff members AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/05/16 at 2:20 pm, observation revealed within mechanical room (MR14A) that fire resistance rated fire proofing had been removed from structural members. Five instances were identified where utility hanger connections were achieved by removing required fire proofing. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
Tag No.: K0161
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not maintain the fire rated assembly in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.1.6.1. This deficient practice could affect 48 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 1:35 pm, observation revealed within the mechanical room near exit stair door number HM7898C that fire resistance rated fire proofing had been removed from structural members. Approximately 4 " x 6 " located 40 " above the floor of the required fire proofing was removed on a diagonal beam . The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA and Staff AB.
Tag No.: K0200
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide means of egress in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition). This deficient practice could affect an undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 11:46 am, observation revealed exit stair (CSE1098) discharge lighting had a single bulb and fixture so the failure of any single lighting unit would result in illumination levels not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.8.1.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 3:00 pm, observation revealed the exit stair (CSE2098) door did not latch into the door frame in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.8.1.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
Tag No.: K0200
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide means of egress requirements in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.2.7 and 7.7.3.4. This deficient practice could affect an undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 11:04 am, observation revealed that the stair tower (CFB1098) was not equipped with a means to prevent occupants from traveling past the level of discharge during emergency building evacuation. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, Staff AX and Staff BB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 11:10 am, observation revealed that the stair tower (CFB1098B) was not equipped with a means to prevent occupants from traveling past the level of discharge during emergency building evacuation. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, Staff AX and Staff BB.
3. On 12/06/16 at 11:25 am, observation revealed that the stair tower (CFB1098A) was not equipped with a means to prevent occupants from traveling past the level of discharge during emergency building evacuation. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, Staff AX and Staff BB.
Tag No.: K0200
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide self-closing doors in an atrium fire barrier wall in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.3. This deficient practice had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
On 12/06/16 at 3:40 pm, observation of the doors CON-2098 that opened into the atrium had a closer and coordinator but the coordinator was not working and did not allow the doors to fully close.
This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0211
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not ensure means of egress are continuously maintained free of all obstructions to full instant use in the case of emergency in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.1.10.1. This deficient practice could affect 50 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 9:20 am, observation revealed within Exit Stair E (HWL198) that the lowest landing contained a non-functional sprinkler valve placed on the floor. The sprinkler valve was a large outside yolk stem assembly weighing approximately 25 pounds and it was located within the path of egress on the bottom landing. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 10:00 am, observation revealed within the egress corridor (HWL199A) a construction cart obstruction. The cart was left for an extended period of time and was located in front of Exit Stair E. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
3. On 12/06/16 at 2:15 pm, observation revealed at the bottom of the stair shaft by door HNWLL-298A that the area was being used to store two pieces of plywood that were 4 feet by 4 feet. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0211
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not ensure means of egress are continuously maintained free of all obstructions to full instant use in the case of emergency in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.1.10.1. This deficient practice could affect 0 of 247 patients or visitors and an undeterminable number of staff.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 1:31 pm, observation revealed at exit stair door number HM7798E a palette with twelve (12) five (5) gallon pails of paint was blocking access to the exit stair. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA and Staff AB.
Tag No.: K0222
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not install delayed egress locking mechanisms in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.2.2.2.4. This deficient practice could affect 20 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:50 pm, observation revealed exit door (HW5198E) has a delayed-egress locking device, yet did not have NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.6.1 instructions posted on the door leaf. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
2. On 12/05/16 at 2:55 pm, observation revealed exit door (HW5198E) has a delayed-egress locking device, yet the instructions posted on the door leaf informed occupants the door is " locked and alarmed " which does not meet NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.6.1. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
3. On 12/05/16 at 3:25 pm, observation revealed doors (HNW4299) had a de-activated delayed egress locking device with posted instructions. This non-required life safety feature shall either be maintained or removed in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2000 edition), 4.6.12.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
Tag No.: K0222
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not maintain doors in a required means of egress not equipped with a latch or a lock that requires the use of a tool or key from the egress side. The facility did not maintain delayed egress locking mechanisms in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.2.2.2.4. This deficient practice could affect 50 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/15 at 2:24 pm, observation revealed exit door HM5898C had a delayed-egress locking device, yet did not operate in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.6.1; the irreversible process did not initiate releasing the lock in the direction of egress within 15 seconds. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
2. On 12/05/15 at 2:26 pm, observation revealed exit door HM5898A had a delayed-egress locking device, yet did not operate in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.6.1; the irreversible process did not initiate releasing the lock in the direction of egress within 15 seconds. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
3. On 12/05/15 at 2:34 pm, observation revealed exit door HM5798E had a delayed-egress locking device, yet did not operate in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.6.1; the irreversible process did not initiate releasing the lock in the direction of egress within 15 seconds. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
4. On 12/05/15 at 2:50 pm, observation revealed exit access door HM5899D was equipped with a locking device that required the use of a key, a tool, or special knowledge or effort for operation from the egress side which does not meet NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.5.3. Once in a closed position the door could not be opened. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
5. On 12/05/15 at 2:59 pm, observation revealed exit access door HM4899D was equipped with a locking device that required the use of a key, a tool, or special knowledge or effort for operation from the egress side which does not meet NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.5.3.Once in a closed position the door could not be opened. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
6. On 12/05/15 at 3:24 pm, observation revealed exit access door HM3899D was equipped with a locking device that required the use of a key, a tool, or special knowledge or effort for operation from the egress side which does not meet NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.2.1.5.3. Once in a closed position the door could not be opened. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
7. On 12/05/15, observation revealed exit and exit access doors throughout the Legacy Hospital had a de-activated delayed egress locking devices with posted instructions. This non-required life safety feature shall either be maintained or removed in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 4.6.12.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
Tag No.: K0223
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide properly rated doors in a 2-hour stair shaft in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.2.2.2.7 and 19.2.2.2.8. This deficient practice had the potential to affect 100 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 3:10 pm, observation of the door HNW-3298 that opened into the 2-hour rated stair shaft did not have a fire rating.
This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0225
Based upon observation and staff interview, the facility failed to provide a means to prevent stair shaft exiting down below the level of exit discharge in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), sections 19.2.2.3, 19.2.2.4, and 7.2. This deficient practice had the potential to affect 50 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 2:20 pm, observation revealed the stair shaft by door HNW-1298A did not have a means to prevent exiting past the level of exit discharge down into the lower level below grade. There were hinges on the bottom of the vertical handrail support at the bottom of the stairs and a gate that was leaning on the wall within the stair shaft. When asked why the gate was leaning on the wall and not installed to aid in proper exiting, staff AG stated the contractors removed the gate and forgot to reinstall it.
This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0271
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide an exit discharge with a level walking surface and free of obstructions in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.7. This deficient practice could affect approximately 50 of the 247 patients as well as an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 9:40 am, observation revealed Stair E (HW1198) discharge had an exterior walking surface that changed in elevation approximately 6 inches due to a concrete curb. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 9:45 am, observation revealed Stair E (HW1198) discharge had an exterior area that was obstructed by construction equipment and materials. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB
Tag No.: K0281
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide illumination of means of egress in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.8. This deficient practice could affect 50 of the 247 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 9:25 am, observation revealed Stair E (HW1198A) exit discharge lighting had a single bulb and fixture so the failure of any single lighting unit would result in illumination levels not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.8.1.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 9:30 am, observation revealed means of egress corridor (HW2199D) contained no illumination within the last 50 feet prior to entry of a required exit stair. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
3. On 12/06/16 at 10:25 am, observation revealed within the east elevator lobby (HC Level 2) an emergency light fixture powered by temporary wiring via an extension cord. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
4. On 12/05/16 at 2:50 pm, observation revealed within mechanical space (HW7198A), an emergency light fixture powered by temporary wiring via an extension cord. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
5. On 12/06/16 at 10:20 am, observation revealed within space (HW7198), an emergency light fixture powered by temporary wiring via an extension cord. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
Tag No.: K0293
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not provide an exit sign above doors in one corridor to direct occupants to exits in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.10.1.4. The deficiency affected an undetermined number of patients, staff and visitors in the facility.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 between 9:00 am and 3:35 pm, observation revealed that there was no exit sign in the Corridor 1299A above the automatic closing, fire-rated cross-corridor doors, in a 3-hour rated fire barrier wall near the Legacy Staff Entrance. The next exit sign located further down was not visible from the Heritage side of corridor. The deficiency was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH and Staff AE.
Tag No.: K0293
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not provide exit signs to direct occupants in one storage suite of two long rooms to exits in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 7.10.1.4. This deficient practice affected an undetermined number of staff.
Findings include:
On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that exit signs were not installed above double doors and in the Sterile Core Room 2755 to direct occupants to the required 2nd exit access door through the Clean Passage HM2734 to corridor HM2799D. The path to 2nd exit access was not obvious in the long clean (sterile) supply suite of two rooms 2755 and 2738 located in the 2nd Floor Legacy building. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AJ, Staff AK, Staff AO and Staff AL.
Tag No.: K0300
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide protection in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.3. This deficient practice could affect an undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 10:42 am, observation revealed that the electrical room (CWL008) contained combustible storage. The 2-hour non-sprinkler protected electrical room contained a 55 gallon drum of ethylene glycol and a sheet of wood which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.10. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 11:15 am, observation revealed that the electrical room (CWL008) had an accessible pipe chase closet that was not-sprinkler protected. The closet was accessible via a walk-in personnel door and contained approximately seven combustible snow removal shovels which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.1.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
3. On 12/06/12 at 12:15 pm, observation revealed that the stairways (CCL098, CSWL098, CWL098, CEL098, CNL098, and CCL008A) did not have sprinkler coverage at the bottom of the shaft or under the first accessible landing, which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.3.2. These conditions were confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
4. On 12/06/12 at 11:46 am, observation revealed that the space (CSE1098) contained an unsupervised outside stem and yoke sprinkler valve, which is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 9.7.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
5. On 12/06/12 at 2:45 pm, observation revealed that the space (CSE2001) contained both quick and standard response sprinkler heads within the same compartment, which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.3.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
6. On 12/06/12 at 3:00 pm, observation revealed that the outside space (CSW3021) had a system smoke detector located within the air stream of a ventilation diffuser, which is not in accordance with NFPA 72 (2010 edition), 17.7.1.8 and 17.7.6.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
7. On 12/06/16 at 10:50 am, observation revealed that the file room (CCL008D) contained unrestrained cylinder storage. The room contained five (5) compressed cylinders of freon refrigerant free-standing on the floor which is not in accordance with NFPA 99 (2012 edition), 2.3.2, ASHRAE 170 (2010 edition), Chapter 9. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
8. On 12/06/16 at 10:52 am, observation revealed that the file room (CCL008D) contained a free-standing portable fire extinguisher located on the floor which is not in accordance with NFPA 10 (2010 edition), 6.1.3.8. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
9. On 12/06/16 at 2:40 pm, observation revealed that the shell space (CSW2011) contained a free-standing portable fire extinguisher located on the floor which is not in accordance with NFPA 10 (2010 edition), 6.1.3.8. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
10. On 12/06/16 at 11:50 am, observation revealed that the shaft access doors (CSE036, CN3012, and CE3009), are fire rated yet did not have self-closing or automatic-closing devices which is not in accordance with NFPA 80 (2010 edition), 4.6.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
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11. On 12/06/16 at 1:56 pm, observation revealed that the shaft access doors (CSW098), are fire rated yet did not have operational self-closing and automatic-latching devices which is not in accordance with NFPA 80 (2010 edition), 4.6.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
12. On 12/06/16 at 2:03 pm observation revealed in electrical room (CSW5036), that there were penetrations through the ceiling and floor that were not fire stopped according to an approved method, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 39.3.1 and 8.6. The deficiency included two 4" diameter conduits and 2 1 ½ " conduits not sealed and plugged. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
13. On 12/06/2016 at 2:06 am, observation revealed on the 5th floor, that a pair of 2 hour rated doors (CSW5099) did not fully close and latch, because the door coordinator held the door open approximately 3 inches. This is not in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 4.6.7.5, 4.6.12 & 8.5.4. The facility provided floor plan showed a 2 hour rated smoke barrier wall at this location, and the door was properly labeled. The deficiency included two 4" diameter conduits and 2 1 ½ " conduits not sealed and plugged. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
14. On 12/06/16 at 2:39 pm observation revealed in shaft (CE5011), there were penetrations through the shaft wall that were not fire stopped according to an approved method, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 39.3.1 and 8.6. The deficiency included a 5 " x3 " bundle of communication wires not sealed. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
15. On 12/06/16 at 2:56 pm observation revealed in shaft (CE5011), there were penetrations through the shaft wall that were not fire stopped according to an approved method, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 39.3.1 and 8.6. The deficiency included a bundle of 2 communication wires not sealed. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
16. On 12/06/16 at 15:23 pm observation revealed in electrical room (CW4056), there were penetrations through the ceiling and floor that were not fire stopped according to an approved method, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 39.3.1 and 8.6. The deficiency included two 2 1 ½ " conduits not sealed and plugged. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AF and Staff AX.
17. On 12/07/16 at 8:29 am observation revealed in shaft (CE5012), there were penetrations through the shaft wall that were not fire stopped according to an approved method, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 39.3.1 and 8.6. The deficiency included a 3 " bundle of communication wires and 2 PVC pipes not properly sealed. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, AQ and Staff BG.
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18. On 12/5/2016 at 4:15 PM, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of the smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 39.3.4.1 and 9.6, and NFPA 72 (2010 edition) Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1 and 14.4.5.3.2. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
19. On 12/5/2016 at 4:00 PM, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves, not the gauges in every month within the last year. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 4.6.12 and 9.7, and NFPA 25 (2011 edition) Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0300
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to provide protection in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.3. This deficient practice could affect an undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1.On 12/06/16 at 9:20 am, observation revealed the soiled linen room (CFB5036) corridor door was not equipped with a closer and the door to the clean linen room had no latch. This observations is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 39.3.2.1 and 8.7.1.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, Staff AX and Staff AY.
2. On 12/06/16 at 10:15 am, observation revealed that the data closet (CFB3038) was not-sprinkler protected, which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.1.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, Staff AX and Staff AZ.
3. On 12/06/16 at 11:45 am, observation revealed that the elevator mechanical room (CFBLL006A) was not-sprinkler protected, which is not in accordance with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.1.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff AS, and Staff AX.
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4. On 12/6/2016 at 10:30 am, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 39.3.4.1 and 9.6, and NFPA 72 (2010 edition) Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1 and 14.4.5.3.2. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ and Staff BF at the time of discovery.
5. On 12/6/2016 at 10:42 am, during review of the facility monthly fire extinguisher inspection records for Heritage Building it was discovered that the fire extinguishers that were located in all floors were not inspected for the month of June, 2016 and September, 2016 within the last year. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 4.6.12 and NFPA 10 (2010 edition) Sections 7.2.1, 7.2.1.2, 7.2.4.4 and 7.2.4.5. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ and Staff BF at the time of discovery.
6. On 12/6/2016 at 10:20 am, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves not the gauges in every month within the last year. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 4.6.12 and 9.7, and NFPA 25 (2011 edition) Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ and Staff BF at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0300
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to test smoke detectors for sensitivity, test emergency lights in anesthetizing locations and inspect the sprinkler system as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 39.3.4.1, 21.3.2.3, 9.6, 8.5, and 4.6.12, NFPA 72 (2010 edition) Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1, 14.4.5.3.2, NFPA 99 (2012 edition) Section 6.3.2.2.11.5, and NFPA 25 -2011 editions Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. . This deficiencies had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 9:30 am, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit.
2. On 12/6/2016 at 9:35 am, during review of the facility emergency light testing records it was discovered that tests were not conducted for the emergency lights located inside the six fifth floor outpatient operating rooms for a minimum of 30 seconds each month and 30 minutes annually within the last year.
3. On 12/6/2016 at 9:20 am, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves not the gauges in every month within the last year.
This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
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4. On 12/06/16 at 12:00 pm, observation in the hazardous room by door number EBL-027 revealed an open 4 inch electrical conduit penetrating the rated wall that was filled with an expandable foam type of material. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
5. On 12/06/16 at 11:35 am, observation in the corridor by door EB-2027 revealed a smoke detector was installed in the ceiling that was 12 inches from an air vent louver. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
6. On 12/06/16 at 11:40 am, observation in the corridor by door EB-2113 revealed a smoke detector was installed in the ceiling that was 24 inches from an air vent louver. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
7. On 12/6/2016 at 12:05 pm, observation in the mechanical room by door EBL-016C revealed a missing section of ceiling tile that was 2 feet by 2 feet. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
8. On 12/06/16 at 10:50 am, observation revealed in the smoke barrier wall above the ceiling tile by door EB-5098B that a 4 inch pipe was passing through the wall and there was a half inch annular gap around the pipe that was not properly fire caulked. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0300
Based on observation,record review and interview, the facility failed to test smoke detectors for sensitivity as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 39.3.4.1, 4.6.12, and NFPA 10 -2010 edition. These deficiencies had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 11:30 am, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of the smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 72 (2010 edition), sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1, 14.4.5.3.2 and 10.5.5.2.4. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/5/2016 at 4:00 PM, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves, not the gauges in every month within the last year. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 25 (2011 edition) sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
3. On 12/6/2016 at 2:10 PM, observation revealed in the Lower Level electrical panel, that the access to the fire alarm power circuit disconnecting means was not restricted to the authorized personnel only. This condition is not in accordance with NFPA 72 (2010 edition),10.5.5.2.4. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
4. On 12/6/2016 at 2:20 PM, observation revealed in the Lower Level Elevator pump room COLNL061, that the 3/4 hour rated door in one rated hazardous room was not equipped with an automatic or self closing door closer device. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
5. On 12/6/2016 at 2:20 PM, observation revealed in the Lower Level Soiled Linen Room COLNL050, that the 3/4 hour rated door in one rated hazardous room was not equipped with an automatic or self closing door closer device. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
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6. On 12/06/16 at 3:30 pm, observation of the elevator shaft above the ceiling tiles by door CON-3188 revealed four holes in the wall 2 inches by 2 inches. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
7. On 12/06/16 at 3:35 pm, observation of the stair shaft above the ceiling tiles by door CON-2098 revealed a 2 inch diameter hole that was not properly fire caulked. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
8. On 12/06/16 at 2:50 pm, observation in the hazardous furnace room by door number CON-4106 revealed the room walls were labeled as 1-hour but the double doors leading into the room did not have a fire rating label and did not have automatic closers. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
9. On 12/06/16 at 3:15 pm, observation in the hazardous furnace room by door number CON-3126 revealed the room walls were labeled as 1-hour but the double doors leading into the room did not have a fire rating label and did not have automatic closers. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
10. On 12/06/16 at 3:50 pm, observation in the hazardous furnace room by door number CON-2122 revealed the room walls were labeled as 1-hour but the double doors leading into the room did not have a fire rating label and did not have automatic closers. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
11. On 12/06/2016 at 2:35 pm, observation in the storage closet by door CON-4052 revealed a missing section of ceiling tile that was 2 feet by 2 feet. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
12. On 12/06/2016 at 2:52 pm, observation by door CON-4106 revealed a fire extinguisher was being stored on the floor. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AR, AS, AT, and AU at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0311
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide a properly fire resistance rated exit enclosure in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.1. This deficient practice could affect 25 of the 247 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:05 pm, observation of the 2-hour rated stair shaft by door 3298A revealed there was no rating on the door. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/05/16 at 2:05 pm, observation of the 2-hour rated stair shaft by door HNW-2998 revealed there was no rating on the door. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
3. On 12/05/16 at 3:33 pm, observation revealed within exit stair (HW4198), the fire rated door had 4 unprotected or open holes that penetrated through the entire door leaf. These holes are not permitted in accordance with NFPA 80 (2010 edition), 5.2.4.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
Tag No.: K0311
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not provide and maintain the required building construction type with sealed floor penetrations, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 19.3.1 and 8.6. This deficient practice could affect 14 of the 27 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/05/16 at 3:31 pm observation revealed in the IT closet (BH1070), that there were penetration(s) through the ceiling that were not fire stopped according to an approved method. The deficiency included four 4" diameter conduits and 2 1 ½ " conduits not sealed and plugged. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
Tag No.: K0321
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to protect hazardous areas in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.2, 8.3.3.1, 8.4.3.5. This deficient practice could affect 50 of the 247 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 11:55 am, observation revealed that the 1 ½-hr fire-rated corridor doors off the Loading dock Room HW1102 on the 1st Floor did not latch. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH, and Staff AE.
2. On 12/06/16 at 2:42 pm observation revealed that the solid-bonded wood core corridor door (south door) of the Bed Repair Room HWL111 in the Lower Level did not have a self-closing device on the door. The room was considered a hazardous area due to combustibles stored in it. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH, and Staff AE.
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3. On 12/05/16 at 2:27 pm, observation revealed that the mechanical ventilation room (MR14) was sharing one common space with maintenance refrigerant chemical storage. Heat transfer fluid of approximately 55 gallons of propylene glycol and 40 gallons of ethylene glycol was located and stored within the same room as the healthcare facility's ventilation equipment. Suppression protection of water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam was noted in the DOW Chemical safety data sheet for suitable extinguishing media, yet this type of suppression protection was not present within this space. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
4. On 12/05/16 at 2:45 pm, observation revealed that mechanical ventilation room (MR14) was sharing one common space with maintenance repair equipment. Welding, band saw, and grinding wheel repair equipment where located within the same room as the healthcare facility's ventilation equipment. Suppression protection suitable for both the repair operations and the ventilation equipment could not be confirmed by the facility. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
5. On 12/05/16 at 3:40 pm, observation revealed that hazardous room (HW4147) door did not have a door closer. The room is larger than 50 square feet in area and contained approximately 30 boxes of staff protective clothing. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
6. On 12/05/16 at 1:55 pm, observation in the 148 square feet hazardous room NW-6284 revealed the door did not have a fire rating or a closer on it. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
7. On 12/05/16 at 3:45 pm, observation in the mechanical room HNW-5216 revealed five 4 inch electrical conduit pipes penetrating the ceiling, each had 1 inch annular gaps around them that were not properly fire stopped, and the gaps were packed with fiberglass insulation. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
8. On 12/05/16 at 3:48 pm, observation in the mechanical room HNW-4202 revealed five 4 inch electrical conduit pipes penetrating the ceiling,each had 1 inch annular gaps around them that were not properly fire stopped, and the gaps were packed with fiberglass insulation. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
9. On 12/05/16 at 3:55 pm, observation in the hazardous lab room HNWFD-4204B revealed the coordinator on the double doors did not work and did not allow the doors to fully close and latch.This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
10. On 12/05/16 at 4:15 pm, observation in the hazardous lab room door NW-4299B revealed the doors did not fully close and latch. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0321
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to protect a hazardous area in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.2. This deficient practice could affect 7 of the 27 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:40 pm, observation revealed the bed storage room (BH2076) door did not close and latch as the door coordinator held the door open approximately 3 inches. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
2. On 12/05/16 at 3:05 pm, observation revealed the environmental service room (BH1089) door did not latch. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
Tag No.: K0323
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain and test emergency lights in anesthetizing locations in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 19.3.2.3 , NFPA 99 (2012 edition), Section 6.3.2.2.11.5 . This deficiency had the potential to affect 15 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:38 PM, during review of the facility emergency light testing records it was discovered that tests were not conducted for the emergency lights located inside the fifteen second floor operating rooms for a minimum of 30 seconds each month and 30 minutes annually within the last year. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0341
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not provide a fire alarm panel marked to identify the power source, as per NFPA 101 (2012 ed.), 9.6.1.3 and NFPA 72 (2010 ed.), 10.5.5.2.1, 10.5.5.2.2 and 10.5.5.2.3. These deficiencies had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 10:10 am, observation revealed in the Lower Level in the Fire Security Room HC1319, that the fire alarm power circuit disconnecting information was not permanently identified at the clinic fire alarm panel.
2. On 12/6/2016 at 10:15 am, observation revealed in the Lower Level Room C1316A, that the fire alarm power circuit disconnecting breaker 23 inside the electrical panel was not identified as "FIRE ALARM CIRCUIT" and did not have red marking.
This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0345
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to test smoke detectors for sensitivity as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.4 and 9.6, and NFPA 72 (2010 edition) Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1 and 14.4.5.3.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:30 PM, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of the smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0345
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to test smoke detectors for sensitivity as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.4 and 9.6, and NFPA 72 (2010 edition) Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1 and 14.4.5.3.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 8:31 am, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of the smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0345
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to test smoke detectors for sensitivity as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.4 and 9.6, and NFPA 72 (2010 edition), Sections 14.4.5.3, 14.4.5.3.1 and 14.4.5.3.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 27 of 27 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 3:30 PM, during review of the facility fire alarm testing records it was discovered that none of the smoke detectors located in the facility were tested for sensitivity within the last two years. When asked, Staff AQ mentioned that they assumed smoke detectors sensitivity tests were not required as they had an addressable fire alarm control unit.
This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0351
Based on observations and staff interview, the facility did not provide a sprinkler system as required by the code; with all spaces sprinkler protected, unobstructed water distribution, and proper equipment protection. This deficient practice could affect 200 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 9:17 am, observation revealed within mechanical room MR7 that the fire rated enclosure of the fire pump room was circumvented by a 6 inch diameter opening. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 20 (2010 edition), 4.12 and NFPA 20 (1999 edition), 2-7.1. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/05/16 at 9:00 am, observation revealed within mechanical room MR7 that the fire pump floor did not contain a floor drain. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 20 (2010 edition), 4.12 and NFPA 20 (1999 edition), 2-7.6. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AQ and Staff BF.
3. On 12/06/16 at 9:35 am, observation revealed that the operational loading dock (HW1103A) did not have sprinkler coverage for the entire room. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.7. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
4. On 12/06/16 at 9:40 am, observation revealed that the operational loading dock (HW1103A) had a canopy of greater than 2 feet in width, did not have sprinkler coverage. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.7.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
5. On 12/06/16 at 9:50 am, observation revealed the trash compactor area (HC1310) with three large operational units under a canopy greater than 2 feet in width, did not have sprinkler coverage. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 13 (2010 edition), 8.15.7.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
6. On 12/05/16 at 3:15 pm, observation revealed within room (HW5134) a sprinkler head was not properly installed within the suspended ceiling. The sprinkler deflector was not spaced properly below the ceiling plane and no escutcheon ring was mounted around the sprinkler head. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
7. On 12/05/16 at 3:20 pm, observation revealed within room (HW5136) that a sprinkler head was not properly installed within the suspended ceiling. The sprinkler deflector was not spaced properly below the ceiling plane and no escutcheon ring was mounted around the sprinkler head. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
8. On 12/05/16 at 1:14 pm, observation revealed within the egress corridor (HW3199B), that signage had not been removed from a de-activated fire hose cabinet, this condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.1.1.1.3 and 4.6.12.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
9. On 12/05/16 at 1:55 pm, observation revealed behind door (HC3300), that signage had not been removed from a de-activated fire hose cabinet, this condition is not in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.1.1.1.3, and 4.6.12.3. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
Tag No.: K0352
Based on record review and interview, the facility did not maintain the sprinkler system as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.5, 9.7.2 and NFPA 72. This deficient practice could affect 50 of the 247 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:10 pm, review of records revealed the fire alarm system test documentation does not record special suppression system monitoring in accordance with NFPA 72 (2010 edition) 14.4.2.2. The elevator room (W7102) clean agent suppression system is not documented to verify receipt of the signal by the fire alarm control unit. The condition was confirmed by interview with Staff AQ.
Tag No.: K0353
Based on observation, record review and interview, the facility failed to inspect the sprinkler system as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.5 and 9.7, and NFPA 25 (2011 edition) Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 8:20 am, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves, not the gauges, in every month within the last year. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/05/2016 at 9:15 am, observation by door NW-3214 revealed 3 holes that were 12 inches by 4 inches in the ceiling tile. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
3. On 12/05/16 at 9:16 am, observation by room HNW-3216C revealed the sprinkler diffuser was ½ inch from the escutcheon ring. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
4. On 12/05/16 at 1:40 pm, observation by room NW-6260 revealed the sprinkler diffuser was ½ inch from the escutcheon ring. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
5. On 12/05/2016 at 1:45 pm, observation in the 6th floor Cath Lab revealed a missing section of ceiling tile that was 1 foot by 1 foot. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
6. On 12/05/16 at 2:26 pm, observation by room NW-6202 revealed the sprinkler diffuser was ½ inch from the escutcheon ring. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
7. On 12/05/2016 at 3:05 pm, observation on the 4th floor by door HNW-4298 revealed 3 holes in the ceiling tile that were 3 inches in diameter. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0353
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to inspect the sprinkler system as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.5 and 9.7, and NFPA 25 (2011 edition) Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:20 PM, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves, not the gauges in the monthly inspection within the last year. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0353
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to inspect the sprinkler system as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.5 and 9.7, and NFPA 25 (2011 edition), Sections 5.2.4.1 and table 5.1.1.2. This deficiency had the potential to affect 27 of 27 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 3:15 PM, during review of the facility monthly fire sprinkler system inspection records it was discovered that the facility only inspected the valves not the gauges in every month within the last year. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0355
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain portable fire extinguishers as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition) 19.3.5.12 and 9.7.4.1, and NFPA 10 (2010 edition) 7.2.1, 7.2.1.2, 7.2.4.4 and 7.2.4.5 with monthly inspections. This deficiency had the potential to affect 27 of 27 patients and an undeterminable number of, staffs and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:51 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by dining room (BH2009) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
2. On 12/5/2016 at 1:55 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by room (BH2019) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
3. On 12/5/2016 at 2:30 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by room (BH2059) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
4. On 12/5/2016 at 2:34 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by room (BH2075) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
5. On 12/5/2016 at 2:50 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located in the Behavioral Health Penthouse was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
6. On 12/5/2016 at 2:55 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by room (BH2001) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
7. On 12/5/2016 at 3:00 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located in elevator equipment room (BH1080) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
8. On 12/5/2016 at 3:20 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by room (BH1050) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
9. On 12/5/2016 at 3:32 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located in elevator equipment room (BHLL01A) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
10. On 12/5/2016 at 3:36 pm, observation revealed that the fire extinguisher located by door (BHLL099B) was missing the November 2016 monthly inspection. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
Tag No.: K0355
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain portable fire extinguishers as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.5.12 and 9.7.4.1, and NFPA 10 (2010 edition) Sections 7.2.1, 7.2.1.2, 7.2.4.4 and 7.2.4.5 with monthly inspections. This deficiency had the potential to affect 170 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 8:30 am, during review of the facility monthly fire extinguisher inspection records for Heritage Building it was discovered that fire extinguishers were not inspected in the following locations and months within the last year:
a) All fire extinguishers located in the lower level for the month of June and November, 2016 and extinguishers 3460, 3451, 3452, 4688, 3454, 3560, 3456 and 6010 for the month of March, April, May, July and August, 2016.
b) All fire extinguishers located in first floor (A) for the month of October, 2016, extinguishers 3431, 3478, 3479, 4777, 3435, 3436, 3392,3393,3401, 3404,3638, 3409, 3415, 2738, 3416, 3417, 3418, 3420, 3421 for the month of April, 2016, and extinguishers 3427, 3496, 3428, 3429 and 3430 for the month of April and May, 2016.
c) All fire extinguishers located on the first floor (B) for the month of June, October, and November, 2016, extinguishers 3364, 3366, 3368, 3389, 3370, 6497, 3377, 3461, 3462 and 3497 for the month of January, February, July of 2016, and extinguisher 3382, 3384, 3385, 3386, 4651, 3389, 3390, 3391, 5517, 3634 and 4064 for the month of August and September, 2016..
d) All fire extinguishers located on the second floor for the month of May and November, 2016.
e) All fire extinguishers located on the third floor for the month of May and November, 2016.
f) Extinguishers 3490, 3491, 3515, 3279, 3280, 3281, 3473, 3282, 3284, 3276, 3277 and 3278 located on the fifth floor for the month of April, 2016.
g) All fire extinguishers (except extinguisher number 3256) located on the sixth floor for the month of April, 2016 and extinguishers 3263, 3269, 3260, 3261 and 3262 for the month of August and September, 2016.
h) All fire extinguishers located on the seventh floor for the month of April, 2016.
This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0355
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain portable fire extinguishers as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Sections 19.3.5.12 and 9.7.4.1, and NFPA 10 (2010 edition) Sections 7.2.1, 7.2.1.2, 7.2.4.4 and 7.2.4.5 with monthly inspections. This deficiency had the potential to affect 200 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:45 PM, during review of the facility monthly fire extinguisher inspection records for Legacy Building it was discovered that fire extinguishers were not inspected in the following locations and months within the last year:
a) All fire extinguishers located on the lower level for the month of July, 2016.
b) All fire extinguishers located on the first floor for the month of October, 2016.
c) All fire extinguishers located on the second floor for the month of January, September, October and November, 2016, and 9 extinguishers for the month of February, March and August, 2016.
d) All fire extinguishers located on the third floor for the month of June, 2016.
e) All fire extinguishers located on the fourth floor for the month of June, 2016.
f) All fire extinguishers located on the fifth floor for the month of June, 2016.
g) All fire extinguishers located on the sixth floor for the month of June, 2016.
This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0362
Based on observation and staff interview, the corridor wall in one location on the 2nd Floor surgery area was not smoke-tight in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.6.2.3, 19.3.6.1(1)(c). This deficient practice affected an undetermined number of patients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that the corridor wall of the Surgery Scheduling Office HM2816 on the 2nd Floor, Legacy building did not limit the transfer of smoke due to sliding glass windows in the wall, nor did the office space have a smoke detector supervised by the the building fire alarm system. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview Staff AJ, Staff AK, Staff AO, and Staff AN.
Tag No.: K0363
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to provide doors in accordance with NFPA 101(2012 ed) 19.3.6.3. This deficient practice affected an undetermined number of outpatients, staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that the corridor door to Aisle HNW2205 in the Cath Lab, IR and OR area in the 2nd Floor Heritage building did not latch to keep the door suitably closed in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 ed)19.3.6.3.5. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AN, Staff AJ, Staff AK and Staff AO.
2. On 12/06/16 at 1:55 pm, observation revealed that the double corridor doors S1413 of the Kitchen on the 1st Floor did not have positive latching hardware to keep the doors suitably closed in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 ed) 19.3.6.3.5. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH, and Staff AE.
3. On 12/06/16 at 2:00 pm, observation revealed that the fully glazed double doors of the Chapel on the 1st Floor did not have positive latching hardware to keep the doors suitably closed in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 ed) 19.3.6.3.5. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH, and Staff AE.
4. On 12/05/16 at 3:00 pm, observation by room HNW-5251A revealed the room did not have smoke detection, like the corridor and the door was being help open with a wood wedge. When tested without the wood wedge in the way, the door would not latch. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0363
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not provide corridor separation doors with louver-free corridor doors and operational latching hardware in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.6.4, 19.3.6.3.5. This deficient practice could affect 27 of the 27 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/05/16 at 1:43 pm it was observed on the 2nd floor in the unit A laundry closet (BH2020), that the door had a louver which did not resist the passage of smoke between the corridor and room. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
2. On 12/05/16 at 1:45 pm it was observed on the 2nd floor in unit A resident room(BH2013), that the door latch was covered with a piece of tape which prevented the door from latching. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
3. On 12/05/16 at 2:00 pm it was observed on the 2nd floor in the elevator #2 lobby (BH2032), that the doors did not fully close and latch. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
4. On 12/05/16 at 2:27 pm it was observed on the 2nd floor in the unit C laundry closet (BH2061), that the door had a louver which did not resist the passage of smoke between the corridor and room. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
5. On 12/05/16 at 3:05 pm it was observed on the 2nd floor in the adolescent unit laundry closet (BH1049), that the door had a louver which did not resist the passage of smoke between the corridor and room. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE.
Tag No.: K0363
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility did not maintain corridor doors in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.6.3.10. Doors shall not be held open by devices other than those that release when the door is pushed or pulled. This deficient practice could affect 48 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
1. On 12/05/15 at 2:37 pm, observation revealed Workroom door HM5759 had a rubber doorstop holding it in an open position. The door was held open by a device that would not release when the door was pulled in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.6.3.10. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
Tag No.: K0372
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not provide and maintain the fire-rating and smoke tightness of smoke barrier walls with sealed penetrations as required by NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.7.3, and 8.5. This deficient practice could affect 25 of the 247 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 2:05 pm, observation revealed that the smoke barrier past conference room (HC3300), above the ceiling, had a penetration that was not sealed according to an approved method. The deficiency included broken and partially removed block. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AE and Staff AF.
2. On 12/05/16 at 3:52 pm, observation revealed in the smoke barrier wall above the ceiling tile by door NW-4298 that a 2 inch electrical conduit pipe was passing through the wall and there was a half inch annular gap around the pipe that was not properly fire caulked. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0374
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure safety to patients due to failure to maintain two pairs of smoke doors in smoke barriers in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.3.7.8, 8.5.4.1. The deficiency affected an undetermined number of patients, staff and visitors in the facility.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that the cross-corridor smoke doors in the 1-hr smoke barrier wall between the Waiting HM2803 space and Corridor HM2899P in the 2nd Floor Legacy building did not fully close and left a gap of 1 inch at the meeting edge, which is more than the minimum required for operation of doors. The deficiency was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AO, Staff AJ and Staff AK.
2. On 12/05/15 at 1:50 pm, observation revealed that the cross corridor smoke doors HM689D in the 1-hr smoke barrier wall did not fully close and left a gap of 1 inch at the meeting edge, which is more than the minimum required for operation of doors. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AA, AB and AC.
3. On 12/06/16 at 11:27 am, observation revealed that the smoke doors HM1799M at the Legacy staff entrance had a 3/16 " wide gap at the meeting edge, which exceeded the minimum clearance required for operation of smoke doors. The deficiency was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AP, Staff AH, and Staff AE.
Tag No.: K0374
Based on observation and interview, the facility did not provide and maintain smoke barrier door assemblies that meet code requirements for separation of smoke compartments with positive-latching hardware, in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition.), 19.3.7.8. This deficient practice could affect 21 of the 27 patients and an undetermined number of staff and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
On 12/05/2016 at 2:46 am, observation revealed on the 2nd floor in corridor (BH2099), that a pair of smoke barrier doors (BH2099C) did not fully close and latch. The doors were installed with automatic latching hardware but the doors did not automatically close and latch. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AR, Staff BC, Staff BD and Staff BE
Tag No.: K0374
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to provide smoke barrier doors in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), sections 19.3.7.8 and 19.3.7.9. This deficient practice could affect 50 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 9:10 am, observation of the double doors HNW-FD3223A in the fire barrier wall above the ceiling tiles revealed two 2 inch electrical conduit pipes were penetrating the wall and had ½ inch annular gap around them and were not properly fire stopped. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/05/16 at 4:33 pm, observation of the double doors CSW-4099H in the smoke barrier wall revealed the coordinator was not working and would not allow the doors to close and latch. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0500
Based on observations and interview, the facility did not maintain the electrical equipment in accordance with NFPA 101 - 2012 edition sections 39.3, 21.7, 21.3 and 9.1.2, and NFPA 70 - 2011 edition. This deficient practice could affect an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 10:15 am, observation revealed an electrical circuit breaker panel by room 11 did not have the breaker switches labeled for what they were providing power to.
2. On 12/06/16 at 11:25 am, observation revealed in room EB-3020 a refrigerator and a microwave oven were plugged into a power strip.
These deficient practices were confirmed by staff AA, AF, and AV at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0511
Based on observations and interview, the facility did not maintain electrical equipment in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), sections 19.5.1.1 and 9.1.2, and NFPA 70 - 2011 edition. This deficient practice could affect 20 of 247 patients and an undeterminable number of outpatients as well as staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/05/16 at 4:30 pm, observation in room 4223 on the 4th floor revealed a power strip daisy chain condition where one power strip was plugged into another that was plugged into the wall outlet. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
2. On 12/05/16 at 2:38 pm, observation revealed in room NW-6247 that a refrigerator, microwave oven, and a toaster were plugged into a single power strip. This deficient practice was confirmed by staff AG, AH, and AI at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0541
Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a laundry chute door in accordance with NFPA 101 (2012 edition), 19.5.4.1, 9.5.1.2 and 8.3.4.2. This deficient practice affected an undetermined number of patients and staff.
Findings include
1. On 12/05/16 between 1:00 pm and 3:46 pm, observation revealed that the Laundry Chute door did not latch due to damaged latching hardware. The laundry chute was located in the Soiled Utility Room HNW2203 in the IR/Cath Lab area on the 2nd Floor Heritage building.
The above deficiency was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AJ, Staff AK, Staff AO and Staff AN.
Tag No.: K0700
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to conduct fire drills in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), section 21.7.1.6. This deficiency had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings included:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 10:55 am, review of the facility fire drill documents for the last 12 months revealed that there was no fire drill conducted on the first shift during the first and second quarters of 2016 located in the fifth floor out patient surgery center. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0712
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to conduct fire drills at varied times in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 19.7.1.4, 19.7.1.5, 19.7.1.6 and 19.7.1.7. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:46 PM, review of the facility fire drill documents for the last 12 months revealed that fire drills on the third shift were not conducted at varied times. Three of four fire drills were conducted between 2:32 am and 3.03 am. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy
Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0712
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to conduct fire drills at varied times in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 19.7.1.4, 19.7.1.5, 19.7.1.6 and 19.7.1.7. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 9:01 am, review of the facility fire drill documents for the last 12 months revealed that fire drills on the third shift were not conducted at varied times. Three of four fire drills were conducted between 2:32 am and 3.03 am. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0900
Based on interview and observation, the facility did not maintain the emergency electrical generator in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 4.6.12 and NFPA 110 (2012 edition), Sections 5.6.5.6. and 5.6.5.6.1. This deficiency had the potential to affect an undeterminable number of outpatients, staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/6/2016 at 3:15 PM, observation revealed that emergency generators located in the Lower level Room CONL079D were not provided with a remote stop switch. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0912
Based on observations and staff interview, the facility did not provide electrical receptacles in accordance with NFPA 99 (2012 edition). Findings include:This deficient practice could affect 30 of 2600 outpatients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
1. On 12/06/16 at 3:45 pm, observation revealed within patient examination rooms (CE3003-CE3019) that healthcare grade medical devices were plugged into a non-medical grade receptacles. This non-medical grade receptacle is not listed for this healthcare purpose and is not compliant with NFPA 99 (2012 edition), 10.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 3:50 pm, observation revealed within patient examination rooms (CN3001-CN3020) that healthcare grade medical devices were plugged into a non-medical grade receptacles. This non-medical grade receptacle is not listed for this healthcare purpose and is not compliant with NFPA 99 (2012 edition), 10.2. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
Tag No.: K0918
Based on interview and observation, the facility did not maintain the emergency electrical generator in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 9.1.3.1, and NFPA 110 (2012 edition), Sections 5.6.5.6. and 5.6.5.6.1. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of staffs and visitors.
FINDINGS INCLUDE:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 1:48 PM, observation revealed that none of the three 2 mega watt capacity emergency generators located inside the power plant building were not provided with a remote stop switch. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0918
Based on interview and observation, the facility did not maintain the emergency electrical generator in accordance with the requirements of NFPA 101 (2012 edition), Section 9.1.3.1, and NFPA 110 (2012 edition), Sections 5.6.5.6. and 5.6.5.6.1. This deficiency had the potential to affect 247 of 247 inpatients and an undeterminable number of staffs and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/5/2016 at 2:05 PM, observation revealed that emergency generators located inside the heritage service shop building were not provided with a remote stop switch. This deficient practice was confirmed by Staff AQ (Security Supervisor) and Staff BF (Manager of Energy Management ) at the time of discovery.
Tag No.: K0920
Based on observations and staff interview, the facility did not provide fixed electrical wiring in accordance with NFPA 99 (2012 edition) and NFPA 70 (2011 edition). This deficient practice could affect 100 of 2600 outpatients and an undeterminable number of staff and visitors.
Findings include:
1. On 12/06/16 at 10:45 am, observation revealed within file room (CCL008D) that two trouble lights where wired with temporary wiring to an open junction box. The temporary wiring was not contained within conduit and was open to the room. This observed condition was not compliant with NFPA 70 (2011 edition), 400.8. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
2. On 12/06/16 at 2:04 pm, observation revealed within room (CE2036) that a healthcare grade thermal bath device was plugged into a non-medical grade timer. The timer is not listed for this healthcare purpose and is not compliant with NFPA 99 (2012 edition), 10.2.4. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
3. On 12/06/16 at 3:30 pm, observation revealed within room (CW3021) that two (2) plug strip multiple outlet devices were used to power three high voltage appliances: a microwave oven, a coffee pot, and a toaster. These multiple outlet connection devices are not listed for this purpose and are not in accordance with NFPA 70 (2011 edition), 400.8. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.
4. On 12/06/16 at 3:40 pm, observation revealed within room (CN3008) that one (1) plug strip multiple outlet device was used to power a high voltage microwave appliance. This multiple outlet connection device is not listed for this purpose and is not in accordance with NFPA 70 (2011 edition), 400.8. The condition was confirmed at the time of discovery by a concurrent observation and interview with Staff AG and Staff AB.