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GARDEN CITY HOSPITAL
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Tag No.: K0062
Based on observation and/or review of records the facility failed to provide documentation that the automatic sprinkler system is maintained and/or tested in accordance with the LSC sections 19.7.6, 4.6.12, 9.7.5. This deficient practice could potentially affect 130 occupants of the facility.
Findings include:
On 06/06/13 at approximately 10:35 AM, by review of the annual inspection/test of the facility fire Pump. The technician reported that the fire pump maintains the system pressure on a run timer. A Jockey Pump should be installed to avoid unnecessary wear on the fire pump. This deficiency is not in accordance with the 2000 Edition LSC 19.7.6, 4.6.12, NFPA 13, NFPA 25, 9.7.5.
On 08/19/13 at approximately 1:20 PM, by interviewing the Maintenance Director proposal has been requested from facility fire protection contractor. Proposal expected by 08/25/13. Verbal confirmation that this can be completed by 10/15/13.
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Tag No.: K0144
The facility failed to maintain the emergency generator in accordance with NFPA 110.
NFPA 110 SEC. 6.4.1 AND 6.4.2, LEVEL 1 AND LEVEL 2 EPSSs, including all appurtenant components, shall be inspected weekly and shall be exercised under load monthly for a minimum of 30 minutes. This deficient practice could potentially affect 130 occupants of the facility.
Findings Include:
On 06/06/13 at approximately 11:00 AM, observed that by review of the annual inspection/test report on the facility Generator # 1 the technician reported that the test had to be stopped due to overheating. The governor is not maintaining engine speed. Recommended new or recoil radiator. This deficiency is not in accordance with NFPA 99. 3.4.4.1.
On 08/19/13 at approximately 2:15 PM, by interviewing the Maintenance Director plans have been completed for the electrical work. Proposal have been received and are being reviewed for the electrical work to be done.