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Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to provide means of egress that are maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to a full instant use in case of fire or other emergency. The deficient practice would prevent these exits from being arranged so that they are readily available and accessible, affecting 0 patients and all occupants in 1 of 5 smoke zones. The facility has a capacity of 25 with a census of 4.


During the tour conducted on 4/11/2016, between 11 am and 3 pm, the following is observed:

1.) At approximately 1:50 pm, it is discovered that there is are boxes and shelves in the exit corridor near Central Suppy.

Maintenance Staff A was present and acknowledged the finding.

NFPA Standard: Exits shall terminate directly at a public way or an exterior exit discharge. Yards, courts, open spaces, or other portions of the exit discharge shall be of required width and size to provide all occupants with a safe access to a public way. 2000 NFPA 101, 7.7.1.

Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to provide means of egress that are maintained free of all obstructions or impediments to a full instant use in case of fire or other emergency. The deficient practice would prevent these exits from being arranged so that they are readily available and accessible, affecting 0 patients and all occupants in 1 of 5 smoke zones. The facility has a capacity of 25 with a census of 4.


During the tour conducted on 4/11/2016, between 11 am and 3 pm, the following is observed:

1.) At approximately 1:50 pm, it is discovered that there is are boxes and shelves in the exit corridor near Central Suppy.

Maintenance Staff A was present and acknowledged the finding.

NFPA Standard: Exits shall terminate directly at a public way or an exterior exit discharge. Yards, courts, open spaces, or other portions of the exit discharge shall be of required width and size to provide all occupants with a safe access to a public way. 2000 NFPA 101, 7.7.1.