HospitalInspections.org

Based on visual observation the facility failed to assure that the fire extinguishers were inspected and tested in accordance with the Life Safety Code and NFPA 10. Fire extinguishers are available to extinguish small fire or smoke emergencies. This deficient practice could potentially affect 14 of 14 residents.

Findings:

During the facility tour and the record review, between the hours of 9:00am and 2:00pm, it was observed that new portable fire extinguishers were mounted above the 5 foot requirement.

Interview with Administrator revealed the facility was not aware that the fire extinguishers were mounted too high.

Based on visual observation, the facility failed to assure that the policy on smoking required all smoking areas to be supplied with a metal, self-closing container. Cigarette butts shall be extinguished in an approved container in order to prevent accidental combustion. This deficient practice could potentially affect 14 of 14 residents.

Findings:

During the facility tour, between the hours of 9:00am and 2:00pm, it was observed, that cigarette butts were found discarded on the ground in the smoking area. The smoking area was supplied with a metal containers with self-closing covers into which ashtrays can be emptied.

Interview with Administrator revealed the facility was not aware the containers in the smoke area did not meet the requirements.