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STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and staff interview during the survey, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain sprinkler protected areas in accordance with Life Safety Section 19.3.2.5. This deficient practice could affect all residents and staff in the main smoke compartment including the Kitchen should there be smoke and heat transfer between the hazardous area and other portions of the building. This was evidence by the following.

The Main Kitchen door opening into the corridor would not close completely and latch into the door frame..

The Director of Maintenance acknowledged the area enclosures and door condition during a tour of the facility.

19.3.2.5.1 Cooking facilities shall be protected in accordance with 9.2.3, unless otherwise permitted by 19.3.2.5.2, 19.3.2.5.3, or 19.3.2.5.4.

STANDARD is not met as evidenced by: During observation of the kitchen gas fired cooking equipment it did not meet the requirements of the 2012 Edition of NFPA 54 Fuel and Gas Code 9.6.1.2. This deficient practice could affect all residents, and staff should a fire occur due to failure to operate safely due to non-code compliant. This was evidence by the following.

Gas fired cooking equipment with casters where not limited by a restraining device.

The Maintenance Director acknowledge lack of a restraining on the gas fired cooking appliances

NFPA 54 -2012 Fuel and Gas Code 9.6.1.2 Restraints. Movement of appliance with casters shall be limited by a restraining device installed in accordance with the connector and appliance manufactures installation instructions.