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LAFAYETTE - A M G SPECIALTY HOSPITAL
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Tag No.: K0022
Based on observation, the facility failed to provide exit signage that is in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association-NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code) for 12 of 28 exit signs. Exit signs shall indicate the direction of travel and shall be illuminated as to be legible in both normal and emergency lighting conditions. This deficiency affects the 17 patients in the facility.
Actual Code: NFPA 101, 2000 edition
NFPA 101:7.10.2 (Directional Signs)
7.10.2 A sign complying with 7.10.3 with a directional indicator showing the direction of travel shall be placed in every location where the direction of travel to reach the nearest exit is not apparent.
Or
NFPA 101:7.10.5. (Illumination of signs)
7.10.5.1 Every sign required by 7.10.1.2 or 7.10.1.4, other than where operations or processes require low lighting levels, shall be suitably illuminated by a reliable light source. Externally and internally illuminated signs shall be legible in both the normal and emergency lighting mode.
Findings:
During facility tour on January 8, 2014 between 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., the facility failed to provide exit signage that is completely lit. There are 12 exit signs that have bulbs that are not lit.