Hazardous items and storageType A
- Official classification
- Type A
- Official code
- 87309(a)
- Regulation authority
- CCR
What the official deficiency says
(a) Except as specified in subsection (b), the licensee shall ensure that disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisonous substances, knives, matches, tools, sharp objects, and other similar items which could pose a danger to residents are in locked storage and are not left unattended if outside the locked storage. This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Deficient Practice Statement LPA observed the laundry room door ajar, this is where all cleaners, soaps, and disinfectants are stored. The door has a keypad lock which locks the door when fully closing it.The laundry room was unattended by the staff while unlocked, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
Official plan of correction
POC Due Date: 05/20/2026 Plan of Correction Licensee/Administrator to hold an in-service training regarding ensuring apprpriate storage regarding cleaners, soaps, disinfectants, any other items that may pose a risk to residents in care, are to be locked up and inaccessible at all times. Submit follow-up proof of training by 5/25/26. Submit plan of correction by POC due date of 5/20/26.