1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Bennette Pena conducted an unannounced Required-1 year visit using the full Care Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) Tools. LPA was met by Maybelline Tayag, Direct Support Professional (DSP) and Lawrence Llado, Direct Support Professional (DSP) and explained the purpose of the visit. Administrator Anna Marie Tomilloso arrived at 10:30am and assisted LPA with the inspection. At 11:00am, Merci Gonzales, Licensee also arrived to assist LPA. The facility is licensed to care for (4) Developmentally Disabled Adults, non-ambulatory, ages 18 through 59. All clients residing at this Specialized facility receive case management services provided by Harbor Regional Center.
LPA utilized the Compliance and Regulatory Enforcement (CARE) tools for the visit today and observed the following:
Infection Control: Infection control practices and Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) were maintained. The staff wore masks throughout their shift and disposable gloves are used to clean and disinfect the high touched surfaces in the common areas. The facility has submitted a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan and Infection Control Plan. Facility has COVID-19 signage posted at the entrance door. Bathrooms have hand washing signs, soap and paper towels. Staff are adhering to infection control requirements.
Physical Plant/Environment Safety: The facility is a single storey home located in a residential neighborhood, contains a total of (4) resident bedrooms, (2) full bathrooms, a living room/activity area, kitchen, dining area, backyard, and detached garage. Currently, there are four (4) clients living in the facility. The interior and exterior physical plant was inspected. Client bedrooms were toured. Each bedroom has a smoke detector, bed, linen, dresser, light, chair and sufficient closet space. Bathrooms have non-skid materials and contained hygiene supplies including liquid soap, paper towels, and toilet paper. Exit doors are free of any obstruction and there are no pools or large bodies of water. Backyard was inspected and LPA observed a separate staff room and bathroom outside. LPA also observed miscellaneous items and unused bins all over the side yards. Detached garage was inspected and there is an extra refrigerator/freezer to stock up additional food items. Kitchen knives, sharps objects, cleaning supplies and toxic substances are locked and inaccessible to clients. There is a fire extinguisher observed to be fully charged and was purchased on 01/15/2023. Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide were tested and operable. There are no firearms or weapons stored at the facility. Water temperature readings measured within the required 105 - 120 degrees Fahrenheit. At 10:25am, hot water supply measured 109.8 in bathroom #1, and 111.2 in bathroom #2.
Operational Requirements: A current Plan of Operation was reviewed. The Infection Control Plan has not been added to the Plan. A fire clearance for (4) clients is in place. Liability Insurance policy in the amount of $1,000,000.00 each occurrence and $3,000,000.00 in the total annual aggregate is valid and will expire on 03/31/2024. Surety Bond (Summa Insurance Services) is in effect and in force with bond amount of $2000. The insurance will expire on 04/28/2025. Last Fire and Earthquake Drills were conducted on 11/01/2023 and drills with staff and clients are conducted on a monthly basis.
*****REPORT CONTINUED ON LIC809-C*****
|