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32 | In regard of the allegation, “facility has not prevented rodent problem," it was alleged that facility has mice and rat problem. LPA interviewed residents from resident#1 to resident #8, all eight residents stated they did not observe facility had mice and rat problem. LPA interviewed staff and staff reported facility had rodent and were found in the kitchen areas. A facility tour for physical plant inspection was conducted. At the time of the inspection, live rodents were not observed. However, staff reported dead rodents were seen in the kitchen but were cleaned up a day before.
In regard of the allegation, "facility does not ensure a clean environment', it was alleged facility had rodent droppings in the kitchen. LPA interviewed residents from resident#1 to resident #8, all eight residents stated they did not observe facility had rodent droppings. LPA interviewed staff and staff reported facility had rodent dropping in the kitchen areas. At the time of the inspection, LPA observed two holes at the bottom of the back wall in the kitchen. Staff stated that rodents came in and out from those holes in the kitchen. LPA also observed rodents’ droppings on the kitchen floor.
Based on review of documents and interviews conducted, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met, therefore the above two allegations are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Deficiencies are being cited according to California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 6, Chapter 1.
An exit interview was conducted with Administrator. A hard copy of the report and appeal rights were provided. |