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25 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Ryan Gardner made an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
LPA Gardner met with Direct Support Staff Roberto Mungcal who confirmed that there are currently no cases/exposures of COVID-19 within the facility. At the beginning of visit there was one (1) staff and two (2) clients present. Administrator Maria Collins and Michael Collins showed up during today’s visit to complete the inspection.
LPA Gardner toured the facility inside and out and went over COVID-19 best practices for infection control and prevention with Roberto Mungcal. LPA Gardner observed the staff member was properly fitted with a face covering. The facility was notified they need to complete a COVID-19 Mitigation Plan (LIC808) and send it to licensing. The facility notified LPA that they have a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases, ensuring PPE supplies are maintained, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the proper use and disposal of PPE. Clients have hand sanitizer available to them and the bathrooms were stocked with hand soap and paper towels. LPA Gardner observed the facility to have multiple postings throughout the facility for cough etiquette, proper hand washing procedure, and social distancing. LPA Gardner requested to inspect the facility's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supply, which was located at the in the hall closet. The facility has a full thirty (30) day supply of PPE items such as gloves, face shields, gowns, N95 masks, disinfectant, and hand sanitizer. |