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13 | Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Liliana Silveira conducted a complaint investigation visit to deliver findings for the above allegation. LPA Silveira met with QA Manager Morgan Davis and shared the findings.
The Department’s investigation consisted of interviews, outside source documents, a tour of the facility and facility records review. On 06/29/21, it was alleged that facility staff were not following proper COVID-19 protocols, more specifically, in reference to proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) disposal. During an interview, the Program Director Brittany Carter demonstrated knowledge of proper PPE disposal. During the tour, it was observed that trash cans were located throughout the facility, including in clients’ bedrooms. Large outdoor waste bins were also observed for proper storage of waste. Records such as staff logs and training material demonstrated that all facility staff are trained monthly by the facility nurse on proper donning and doffing of PPE, including the disposal of PPE in waste containers. LPA spoke with staff who demonstrated how they dispose of PPE. Outside source information also indicated that wind could have been a possible contributing factor in PPE having been blown into a nearby canyon.
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