Deficiency Records for Fair Acres Geriatric Center

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Updated as of October 01, 2021

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A list of the most recent deficiencies for Fair Acres Geriatric Center. The list is based on the information provided by CMS from both standard inspections and from complaints filed by residents.

Deficiency Type of Deficiency Deficiency Date Date Corrected Resulted from a Complaint?
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-06-20 N
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-06-20 N
Have a correctly designed non-healthcare occupancy area in a health care facility. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-06-01 N
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-06-01 N
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-06-01 N
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. Health 2021-03-11 2021-05-03 N
Ensure each resident?s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Health 2021-03-11 2021-05-03 N
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2021-03-11 2021-05-03 N
Use approved construction type or materials. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have exits that are accessible at all times. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have an externally vented heating system. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have proper power supply for life support equipment. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2021-02-23 2021-04-24 N
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Health 2020-10-09 2020-11-06 Y
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Health 2020-06-18 2020-08-03 Y
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Health 2020-07-10 2020-07-23 Y
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-08-04 N
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-15 N
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-15 N
Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2019-05-14 2019-07-13 N
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Health 2019-05-07 2019-05-31 N
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Health 2019-05-07 2019-05-31 N
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Health 2018-10-29 2018-11-08 Y
Have a correctly designed non-healthcare occupancy area in a health care facility. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-07-13 N
Establish an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Fire Safety 2018-04-26 2018-06-25 N
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Health 2018-04-27 2018-06-20 N