Routine inspection·October 6, 2022

On 10/6/2022 at 9:10AM, Licensing Program Analysts (LPAs) G. Luk and K. Nguyen arrived unannounced to conduct an Infection Control Inspection. LPAs met with staff, Myrna Tolentino. Administrator, Robert Abella arrived 20 minutes later. Upon entry, staff did not conduct COVID-19 screening for LPAs. Staff later checked LPAs' temperatures. LPAs observed hand sanitizer at screening station. LPAs toured facility including but not limited to bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, common areas, garage, and outdoor areas. LPAs observed cough etiquette, signs & symptoms, and physical distancing are posted in the common areas. All hand washing stations were equipped with soap and paper towel. Hand washing posters were posted at sinks and bathrooms. During record review, LPAs observed visitors log and temperature log for both residents and staff. LPAs observed facility has a copy of Mitigation Plan on file. Facility staff had FIT testing for N95 respirators completed and completion certificates were reviewed. LPAs observed PPE, food supplies, and paper supplies are sufficient. At 9:20AM, LPAs observed unlocked knives cabinet and key was on the lock. Staff locked up the knives cabinet and put away the key during inspection. The deficiency was observed (see LIC 809D) and cited from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22. Failure to correct deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights was provided.