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Inspection visit

Routine inspection (multi-day)

HAPPY LIVING FACILITYLicense 1072040547 citations on this visit
7 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

An unannounced Annual Continuation visit was conducted by Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) K. Mcclurg. LPA met with Licensee/Administrator (L/A) Raquel Catacutan. The purpose of this visit is to re-address concerns observed during previous visit as well as continued facility inspection. L/A lives on premises with spouse. Previous observations were reviewed & observed to be cleared &/or in process of being cleared. Interiors in need of wall/door surface general cleaning, &/or repair, replacement, painting, etc. Outside areas toured. Front porch/patio used & designated as a smoking area. Front porch/patio area in need of general clean-up & de-cluttering. Area being used to store cleaning items & other hazardous chemicals in cabinet that is now locked. Items not in use &/or non-operational such as motorized wheelchair, & refrigerator are in need of removal. Front driveway contains miscellaneous items that appear to be being stored there, including what looks to be metal fence panels. Backyard has access to side yard with fenced area & drive-port with trailer, power tools, hand tools, yard equipment, gasoline, motor oil, etc. Large gate to this area observed to have lock that was unlocked. Area also has 1/2 panel of chain link/gate that is not secured & due to height, cannot maintain accessibility of hazardous items. Multiple use of extension cords & some cording appears to be hung in a manner that does not protect the integrity of cording exterior & insulation. (Continued) (Continued from previous page.) Backyard towards back side area of property observed to be in need of general clean-up with storage of additional miscellaneous items in need of removal. Backyard behind shed in need of general clean-up & storage of items not in use to be removed from property. Area in backyard surrounded by short fencing in need of general clean-up & removal of items not in use, such as tall poles with concrete bases laying down. Outside areas have a general appearance of disarray & in need of general clean-up, & removal of items not in use &/or broken. Storage to be maintained in a manner that is safe @ all times & in a manner to prevent items falling upon person, tripping, & possible fire hazards. Copious use of extension cords through-out facility, interior & exterior. Deficiencies issued. Immediate Civil Penalty for repeat Zero-Tolerance violation in the amount of $1,000.00 issued. Exit interview conducted with L/A. Report provided.

Citations

7 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 87203Type A

    Maintain facilities for fire and panic safety

    Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal for the protection of life and property against fire and panic. 1.) Bed/bed frame obstructing entry & egress point of resident bedroom; 2.) On front porch/patio a single nail was observed to be draped with multiple strands of string lights connected to electrical outlet through use of multiple extension cords including what appeared to be of the type rated for indoor use only.

  • 87303(a)Type B

    Maintain facility in clean, safe, sanitary condition

    Maintenance & Operations. The facility shall be clean, safe, sanitary & in good repair at all times. 1.) Resident bathroom requires cleaning @ base of toilet, toilet front sides bowl to floor, bulbs over sink dusted/cleaned; plunger stored on floor to back/side of toilet to be stored in a healthful manner; 2.) Hallway: ceiling vent dusty/dirty; doors & doorjams dirt/soild around doorknobs & surfaces at doorknob level; wals & doorframes have black markings/scraped paint most likely from wheelchaire use, & baseboards, etc., in need of repair &/or painting, etc.; 3.) Outside area in need of clean-up & removal of items including non-op appliances @ front, metal fencing @ side, materials behind shed, & other misc items.

  • Facility maintenance and healthful environment

    Personal Accommodations and Services. ...all facilities...shall be maintained in a state of good repair &...provide a safe and healthful environment.Toilet in resident bathroom did not have a toilet seat. This poses an immediate risk of fall &/or injury, etc.

  • 87309(a)Type A

    Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended

    Storage Space. ...items which could pose a danger if readily available...shall be stored where inaccessible to clients. Observations: 1.)Front patio/porch: Unsecured string trimmer/edger & Unlocked cabinet containing hazardous items including aerosol Brake Cleaner, aerosol Starting fluid, motor oil, heavy duty cleanser, misc. power tools, etc; 2.) Unlocked Laundry room & closet containing misc. detergent/cleansers, chemicals, etc.,3.) Unlocked cabinet under kitchen sink containing knives & misc. detergent/cleansers, chemicals,etc.; 4.) Back/side yard with trailer unlocked & 1/2 gate Leaving gasoline, propane, motor oil, misc power tools etc. accessible.

  • 87555(a)Type B

    Diet quality and preparation in safe healthful manner

    General Food Service Requirements. All food shall be selected, stored, prepared and served in a safe and healthful manner. 1.) Meat being defrosted on countertop; 2.) Food being stored in empty pickle jar;

  • Food storage temperature control requirements

    General Food Service Requirements. ...refrigerators...shall be kept clean & food stored to enable adequate air circulation to maintain...temperatures. Refrigerator very full posing potential rish of impeding air circulation necessary to maintain appropriate temperature.

  • Store centrally held medications in locked secure place

    Incidental Medical and Dental Care. ...medicines shall be kept in a safe and locked place that is not accessible to persons other than employees responsible for... medication.L/A's bedroom observed to be unlocked with multiple misc. medications accessible.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the May 14, 2024 inspection of HAPPY LIVING FACILITY?

This was an other inspection of HAPPY LIVING FACILITY on May 14, 2024. 7 citations were issued: 4 Type A (serious) and 3 Type B.

Were any citations issued to HAPPY LIVING FACILITY on May 14, 2024?

Yes, 7 citations were issued (4 Type A, 3 Type B). The first citation was for: "Fire Safety. All facilities shall be maintained in conformity with the regulations adopted by the State Fire Marshal fo..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was an other inspection. other inspections are conducted by CCLD as part of their licensing oversight.

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