Inspection visit

ComplaintAugust 20, 2024

VALERIO RCFELicense 1958502871 citation on this visit

1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

It was alleged that staff do not ensure the kitchen was free of pests. Additional information received by a credible witness reported that the facility has been attempting to treat the infestation on their own for months with no success. During the plant tour, between 09:40AM-10:00AM, the LPA observed dead and alive roaches and flies in the kitchen pantry and refrigerator. During the visit, staff informed LPA that the infestation has been happening for a few months. The facility has extermination service every month but for outside areas only. Facility staff have been spraying Raid bug spray and setting roach traps to treat the issue on their own, however, efforts have been unsuccessful. Based on LPA observation and evidence provided by a credible witness, the allegation of “staff do not ensure kitchen was free of pests” is deemed Substantiated at this time. Pursuant to Title 22, CA Code of Regulations, the following deficiency was cited (refer to LIC 9099-D). Administrator was informed that failure to correct deficiency may result in civil penalties. Exit interview conducted, report issued, and appeal rights provided.

Citations

6 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.

87555(b)(27)Type B
Kitchen sanitation against contamination sources
General Food Service Requirements (b)The following food service requirements shall apply: (27)All kitchen areas shall be kept clean and free of litter, rodents, vermin and insects.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA/credible witness observation and pictures obtained, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above as roaches and flies were observed in kitchen areas. This poses a potentail health and safety risk to persons in care.
80088(f)(1)Type B
Solid waste shall be stored, located and disposed of in a manner that will not...provide a breeding place or food source for insects or rodents. (1)All containers, including movable bins, used for storage of solid wastes....shall have tight fitted lids...This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation, the Licensee did not comply in the section cited above in that resident bedrooms were observed to contain trash bins without lids. This poses a potential health, safety, and personal rights risk to persons in care.
87309(a)Type B
Ensure hazardous items are locked and not unattended
Storage Space(a) Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, poisons, firearms and other items which could pose a danger if readily available to clients shall be stored where inaccessible to clients.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that cleaning solutions were stored accessible in the visitor bathroom which posed a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
87468.1(a)(1)Type B
Dignity in personal relationships
(a) Residents in all residential care facilities for the elderly shall have all of the following personal rights:(1) To be accorded dignity in their personal relationships with staff, residents, and other persons.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on observation and interviews, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above in that cameras in the common areas have an audio component which poses a potential personal rights risk to persons in care.
87555(b)(8)Type B
Food quality controls and rejected damaged goods
(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (8)All food shall be of good quality. Commercial foods shall be approved by appropriate federal, state and local authorities. Food in damaged containers shall not be accepted, used or retained.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed expired food items in pantry and refrigerator dating back to 11/17/2022. This posed a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.
87555(b)(9)Type B
Food handling safeguards during storage and service
(b) The following food service requirements shall apply: (9)Procedures which protect the safety, acceptability and nutritive values of food shall be observed in food storage, preparation and service.This requirement is not met as evidenced by: Based on LPA observation, the Licensee did not comply with the section cited above. LPA observed food items stored without original packaging and labels detailing nutrtitive values and expiration dates. This poses a potental health and safety risk to persons in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the August 20, 2024 inspection of VALERIO RCFE?

This was a complaint inspection of VALERIO RCFE on August 20, 2024. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to VALERIO RCFE on August 20, 2024?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (0 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "General Food Service Requirements (b)The following food service requirements shall apply: (27)All kitchen areas shall b..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

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Complaint·August 20, 2024