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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

APPLE GARDEN SENIORSLicense 3664264132 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Rayshaun Nickolas conducted an unannounced visit to the facility. The purpose of the visit was to conduct a required annual inspection, with an emphasis on infection control due to the COVID-19 pandemic. LPA Nickolas arrived and met with Administrator, Karkaletsis. LPA Nickolas was asked to sign-in upon arrival . The administrator confirmed that there are currently no cases/exposures of COVID-19 within the facility. During the inspection, LPA Nickolas conducted a tour of the facility and made observations pertaining to the facility's infection control measures and other health and safety concerns. LPA Nickolas observed appropriate postings throughout the facility, including hand-washing etiquette, face coverings, and COVID-19 symptoms postings. The facility was also equipped with sufficient hand hygiene supplies, sufficient cleaning/disinfecting provisions, and less than a 30 day supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). LPA observed that the facility staff were wearing face coverings. The facility has a designated infection control lead person who has been tasked with tracking all COVID-19 cases and/or suspected cases, ensuring PPE supplies are maintained, cleaning and disinfection provisions are in adequate quantities, and that staff are trained in the facility's infection control measures. The facility has a plan in place which follows Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) guidelines for COVID-19 testing, isolating/quarantining residents, and properly caring for residents with COVID-19 positive results and/or exposures. The facility also has a plan in place to monitor residents regularly for any changes in condition and to subsequently notify the resident's physician and emergency personnel in the event the resident presents any COVID-19 symptoms. LPA observed an uncovered inflatable above ground pool in the backyard partially filled with water. LPA observed appliances (refrigerator and vacuum cleaners) and other household items stored throughout the backyard. Based on observations made during today’s inspection, two deficiency was cited per Title 22, Division 6, of the California Code of Regulations. An exit interview was conducted where this report was discussed, and a copy of this report was provided to Karkaletsis at the conclusion of the inspection.

Citations

2 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.

  • 87303Type B

    Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in storing appliances (vacuum cleaners and a refridgerator) and other house hold items in the backyard. Which poses a potential health and safety risk to persons in care.

  • 87307Type A

    Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in allowing an inflatable above ground pool partially filled with water in the backyard. Which poses an immediate health & safety risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the May 20, 2022 inspection of APPLE GARDEN SENIORS?

This was a inspection inspection of APPLE GARDEN SENIORS on May 20, 2022. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to APPLE GARDEN SENIORS on May 20, 2022?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in storing appliances (vacuum cleaners and..."

What type of inspection was this?

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

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