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Inspection visit

Routine inspection

MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROYLicense 4352028061 citation on this visit
1 citation recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Christine Dolores arrived unannounced to conduct the facility’s annual inspection to focus on infection control. LPA met with Resident Service Director (RSD), Richard Padilla and Executive Director, Diane Atkinson. During visit, LPA toured the facility with RSD to include the assisted living section, dining rooms, kitchen, activity rooms, memory care, and exterior. All fire exit routes were free and clear of obstruction. All staff observed wearing a face mask. At 11:05 a.m., LPA and RSD observed multiple sharp gardening tools and toxins accessible in the community garden. Staff immediately secured the gardening tools and toxins. The facility's temperature was maintained between 68 - 75 degrees Fahrenheit. LPA observed 2 days worth of perishables and 7 days worth of non-perishables. LPA observed a designated entry point. Facility uses Accushield for symptom screening and temperature check for all visitors and staff. Hand sanitizer made available at entry and throughout the facility. Bathrooms supplied with hand washing sign, hygiene product, and paper supplies. LPA observed the facility's Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplies and PPE cart. Trash can observed with lid. Facility clean and disinfect multiple times daily and as needed. Staff are N95 fit tested. LPA reviewed the facility's procedures with RSD to include infection control training, isolation, testing, and monitoring. The following posters observed to include required mask, social distancing, symptoms of COVID, and cough etiquette. A deficiency was cited per California Code of Regulations, Title 22. This report was reviewed with Executive Director, Diane Atkinson and a copy of the report was provided.

Citations

1 citation 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.

  • 87705Type A

    Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having multiple sharp gardening tools and toxins accessible in the commuity garden to persons with dementia which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.

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What happened during the September 19, 2022 inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY?

This was a inspection inspection of MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY on September 19, 2022. 1 citation were issued: 1 Type A (serious).

Were any citations issued to MERRILL GARDENS AT GILROY on September 19, 2022?

Yes, 1 citation was issued (1 Type A, 0 Type B). The first citation was for: "Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above by having multiple sharp ga..."

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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