Lead safety check·July 1, 2024

Due to required lead testing requirements, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Susan Brewer conducted a Case Management inspection based on lead testing results received on the facility. LPA S. Brewer toured the facility, took census and met with Area Director Katrina Brooks, to further discuss lead results received 10/14/2022 and measures taken for remediation of lead exceedances. During the inspection, LPA toured and obtained photos of the following water outlets identified with lead exceedances: Outlet A-Rm 5 fountain 12.0 ppb, E 6.4 ppb & F 130 ppm located in the work room kitchenette area. LPA observed photos of required signage posted at outlets for cessation of use. Facility implemented the following plan of action until formal remediation can be completed on water outlets: Covered water outlets and posted required signage for nonuse.. The facility submitted a work order for repair in the early spring of 2023 for retesting scheduled in March 04, 2023. LPA observed notification of lead results posted at the facility. Photos also obtained of additional source for access to water: Facility has access to additional water resources. The facility used bottled water, fillable water bottles and disposable cups and use of other outlets that passed lead testing. Due to facility water outlets testing above approved lead levels, a Type B deficiency has been cited. See LIC809D. No civil penalties issued. An exit interview was conducted, and appeal rights discussed. LPA S. Brewer provided Area Director Katrina Brooks with a copy of this report, appeal rights and notice of site visit. This report must be made available to the public upon request for three years.