Inspection visit
Fire Safety inspection
Citations
16 citations recorded*CMS
This is a Fire Safety survey. CMS cites these findings under the Life Safety Code and Emergency Preparedness rules, a separate set from the health (F-tag) deficiencies. The codes and grading differ, so these do not link to the health violation pages.
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
- 0031GeneralS&S Cno actual harm
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
- 0039GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- 0041GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- 0291GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
- 0293GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- 0341GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
- 0345GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0004GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0006GeneralS&S Cno actual harm
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- 0030GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
- 0347GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
- 0353GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0521GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 0712GeneralS&S Cno actual harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- 0918GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0926GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the February 3, 2025 survey of VISALIA POST ACUTE?
This was a inspection survey of VISALIA POST ACUTE on February 3, 2025. The surveyor cited 16 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at VISALIA POST ACUTE on February 3, 2025?
Yes, 16 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide emergency officials' contact information."
What type of survey was this?
This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.
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Next steps
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