Inspection visit
Fire Safety inspection
Citations
14 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.
- 0004GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
- 0015GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
- 0030GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
- 0039GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- 0211GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- 0223GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
- 0345GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0355GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0511GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0711GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- 0712GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- 0912GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
- 0920GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the January 25, 2024 survey of Hickory Ridge of Temperance?
This was a inspection survey of Hickory Ridge of Temperance on January 25, 2024. The surveyor cited 14 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at Hickory Ridge of Temperance on January 25, 2024?
Yes, 14 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP)."
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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