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Inspection visit

Fire Safety inspection

OAK PARK CARE CENTERCMS #26542730 citations on this visit
30 citations recorded

Citations

30 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.

  • 0711GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

  • 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.

  • 0039GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

  • 0161GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Use approved construction type or materials.

  • 0211GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

  • 0222GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

  • 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.

  • 0291GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

  • 0293GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

  • 0321GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

  • 0324GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  • 0325GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

  • 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.

  • 0354GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

  • 0355GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

  • 0363GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

  • 0364GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors.

  • 0372GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

  • 0374GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

  • 0511GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

  • 0521GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  • 0712GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

  • 0741GeneralS&S Epotential for harm

    Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

  • 0901GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure that building systems meet requirements determined by risk assessment procedures performed by qualified personnel.

  • 0914GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

  • 0920GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  • 0921GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

  • 0030GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm

    List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the January 27, 2023 survey of OAK PARK CARE CENTER?

This was a inspection survey of OAK PARK CARE CENTER on January 27, 2023. The surveyor cited 30 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at OAK PARK CARE CENTER on January 27, 2023?

Yes, 30 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide a written emergency evacuation plan."

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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