K 000 INITIAL COMMENTS K 000
An unannounced Fire & Life Safety re-licensure
survey was conducted on 10/26/2023 at Broward
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a nursing
home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida in accordance
with National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
1 and 101 (2018 Edition) and applicable
requirements of Florida State Fire Marshal's
Rules and Regulations, Florida Administrative
Code (F.A.C.) 69A-3, F.A.C. 69A-53, F.A.C. 59A-4
and Florida Statutes (F.S.) 400 Part II and F.S.
633.0215, adopting National Fire Protection
Association (NFPA) 1 and 101 (2018 Edition)
known as the Florida Fire Prevention Code and
all NFPA referenced standards and requirements
adopted per NFPA 101, Chapter 2.
The following is a description of the deficiencies
found at the time of the visit:
K 353 NFPA 101 Sprinkler System - Maintenance and
SS=D Testing K 353 11/26/23
Sprinkler System - Maintenance and Testing
Automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems are
inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance
with NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection,
Testing, and Maintaining of Water-based Fire
Protection Systems. Records of system design,
maintenance, inspection and testing are
maintained in a secure location and readily
available.
a) Date sprinkler system last checked
b) Who provided system test
c) Water system supply source
Provide in REMARKS information on coverage
for any non-required or partial automatic sprinkler
AHCA Form 3020-0001
LABORATORY DIRECTOR(S) OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE
Electronically Signed 11/15/23
STATE FORM 6809 88V321 If continuation sheet 1 of 6
Agency for Health Care Administration
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
100603
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: 05 - MAIN LIC
B. WING __________
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
| (X4) ID PREFIX TAG | SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) | ID PREFIX TAG | PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY) | (X5) COMPLETE DATE |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| K 353 | Continued From page 1
system.
9.7.5, 9.7.7, 9.7.8, and NFPA 25
This Statute or Rule is not met as evidenced by:
Based on observation and staff interview, the
facility failed to maintain their automatic fire
sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 101.
The findings included:
On 10/26/2023 between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
during facility tour with the Director of
Maintenance, the hydraulic calculation
information sign was not attached to the
sprinkler riser.
An interview was conducted with the Director of
Maintenance concurrent with the observations
and confirmed the findings.
NFPA 101 (2018) 19.7.6, 4.6.12, 4.6.12.1
NFPA 25 (2017) 5.2.5, 5.2.5.1
Class III | K 353 | K353
Preparation and/or execution of this plan
does not constitute admission or
agreement by the provider of the truth of
the facts alleged or conclusions set forth
on the statement of deficiencies. This plan
of correction is prepared and/or executed
solely because required.
The facility contracted sprinkler company,
Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinkler, Inc.
came to the facility October 31, 2023 to
assess the sprinkler system and installed
the hydraulic calculation information sign.
The sign was attached to the sprinkler
riser and was labeled a pipe schedule
system.
The maintenance department was
re-educated by the Administrator on
ensuring that the sign is attached to the
sprinkler riser on October 31, 2023 and
November 10, 2023.
A new process was implemented on
11/1/2023 of maintenance rounds to
include checking that the sign is attached
to the sprinkler riser.
The Maintenance Director/Designee will
conduct random daily observation audits
x4 weeks to include checking that the sign
labeled as a pipe schedule system is
attached to the sprinkler riser. The results
of this audit will be reviewed at the | |
AHCA Form 3020-0001
STATE FORM
notes
8BV321
if continuation sheet, 2 of 6
Agency for Health Care Administration PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: A. BUILDING: 05 - MAIN LIC
B. WING __________
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES ID PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) TAG CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY) (X6)
COMPLETE
DATE
K 353 Continued From page 2 K 353 monthly QAA meeting until compliance
has been determined.
K 741 NFPA 101 Smoking Regulations K 741
SS=D
11/26/23
Smoking Regulations
Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall
include not less than the following provisions:
(1) Smoking shall be prohibited in any room,
ward, or compartment where flammable liquids,
combustible gases, or oxygen is used or stored
and in any other hazardous location, and such
area shall be posted with signs that read NO
SMOKING or shall be posted with the
international symbol for no smoking.
(2) In health care occupancies where smoking is
prohibited and signs are prominently placed at all
major entrances, secondary signs with language
that prohibits smoking shall not be required.
(3) Smoking by patients classified as not
responsible shall be prohibited.
(4) The requirement of 18.7.4(3) shall not apply
where the patient is under direct supervision.
(5) Ashtrays of noncombustible material and safe
design shall be provided in all areas where
smoking is permitted.
(6) Metal containers with self-closing cover
devices into which ashtrays can be emptied shall
be readily available to all areas where smoking is
permitted.
18.7.4, 19.7.4
(Note smoking tower disposal receptacles are not
ashtrays)
This Statute or Rule is not met as evidenced by:
Based on observation and interview, the facility
failed to manage smoking in accordance with
NFPA 101.
K741
Preparation and/or execution of this plan
does not constitute admission or
AHCA Form 3020-0001
STATE FORM
notes
BBV321
if continuation sheet, 3 of 6
Agency for Health Care Administration PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: 05 - MAIN LIC
B. WING ______ (X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
100603
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) ID PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
PREFIX (EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
TAG CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY) (X6)
COMPLETE
DATE
K 741 Continued From page 3 K 741
The findings included:
On 10/26/2023 between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
during facility tour with the Director of
Maintenance, approximately 20-25 cigarette butts
were found on the ground in the smoking patio
area.
An interview was conducted with the Director of
Maintenance concurrent with the observations
and confirmed the findings.
NFPA 101 (2018 Edition) 19.7.4
Class III
agreement by the provider of the truth of
the facts alleged or conclusions set forth
on the statement of deficiencies. This
plan of correction is prepared and/or
executed solely because required.
The Cigarette butts found in the courtyard
area on the ground were swept up and
disposed into a red metal container with a
self closing lid by the maintenance staff
person on 10/26/2023.
The maintenance staff and other assigned
courtyard staff were re-educated to sweep
cigarette butts daily and as needed on
October 27, 30, 31, and November 10,
2023.
A new process was implemented on
November 1, 2023 for monthly
maintenance rounds to include having
staff sweep the courtyard daily and as
needed.
The Maintenance Director/Designee will
conduct random daily observation audits x
4 weeks to include checking for cigarette
butts in the courtyard area. The results of
the audit will be reviewed at the monthly
QAA meeting until compliance has been
determined. 11/26/23
K 920 NFPA 99 Electrical Equipment - Power Cords and
SS=D Extens
Electrical Equipment - Power Cords and
Extension Cords
Power strips in a patient care vicinity are only K 920
11/26/23
AHCA Form 3020-0001
STATE FORM
notes 8BV321 If continuation sheet 4 of 6
Agency for Health Care Administration
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
100603
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: 05 - MAIN LIC
B. WING __
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X5)
COMPLETE
DATE
K 920
Continued From page 4
used for components of movable
patient-care-related electrical equipment
(PCREE) assemblies that have been assembled
by qualified personnel and meet the conditions of
10.2.3.6. Power strips in the patient care vicinity
may not be used for non-PCREE (e.g., personal
electronics), except in long-term care resident
rooms that do not use PCREE. Power strips for
PCREE meet UL 1363A or UL 60601-1. Power
strips for non-PCREE in the patient care rooms
(outside of vicinity) meet UL 1363. In non-patient
care rooms, power strips meet other UL
standards. All power strips are used with general
precautions. Extension cords are not used as a
substitute for fixed wiring of a structure.
Extension cords used temporarily are removed
immediately upon completion of the purpose for
which it was installed and meets the conditions of
10.2.4.
10.2.3.6 (NFPA 99), 10.2.4 (NFPA 99), 400-8
(NFPA 70), 590.3(D) (NFPA 70)
This Statute or Rule is not met as evidenced by:
Based on observation and staff interview, the
facility failed to properly maintain the electrical
system in accordance with NFPA 1.
The findings included:
On 10/26/2023 between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
during facility tour with the Director of
Maintenance, the following were identified:
1. Fish tank located in the main lobby of the first
floor was plugged into a 3-prong adapter which
was connected to a power strip and not directly
into the wall.
2. Fish tank located in the east wing dining room
on the second floor was connected to an
K 920
Preparation and/or execution of this plan
does not constitute admission or
agreement by the provider of the truth of
the facts alleged or conclusions set forth
on the statement of deficiencies. This plan
of correction is prepared and/or executed
solely because required.
1. The three prong adapter which was
connected to the power strip located
behind the fish tank in the first floor lobby
were removed by the Maintenance
Director.
AHCA Form 3020-0001
STATE FORM
notes
8BV321
if continuation sheet, 5 of 6
Agency for Health Care Administration
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
100603
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING: 05 - MAIN LIC
B. WING:
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X6)
COMPLETE
DATE
K 920
Continued From page 5
extension cord and not directly into the wall.
An interview was conducted with the Director of
Maintenance concurrent with the observations
and confirmed the findings.
NFPA 1 (2018 Edition) 11.1.2 through 11.1.5.6
NFPA 70 (2017 Edition) 400.12
Class III
K 920
2. The extension cord located on the
east wing dining room behind the fish tank
on the second floor was removed by the
Maintenance Director.
The maintenance department was
re-educated on not using power strips and
extension cords in the facility by the
Administrator on October 27, 30, 31 and
November 10, 2023.
A new process was implemented on
10/30/2023 of maintenance rounds to
include checking for power strips and
extension cord use.
The Maintenance Director/Designee will
conduct random weekly observation audits
x 4 weeks to include checking for power
strips and extension cord use. The results
of this audit will be reviewed in the monthly
QAA meeting until compliance has been
determined.
AHCA Form 3020-0001
STATE FORM
notes
8BV321
If continuation sheet, 6 of 6
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
OMB NO. 0938-0391
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
ID PLAN OF CORRECTION
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: A. BUILDING 01 - MAIN FED
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
105083 B. WING 10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER 1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X5)
COMPLETION
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
DATE
K 000 INITIAL COMMENTS K 000
An unannounced Fire & Life Safety recertification
survey was conducted 10/26/2023 at Broward
Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a nursing
home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
Broward Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is not
in compliance with 42 CFR 483.90 (a) and
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101
(2012 Edition), NFPA 99 (2012 Edition)
requirements for nursing homes.
Initial Plan Review: 1968
Existing
NFPA 220 Construction Type: II (111)
Number of beds: 198
Census: 153
The following is a description of the deficiencies
found at the time of the visit:
K 353 Sprinkler System - Maintenance and Testing K 353 11/26/23
SS=D CFR(s): NFPA 101
Sprinkler System - Maintenance and Testing
Automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems are
inspected, tested, and maintained in accordance
with NFPA 25, Standard for the Inspection,
Testing, and Maintaining of Water-based Fire
Protection Systems. Records of system design,
maintenance, inspection and testing are
maintained in a secure location and readily
available.
a) Date sprinkler system last checked
b) Who provided system test
c) Water system supply source
Provide in REMARKS information on coverage for
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE TITLE (X6) DATE
Electronically Signed 11/15/2023
Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that
other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days
following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14
days following the date of survey these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued
program participation.
FORM CMS-2567(02-99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID:8BV321 Facility ID: 106603 If continuation sheet Page 1 of 4
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
OMB NO. 0938-0391
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 105083
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING 01 - MAIN FED
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY)
(X5)
COMPLETION
DATE
K 353
Continued From page 1
any non-required or partial automatic sprinkler
system.
9.7.5, 9.7.7, 9.7.8, and NFPA 25
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation and staff interview, the
facility failed to maintain their automatic fire
sprinkler system in accordance with NFPA 101.
The findings included:
On 10/26/2023 between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
during facility tour with the Director of
Maintenance, the hydraulic calculation
information sign was not attached to the sprinkler
riser.
An interview was conducted with the Director of
Maintenance concerning the observations
and confirmed the findings.
NFPA 101 (2012) 19.7.6, 4.6.12, 4.6.12.1
NFPA 25 (2011) 5.2.6
K 353
K353
Preparation and/or execution of this plan
does not constitute admission or
agreement of the provision of the truth
of the facts alleged or conclusions set forth
on the statement of deficiencies. This plan
of correction is prepared and/or executed
solely because required.
The facility contracted sprinkler company,
Wayne Automatic Fire Sprinkler, Inc.
came to the facility October 31, 2023 to
assess the sprinkler system and installed
the hydraulic calculation information sign.
The sign was attached to the sprinkler
riser and was labeled a pipe schedule
system.
The maintenance department was
re-educated by the Administrator on
ensuring that the sign is attached to the
sprinkler riser on October 31, 2023 and
November 10, 2023.
A new process was implemented on
11/1/2023 of maintenance rounds to
include checking that the sign is attached
to the sprinkler riser.
The Maintenance Director/Designee will
conduct random daily observation audits
x4 weeks to include checking that the sign
labeled as a pipe schedule system is
FORM CMS-2567(02-99) Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:8BV321
Facility ID: 106063
If continuation sheet Page 2 of 4
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PRINTED: 11/16/2023
CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES FORM APPROVED
OMB NO. 0938-0391
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 105083
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING 01 - MAIN FED
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED 10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) ID PREFIX TAG PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY?) (X5) COMPLETION
DATE
K 353 Continued From page 2 K 353 attached to the sprinkler riser. The results
of this audit will be reviewed at the
monthly QAA meeting until compliance
has been determined.
K 741 Smoking Regulations
SS-D CFR(s): NFPA 101 K 741 11/26/23
Smoking Regulations
Smoking regulations shall be adopted and shall
include not less than the following provisions:
(1) Smoking shall be prohibited in any room,
ward, or compartment where flammable liquids,
combustible gases, or oxygen is used or stored
and in any other hazardous location, and such
area shall be posted with signs that read NO
SMOKING or shall be posted with the
international symbol for no smoking.
(2) In health care occupancies where smoking is
prohibited and signs are prominently placed at all
major entrances, secondary signs with language
that prohibits smoking shall not be required.
(3) Smoking by patients classified as not
responsible shall be prohibited.
(4) The requirement of 18.7.4(3) shall not apply
where the patient is under direct supervision.
(5) Ashtrays of noncombustible material and safe
design shall be provided in all areas where
smoking is permitted.
(6) Metal containers with self-closing cover
devices into which ashtrays can be emptied shall
be readily available to all areas where smoking is
permitted.
18.7.4, 19.7.4
This REQUIREMENT is not met as evidenced
by:
Based on observation and interview, the facility
failed to manage smoking in accordance with
K741
FORM CMS-2567(02-99) Previous Versions Obsolete Event ID:8BV321 Facility ID: 100603 If continuation sheet Page 3 of 4
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES
PRINTED: 11/16/2023
FORM APPROVED
OMB NO. 0938-0391
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING 01 - MAIN FED
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
105083
B. WING
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID
PREFIX
TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION)
ID
PREFIX
TAG
PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY?)
(X5)
COMPLETION
DATE
K 741 Continued From page 3
NFPA 101.
K 741
NFPA 101 (2012 Edition) 19.7.4
Preparation and/or execution of this plan
do not constitute admission or
agreement by the provider of the truth of
the facts alleged or conclusions set forth
on the statement of deficiencies. This
plan of correction is prepared and/or executed
solely because required.
The findings included:
On 10/26/2023 between 10:00 AM and 12:30 PM
during facility tour with the Director of
Maintenance, approximately 20-25 cigarette butts
were found on the ground in the smoking patio
area.
The Cigarette butts found in the courtyard
area on the ground were swept up and
disposed into a red metal container with a
self closing lid by the maintenance staff
person on 10/26/2023.
An interview was conducted with the Director of
Maintenance concurrent with the observations
and confirmed the findings.
The maintenance staff and other assigned
courtyard staff were re-educated to sweep
cigarette butts daily and as needed on
October 27, 30, 31, and November 10,
2023.
A new process was implemented on
November 1, 2023 for monthly
maintenance rounds to include having
staff sweep the courtyard daily and as
needed.
The Maintenance Director/Designee will
conduct random daily observation audits x
4 weeks to include checking for cigarette
butts in the courtyard area. The results of
the audit will be reviewed at the monthly
QAA meeting until compliance has been
determined.
FORM CMS-2567(02-99) Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:8BV321
Facility ID: 100603
If continuation sheet Page 4 of 4
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES PRINTED: 11/16/2023
CENTERS FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES FORM APPROVED
OMB NO. 0938-0391
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
A. BUILDING ______
B. WING ______
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
10/26/2023
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
BROWARD NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
1330 S ANDREWS AVE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33316
(X4) ID SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
PREFIX (EACH DEFICIENCY MUST BE PRECEDED BY FULL
TAG REGULATORY OR LSC IDENTIFYING INFORMATION) ID
PREFIX
TAG PROVIDER'S PLAN OF CORRECTION
(EACH CORRECTIVE ACTION SHOULD BE
CROSS-REFERENCED TO THE APPROPRIATE
DEFICIENCY) (X5)
COMPLETION
DATE
E 000 Initial Comments
E 000
During the Fire & Life Safety survey conducted
on 10/26/2023 at Broward Nursing and
Rehabilitation Center, a nursing home,
Emergency Preparedness was reviewed.
Broward Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is in
compliance with Emergency Preparedness per
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 42, Part
483.73, requirement for Long-Term Care
Facilities.
LABORATORY DIRECTOR'S OR PROVIDER/SUPPLIER REPRESENTATIVE'S SIGNATURE
Electronically Signed TITLE
11/15/2023
Any deficiency statement ending with an asterisk (*) denotes a deficiency which the institution may be excused from correcting providing it is determined that
other safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days
following the date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14
days following the date these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued
program participation.
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