Inspection visit
Fire Safety inspection
Citations
24 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.
- 0511GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
- 0041GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- 0133GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation.
- 0271GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- 0281GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install proper backup exit lighting.
- 0300GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
- 0321GeneralS&S Fpotential 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 Fpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 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 Fpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0363GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0374GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- 0500GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
- 0711GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- 0712GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- 0761GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- 0781GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- 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.
- 0918GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 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.
- 0922GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment.
- 0923GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the August 21, 2025 survey of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus?
This was a inspection survey of Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus on August 21, 2025. The surveyor cited 24 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at Emerald Nursing & Rehab Columbus on August 21, 2025?
Yes, 24 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment."
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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