Inspection visit
Fire Safety inspection
Citations
17 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.
- 0013GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
- 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.
- 0100GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Meet other general requirements.
- 0222GeneralS&S Fpotential 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 Dpotential 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.
- 0353GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0372GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
- 0006GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
- 0007GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
- 0009GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
- 0036GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
- 0521GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 0761GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
- 0920GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- 0923GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
- 0926GeneralS&S Fpotential 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 September 15, 2023 survey of NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL?
This was a inspection survey of NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL on September 15, 2023. The surveyor cited 17 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at NORTH VALLEY HOSPITAL on September 15, 2023?
Yes, 17 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures."
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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