Inspection visit
Fire Safety inspection
Citations
10 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.
- 0363GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0161GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Use approved construction type or materials.
- 0293GeneralS&S Epotential for harm
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- 0321GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
- 0342GeneralS&S Fpotential for harm
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
- 0345GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0355GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0711GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- 0919GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
- 0920GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the November 13, 2025 survey of NOVATO HEALTHCARE CENTER?
This was a inspection survey of NOVATO HEALTHCARE CENTER on November 13, 2025. The surveyor cited 10 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at NOVATO HEALTHCARE CENTER on November 13, 2025?
Yes, 10 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke."
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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