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“Policies for Evac. and Primary/Alt. Comm. CFR(s): §403.748(b)(3), §416.54(b)(2), §418.113(b)(6)(ii), §441.184(b)(3), §460.84(b)(3), §482.15(b)(3), §483.73(b)(3), §483.475(b)(3), §485.68(b)(1), §485.542(b)(3), §485.625(b)(3), §485.727(b)(1), §485.920(b)(2), §491.12(b)(1), §494.62(b)(2) [(b) Policies and procedures. The [facilities] must develop and implement emergency preparedness policies and procedures, based on the emergency plan set forth in paragraph (a) of this section, risk assessment at paragraph (a)(1) of this section, and the communication plan at paragraph (c) of this section. The policies and procedures must be reviewed and updated at least every 2 years [annually for LTC facilities]. At a minimum, the policies and procedures must address the following:] [(3) or (1), (2), (6)] Safe evacuation from the [facility], which includes consideration of care and treatment needs of evacuees; staff responsibilities; transportation; identification of evacuation location(s); and primary and alternate means of communication with external sources of assistance. *[For RNHCIs at §403.748(b)(3) and ASCs at §416.54(b)(2) and REHs at §485.542(b)(3):] Safe evacuation from the [RNHCI or ASC or REHs] which includes the following: (i) Consideration of care needs of evacuees. (ii) Staff responsibilities. (iii) Transportation. (iv) Identification of evacuation location(s). (v) Primary and alternate means of communication with external sources of assistance. * [For CORFs at §485.68(b)(1), Clinics, Rehabilitation Agencies, OPT/Speech at §485.727(b)(1), and ESRD Facilities at §494.62(b)(2):] Safe evacuation from the [CORF; Clinics, Rehabilitation Agencies, and Public Health Agencies as Providers of Outpatient Physical Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology Services; and ESRD Facilities], which includes staff responsibilities, and needs of the patients. * [For RHCs/FQHCs at §491.12(b)(1):] Safe evacuation from the RHC/FQHC, which includes appropriate placement of exit signs; staff responsibilities and needs of the patients. This Standard is not met as evidenced by: 47384 Based upon an Emergency Preparedness Program (EPP) survey performed on 02/06/2024 from 9:00 AM through 3:30 PM, to evaluate emergency preparedness requirements, it was determined that the facility failed develop policies and procedures that provide for the safe evacuation of patients from the facility. Findings include: During the review of the facilities Emergency Preparedness Program with Clinical Manager (employee #) on 02/06/2024 at 9:00 AM through 3:30 PM it was noted that the EP failed to have written process for safe evacuation of patients.”

“Policies/Procedures for Sheltering in Place CFR(s): §403.748(b)(4), §416.54(b)(3), §418.113(b)(6)(i), §441.184(b)(4), §460.84(b)(5), §482.15(b)(4), §483.73(b)(4), §483.475(b)(4), §485.68(b)(2), §485.542(b)(4), §485.625(b)(4), §485.727(b)(2), §485.920(b)(3), §491.12(b)(2), §494.62(b)(3). (b) Policies and procedures. The [facilities] must develop and implement emergency preparedness policies and procedures, based on the emergency plan set forth in paragraph (a) of this section, risk assessment at paragraph (a)(1) of this section, and the communication plan at paragraph (c) of this section. The policies and procedures must be reviewed and updated at least every 2 years [annually for LTC facilities]. At a minimum, the policies and procedures must address the following:] [(4) or (2),(3),(5),(6)] A means to shelter in place for patients, staff, and volunteers who remain in the [facility]. *[For Inpatient Hospices at §418.113(b):] Policies and procedures. (6) The following are additional requirements for hospice-operated inpatient care facilities only. The policies and procedures must address the following: (i) A means to shelter in place for patients, hospice employees who remain in the hospice. This Standard is not met as evidenced by: 47384 Based upon an Emergency Preparedness Program (EPP) survey performed on 02/06/2024 from 9:00 AM through 3:30 PM, to evaluate emergency preparedness requirements, it was determined that the facility failed to provide written policies for means to shelter in place for patients, staff and volunteers who remain in the facility. Findings include: During the review of the facilities Emergency Preparedness Program with Clinical Manager (employee #) on 02/06/2024 at 9:00 AM through 3:30 PM it was noted that the EP failed to have written process for activation and designation of a shelter in place area in the unit during and after an emergency.”

“IC-SANITARY ENVIRONMENT CFR(s): 494.30 The dialysis facility must provide and monitor a sanitary environment to minimize the transmission of infectious agents within and between the unit and any adjacent hospital or other public areas. This Standard is not met as evidenced by: 47384 Based on an unannounced recertification CORE survey and observational tour of the patient treatment area during the first shift, on 02/06/2024 from 9:00 AM through 4:00 PM, it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a work environment that complies with infection control standards and safety protocol. Findings include: 1. Dust particles were found in all counter tops behind treatment stations. 2. Paramedics were observed wearing isolation gowns and gloves in the waiting area before entering the dialysis area. 3. Unproper hand wash practice was observed from part of paramedics upon entering dialysis unit.”