Environment Category
Criteria in the environment category concern resident comfort and safety, as well as facility housekeeping, maintenance, and sanitation. A facility must provide a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment for the residents, staff, and the public.
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Tag |
Description |
Regulation |
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F0252 |
The facility provides a safe, clean, comfortable, and homelike environment. |
42 CFR 483.15(h)(1) |
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F0253 |
The facility has implemented and follows procedures to provide housekeeping and maintenance services. |
42 CFR 483.15(h)(2) |
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F0254 |
The facility provides residents with clean bedding and linens that are in good condition. |
42 CFR 483.15(h)(3) |
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F0456 |
The facility must maintain all essential mechanical, electrical, and patient care equipment in safe operating condition. |
42 CFR 483.70(c)(2) |
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F0463 |
The facility ensures that the nurses' station is equipped to receive resident calls through a communication system from resident rooms, toilets, and bathing facilities. |
42 CFR 483.70(f) |
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F0465 |
The facility provides a safe, functional, sanitary, and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and the public. |
42 CFR 483.70(h) |
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F0469 |
The facility maintains an effective pest control program so that the facility is free of pests and rodents. |
42 CFR 483.70(h)(4) |
