Inspection Reports for
Chateau Valley Center

WAC 388-78A-2320 - The facility failed to obtain timely written consent for nurse delegation services for residents 4, 10, and 11 prior to providing such services. Consent was obtained during the licensing visit or was verbal without timely written follow-up.

WAC 388-78A-2700 - The facility failed to ensure 4 of 5 stairwells were free and accessible for emergency evacuation and communication, placing 61 residents at risk during emergencies.

IFC 315.2.3 (2021) - Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5.

IFC 605.1.6 (2021) - Working clearances between fuel-fired appliances and electrical panelboards and equipment shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 70 and NFPA 31.

IFC 701.3 (2021) - The fire-resistance rating and smoke-resistant characteristics of smoke barriers shall be maintained.

IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems used to protect membrane and through penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction shall be maintained to resist passage of smoke.

IFC 807.2 (2018) - Combustible decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section 807.3 and not exceed 10 percent of the specific wall or ceiling area to which attached.

IFC 901.6 (2021) - Fire protection and life safety systems shall be maintained in operative condition and inspected, tested, and maintained as required.

IFC 1010.1.7 (2021) - Space between two doors in a series shall be 48 inches minimum plus the width of a door swinging into the space.

IFC 315.2.3 (2021) - Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5.

IFC 605.1.6 (2021) - Working clearances between fuel-fired appliances and electrical panelboards and equipment shall be in accordance with NFPA 70 and NFPA 31.

IFC 701.3 (2021) - The fire-resistance rating and smoke-resistant characteristics of smoke barriers shall be maintained.

IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems used to protect membrane and through penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction and construction installed to resist the passage of smoke shall be maintained and securely attached or bonded to the construction.

IFC 807.2 (2018) - Combustible decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section 807.3 and not exceed 10 percent of the specific wall or ceiling area to which such materials are attached.

IFC 901.6 (2021) - Fire protection and life safety systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times and inspected, tested, and maintained as required.

IFC 1010.1.7 (2021) - Space between two doors in a series shall be 48 inches minimum plus the width of a door swinging into the space.

WAC 388-78A-2380 Freedom of movement. The facility failed to provide information on how to use 2 of 3 delayed egress fire doors in the memory care unit, restricting freedom of movement and exit in emergencies.

WAC 388-78A-3090 Maintenance and housekeeping. The facility failed to maintain an exterior garden path and a memory care bathroom safe and free of hazards, placing residents at risk of falls or injury.

WAC 388-78A-2700 Emergency and disaster preparedness. The facility failed to ensure a sampled resident's medical device was safe and free of entrapment-like qualities, placing the resident at risk of injury.

WAC 388-78A-3000 Ventilation. The facility failed to provide mechanical ventilation in 1 of 5 common assisted living bathrooms and 1 memory care laundry room, risking poor air quality for residents.

IFC 0305.1 (2021) - Clearance between ignition sources such as luminaries, heaters, flame-producing devices and combustible materials shall be maintained in an approved manner.

IFC 315.3.2 (2021) - Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or enclosures for stairways and ramps and shall comply with Section 3311.3.

IFC 315.2.3 (2021) - Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5.

IFC 603.5 (2021) - Relocatable power taps and current taps shall be constructed and used in accordance with NFPA 70 and this code.

IFC 603.5.3 (2021) - Relocatable power tap cords shall not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage.

IFC 603.6.2 (2021) - The ampacity of extension cords shall not be less than the rated capacity of the portable appliance supplied by the cord.

IFC 606.3.3.3 (2021) - Records for inspections and cleanings shall state the individual and company performing the inspection and cleaning and when the inspection or cleaning took place and shall be maintained.

IFC 701.3 (2021) - The fire-resistance rating and smoke-resistant characteristics of smoke barriers shall be maintained.

IFC 701.6 (2021) - The owner shall maintain an inventory of all required fire-resistance-rated construction and inspect and repair as needed.

IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems used to protect membrane and through penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction shall be maintained and securely attached.

IFC 705.2 (2021) - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 and NFPA 105.

IFC 705.2 (2021) - Fire doors and smoke and draft control doors shall not be blocked, obstructed, or otherwise made inoperable and fusible links shall be replaced promptly when fused or damaged.

IFC 706.1 (2018) - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained and any damaged products shall be repaired or replaced.

IFC 807.2 (2018) - Combustible decorative materials shall comply with Section 807.3 and not exceed specified limits for wall or ceiling area.

IFC 903.3.3 (2021) - Automatic sprinklers shall be installed with required clearances and not obstructed by equipment or combustible materials.

IFC 903.5 (2021) - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901.

IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) - Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every six months and after activation with inspection certificates forwarded to the fire code official.

IFC 906.7 (2021) - Hand-held portable fire extinguishers shall be installed on hangers or brackets and securely anchored.

IFC 915.6 (2021) WAC - Carbon monoxide alarms and detectors shall be maintained and replaced when inoperable or producing end-of-life signals.

IFC 1010.1.3 (2021) - Door hardware and forces to unlatch doors shall comply with specified limits and doors shall open to a full open position when subjected to force.

IFC 1031.2 (2021) - Required exit accesses, exits and exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use.

IFC 1203.1.3 (2021) - Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be installed in accordance with applicable codes.

NFPA Standard 10 Section 6.2.1 - Fire extinguishers shall be inspected initially and at approximately 30-day intervals and maintained accordingly.

5.2.1.1.1* - Sprinklers shall not show signs of leakage, corrosion, paint, or physical damage and shall be installed in the correct orientation.

WAC 212-12-044 - In all Group I, Group E, and Group R2 Occupancies, at least twelve planned and unannounced fire drills shall be held every year.

IFC 0305.1 2021 - Clearance between ignition sources such as luminaires, heaters, flame-producing devices and combustible materials shall be maintained in an approved manner.

IFC 315.3.2 2021 - Combustible materials shall not be stored in exits or enclosures for stairways and ramps. Combustible materials in the means of egress during construction, demolition, remodeling or alterations shall comply with Section 3311.3.

IFC 315.2.3 2021 - Combustible material shall not be stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms or in fire command centers as specified in Section 508.1.5.

IFC 603.5 2021 - Relocatable power taps and current taps shall be constructed and used in accordance with NFPA 70 and this code.

IFC 603.5.3 2021 - Relocatable power tap cords shall not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to environmental or physical damage.

IFC 603.6.2 2021 - The ampacity of the extension cords shall not be less than the rated capacity of the portable appliance supplied by the cord.

IFC 606.3.3.3 2021 - Records for inspections shall state the individual and company performing the inspection, a description of the inspection and when the inspection took place. Records for cleanings shall state the individual and company performing the cleaning and when the cleaning took place. Such records shall be completed after each inspection or cleaning and maintained.

IFC 701.3 2021 - The fire-resistance rating and smoke-resistant characteristics of smoke barriers shall be maintained.

IFC 705.2 2021 - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80. Opening protectives in smoke barriers shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 and NFPA 105. Openings in smoke partitions shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 105. Fire doors and smoke and draft control doors shall not be blocked, obstructed, or otherwise made inoperable. Fusible links shall be replaced promptly whenever fused or damaged. Opening protectives and smoke and draft control doors shall not be modified.

IFC 705.2.4 2021 - Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically.

IFC 706.1 2018 - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80 and NFPA 105. Damaged products or materials protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be repaired, restored or replaced.

IFC 807.2 2018 - In Groups A, B, E, I, M and R-1 and in dormitories in Group R-2, curtains, draperies, fabric hangings and other similar combustible decorative materials suspended from walls or ceilings shall comply with Section 807.3 and shall not exceed 10 percent of the specific wall or ceiling area to which such materials are attached.

IFC 903.3.3 2021 - Automatic sprinklers shall be installed with regard to obstructions that will delay activation or obstruct the water distribution pattern and shall be in accordance with the applicable automatic sprinkler system standard that is being used.

IFC 903.5 2021 - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. The facility was unable to provide documentation for their forward flow test. Facility is waiting to schedule.

IFC 904.13.5.2 2021 - Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced not less frequently than every six months and after activation of the system. Inspection shall be by qualified individuals, and a certificate of inspection shall be forwarded to the fire code official upon completion.

IFC 906.7 2021 - Hand-held portable fire extinguishers, not housed in cabinets, shall be installed on the hangers or brackets supplied. Hangers or brackets shall be securely anchored to the mounting surface in accordance with the manufacturer's installation instructions.

IFC 915.6 2021 WAC - Carbon monoxide alarms and carbon monoxide detection systems shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 72. Carbon monoxide alarms and carbon monoxide detectors that become inoperable or begin producing end-of-life signals shall be replaced.

IFC 1010.1.3 2021 - The forces to unlatch doors shall comply with specified limits. Stairwell B exit door leading outside will not open. Memory Care stated they are waiting on parts.

IFC 1031.2 2021 - Required exit accesses, exits and exit discharges shall be continuously maintained free from obstructions or impediments to full instant use in case of fire or other emergency when the building area served by the means of egress is occupied. Stairwell B egress path is blocked. Memory Care exit door by 173 was blocked with temporary privacy wall.

IFC 1203.1.3 2021 - Emergency power systems and standby power systems shall be installed in accordance with the International Building Code, NFPA 70, NFPA 110 and NFPA 111. The emergency generator does not have a remote emergency shut off switch located outside of the generator. Facility stated they are waiting on parts.

NFPA Standard 10 Section 6.2.1 - Fire extinguishers shall be inspected when initially placed in service and thereafter at approximately 30-day intervals. The Memory Care Elevator room has a painted sprinkler head that is corroded and the cooler in the kitchen has an escutcheon ring missing.