14 Reports
Inspection Report — Jun 15, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Jun 15, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire protection inspection at the residential care facility to assess compliance with fire safety codes and maintenance requirements.
Findings
The inspection found multiple fire safety violations including unlisted power taps, use of extension cords as permanent wiring, blocked and malfunctioning fire doors, missing documentation for fire and smoke damper inspections, sprinkler system inspections, and emergency lighting tests. Several fire safety systems require repair or replacement, and some deficiencies remain uncorrected.
Deficiencies (13)
IFC 0603.5.1 (2021) Relocatable power taps shall be listed in accordance with UL 1363 and UL 498A. There was a multi-plug adapter that could not be verified as listed under UL 498A in room 121.
IFC 603.6 (2021) Extension cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring and must be listed and labeled. There were extension cords utilized as permanent wiring in room 303, three in room 121, and one in the Health and Wellness office.
IFC 705.2 (2021) Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be inspected and maintained. Facility is unable to provide documentation of the annual fire door inspection. Resident room 151 fire rated door was blocked open with a stuffed animal, preventing closure and latching.
IFC 705.2.4 (2021) Swinging fire doors shall close from the full-open position and latch automatically. The fire rated door from the 1st floor laundry room near room 151 would not close and latch from a fully open position.
IFC 706.1 (2018) Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained. Facility is unable to provide documentation for the 4 year fire and smoke damper inspection; repairs are pending for failed dampers.
IFC 903.5 (2021) Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained. Facility is unable to provide documentation for the annual sprinkler system inspection, the 3 year dry system full flow trip test, and the annual dry system trip test.
IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) Automatic fire-extinguishing systems shall be serviced at least every six months. Several kitchen suppression system nozzles are loose and misaligned; the UL 300 system has 450 degree fusible links without evidence of proper heat testing.
IFC 906.2 (2021) Portable fire extinguishers shall be maintained. The portable fire extinguisher in the main laundry is missing the last 5 months of maintenance.
IFC 907.8 (2021) Fire alarm and detection systems shall be maintained with records. The fire alarm inspection on 9/10/2025 had uncorrected deficiencies; horn in room 112 needs replacement. Facility lacks documentation for monthly single station smoke alarm testing.
IFC 907.8.3 (2021) Smoke detector sensitivity shall be checked annually or biennially. The smoke detector sensitivity testing on 4/29/2025 showed 86 detectors failed and remain uncorrected.
IFC 1032.10.1 (2021) Emergency lighting equipment shall be tested monthly for at least 30 seconds. Facility lacks documentation for the monthly activation test.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2021) Battery-powered emergency lighting shall be tested annually for at least 90 minutes. Facility lacks documentation for the annual power test.
IFC 5303.5.3 (2021) Compressed gas containers shall be secured to prevent falling. Oxygen cylinders in room 303 were not properly secured.
Report Facts
Failed smoke detectors: 86
Extension cords used as permanent wiring: 5
Months missing maintenance: 5
Inspection Report — Apr 20, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Apr 20, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility on 04/20/2026 to verify compliance with fire protection codes and to confirm correction of previous violations.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility was approved following this inspection with no open deficiencies noted.
Inspection Report — Mar 19, 2026
Re-Inspection
Date: Mar 19, 2026
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a re-inspection at the facility to verify correction of previously cited fire safety deficiencies.
Findings
The report documents multiple fire safety deficiencies observed during the re-inspection, including unresolved issues with the fire panel, smoke detector sensitivity reports, and fire/smoke damper inspections. The facility remains disapproved due to outstanding violations.
Deficiencies (3)
IFC 907.8 (2021) - Fire panel has not been replaced and is still falling into trouble. This deficiency was cited as a result of the re-inspection.
IFC 907.8.3 (2021) - Smoke detector sensitivity report shows most smoke detectors failed. Paperwork was not provided at time of inspection.
NFPA 80 19.4 - Fire/smoke damper inspection paperwork was not provided and inspection will need to be performed and documented.
Inspection Report — Dec 22, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Dec 22, 2025
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Deficiencies (4)
WAC 388-78A-2210 Medication services. The facility failed to ensure 2 of 7 residents received medications as prescribed, placing residents at risk of health decline.
WAC 388-78A-2700 Emergency and disaster preparedness. The facility failed to secure 4 doors to hazardous areas, ensure first-aid supplies were readily available and unlocked, and maintain a disaster plan with essential water supplies, placing 33 residents at risk.
WAC 388-78A-2468 Background checks. The facility failed to submit a Washington state background inquiry for 1 of 4 sampled staff within one business day after start date, placing 33 residents at risk of abuse and neglect.
WAC 388-78A-2484 Tuberculosis Two step skin testing. The facility failed to ensure 1 of 3 sampled staff completed an initial TB skin test within three days of hire, placing 33 residents at risk of exposure to tuberculosis.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 7
Residents at risk: 33
Sampled staff: 4
Sampled staff: 3
Inspection Report — Nov 19, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Nov 19, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire protection inspection at the Fairwinds Redmond residential care facility to assess compliance with fire safety codes and regulations.
Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies related to fire safety systems, maintenance, and documentation. Several required tests and inspections were not documented or performed, and some deficiencies were noted as corrected on re-inspection, but the overall approval status was Disapproved.
Deficiencies (16)
IFC 907.8.3 (2021) - Smoke detector sensitivity report shows most smoke detection failed and was not provided at the time of inspection.
IFC 1203.4 (2021) - Diesel fuel testing paperwork was not provided and monthly 30-minute full load test was not performed as required.
NFPA 80 Fire /Smoke Dampers Inspection and Testing - Fire/smoke damper inspection paperwork was not provided and needs to be performed and documented.
IFC 315.3.2 (2021) - Blocked egress on west 1st floor stairwell by room 158 was observed at time of inspection.
IFC 319.5 (2021) - Required restraining device not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances in kitchen.
IFC 603.2.1 (2021) - Multiple receptacle covers missing on west 2nd floor main electrical room and north 3rd floor electrical rooms.
IFC 603.2.2 (2021) - Open junction boxes and open wiring splices found in electrical room next to Book Nook on north 1st floor and kitchen fuse box missing inside cover.
IFC 603.5 (2021) - Multi plug found north 1st floor in room 121 and Health Wellness Directors office not compliant with code.
IFC 606.3.3 (2021) - First and second semi-annual hood cleaning paperwork not provided; heavy grease buildup observed and cleaning frequency needs to change from 6 to 3 months.
IFC 701.6 (2021) - Documentation of fire-resistance-rated construction locations and repairs not provided and annual inspection needed.
IFC 703.1 (2021) - Multiple penetrations found in A/C rooms and elevator machine room requiring repair or sealing.
IFC 705.2.4 (2021) - Multiple double doors and stairwell doors will not latch, including electrical door by room 150.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Required sprinkler system testing and maintenance paperwork not provided; re-inspection showed 2 deficiencies in sprinkler report.
IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) - First semi-annual fire extinguishing system servicing not performed; hood report showed 1 deficiency; grease coming out of nozzles needs vendor cleaning.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - Annual fire alarm and detection system testing and maintenance paperwork not provided; smoke detectors found covered in several locations.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2021) - Annual 90 minute emergency lighting power test not performed or documented.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 16
Hours difference: 200
Deficiencies in sprinkler report: 2
Deficiencies in hood report: 1
Annual report deficiencies: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brooke Kasten | General Manager | Named as Owner or Authorized Representative signing inspection documents |
| Justin Akstier | Plant Ops Supervisor | Named as Owner or Authorized Representative signing inspection documents |
Inspection Report — Aug 5, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Aug 5, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the Fairwinds Redmond residential care facility on 08/05/2025 to evaluate compliance with fire protection and safety codes.
Findings
The inspection found multiple fire safety violations including blocked egress, missing receptacle covers, open electrical junctions, unlatching fire doors, and incomplete fire system maintenance documentation. The facility was disapproved due to these deficiencies, and many deficiencies require corrective action and documentation.
Deficiencies (14)
IFC 315.3.2 (2021) - Combustible materials were stored blocking egress on the west 1st floor stairwell by room 158.
IFC 319.5 (2021) - Required restraining device was not attached to gas-fueled cooking appliances in the kitchen.
IFC 603.2.1 (2021) - Receptacle covers were missing on the west 2nd floor main electrical room, north 3rd floor electrical room by room 310, north 3rd floor cable room by room 320, and north 3rd floor across from the laundry room.
IFC 603.2.2 (2021) - Open junction boxes were found in the electrical room next to Book Nook on the north 1st floor and the electrical panel in the kitchen was missing inside fuse box covers.
IFC 603.5 (2021) - Multi plugs were found in use on the north 1st floor in room 121 and west 1st floor in the Health Wellness Directors office.
IFC 606.3.3 (2021) - First and second semi-annual hood cleanings were not provided and heavy grease buildup was observed around and behind appliances. The cleaning frequency must be changed from 6 months to 3 months.
IFC 701.6 (2021) - Documentation of locations of fire-resistance-rated construction was not provided and annual inspection and repairs must be performed and documented.
IFC 703.1 (2021) - Multiple penetrations were found in fire-resistance-rated construction in various A/C rooms and elevator machine room, including missing drywall in the north 3rd floor A/C room across from residents laundry.
IFC 705.2.4 (2021) - Several double doors by pool table, rooms 131, 230, 350, 241, stairwell doors by rooms 150, 231, 365, and electrical door by room 150 will not latch automatically.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Required sprinkler system testing and maintenance paperwork was not provided including 5-year internal pipe testing, 3-year dry system full flow trip test, annual trip test, annual forward flow test, and quarterly inspection reports.
IFC 904.13.5.2 (2021) - First semi-annual servicing of fire extinguishing systems was not provided and grease was coming out of nozzles requiring vendor cleaning. Commercial pizza ovens lack suppression system verification.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - Maintenance and testing schedules for fire alarm and detection systems were incomplete; annual report showed 3 deficiencies and 2 units not tested.
IFC 1203.4 (2021) - Monthly 30-minute full load test and diesel fuel testing paperwork were not provided; facility has not been performing monthly 30-minute load test and vendor must perform 4-hour load test.
NFPA 80 - Fire/smoke damper inspection and testing paperwork was not provided and inspection must be performed and documented.
Report Facts
Deficiencies cited: 14
Inspection Report — Mar 3, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Mar 3, 2025
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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (#165677) regarding the fire panel not connecting to the dispatch system to automatically call 911 if fire alarms sounded.
Complaint Details
Complaint #165677 alleged failure of the fire panel to automatically call 911. Investigation confirmed the issue with the dialer. Fire watch was implemented and the facility is working with the vendor to repair the panel. No violations were cited.
Findings
The fire panel dialer issue was identified and remains under repair. Fire watch was initiated and maintained until the issue was resolved. No sprinkler issues were found and no injuries were sustained. No IFC violations were observed at the time of inspection.
Report Facts
Number of residents/clients impacted: 143
Inspection Report — Aug 22, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Aug 22, 2024
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to tuberculosis testing compliance.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility did not perform a one-step TB test within three days of hire for the Plant Operations Supervisor. The allegation was substantiated and citations were written.
Findings
The follow-up inspection on 08/22/2024 found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies regarding tuberculosis testing were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2483-1 Tuberculosis One test. The facility failed to complete the required one-step TB test within three days of hire for 1 sampled staff who had a history of a two-step negative TB test. This placed residents at risk of potential exposure to tuberculosis.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 0
Sampled residents: 0
Deficiencies cited: 1
Inspection Report — Jul 3, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Jul 3, 2024
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Report Facts
Number of residents sampled: 5
Number of former residents sampled: 0
Inspection Report — May 16, 2024
Complaint Investigation
Date: May 16, 2024
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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (#130854) regarding a broken sprinkler head at Fairwinds Redmond.
Complaint Details
Complaint #130854 involved a broken sprinkler head activated accidentally by a maintenance worker. The fire department responded, and no injuries or fire damage occurred. The complaint was investigated and no violations were found.
Findings
The sprinkler head was accidentally activated by a maintenance worker painting the ceiling, causing water damage but no injuries or fire damage. The local fire department responded promptly, and no IFC violations were observed during the inspection.
Report Facts
Time sprinkler system ran: 30
Fire department response time: 15
Inspection Report — Jul 19, 2023
Follow-Up
Date: Jul 19, 2023
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Inspection Report — May 10, 2023
Life Safety
Date: May 10, 2023
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the residential care facility to verify compliance with fire protection codes and regulations.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected. The facility was approved following this inspection.
Deficiencies (24)
IFC 604.4.4 2018 Multiplug adapters, such as cube adapters, unfused plug strips or any other device not complying with NFPA 70 shall be prohibited.
IFC 604.4.2 2018 Relocatable power taps shall be directly connected to a permanently installed receptacle.
IFC 604.5 2018 Extension cords shall not be a substitute for permanent wiring and shall be listed and labeled in accordance with UL 817. Extension cords marked for indoor use shall not be used outdoors.
IFC 607.3.3 2018 Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts and other appurtenances shall be cleaned at intervals as required by Sections 607.3.3.1 through 607.3.3.3.
IFC 701.6 2018 WAC 51-54A The owner shall maintain an inventory of all required fire-resistance-rated construction and ensure annual inspection and proper repair or replacement.
IFC 705.2 2018 Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be inspected and maintained in accordance with NFPA 80.
IFC 705.2.4 2018 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.
IFC 901.6 2018 Fire detection and alarm systems shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times.
IFC 903.5 2009, 2012, 2015, 2018 Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901.
IFC 904.12 2015, 2018 The automatic fire-extinguishing system for commercial cooking systems shall be installed and maintained per code requirements.
IFC 906.2 2015, 2018 Portable fire extinguishers shall be selected, installed and maintained in accordance with this section and NFPA 10.
IFC 907.8 2018 The maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and fire detection systems shall be maintained.
IFC 907.8.3 2012, 2015, 2018 Smoke detector sensitivity shall be checked within one year after installation and every alternate year thereafter.
IFC 912.7 2018 Fire department connections shall be periodically inspected, tested and maintained in accordance with NFPA 25.
IFC 915.6 2018 Carbon monoxide alarms and detection systems shall be maintained in accordance with NFPA 720.
IFC 1013.5 2018 Electrically powered, self-luminous and photoluminescent exit signs shall be listed and labeled and illuminated at all times.
IFC 1031.10.1 2018 Emergency lighting equipment shall be tested monthly for a duration of not less than 30 seconds.
IFC 1031.10.2 2018 Battery-powered emergency lighting equipment shall be tested annually by operating the equipment on battery power for not less than 90 minutes.
IFC 1203.4 2018 Emergency and standby power systems shall be maintained to supply service within the time specified for the type and duration required.
IFC 5303.5.3 2018 Compressed gas containers, cylinders and tanks shall be secured to prevent falling caused by contact, vibration or seismic activity.
IFC 5303.5.3 2018 Oxygen cylinder in room #115 is not secured to prevent falling. Carbon Dioxide cylinder in the kitchen is not secured to prevent falling.
IFC 5303.5.3 2018 The fire alarm system is in trouble status due to a communication failure and is not fully operational.
IFC 5303.5.3 2018 The fire alarm system is in trouble status due to a communication failure and is not fully operational.
Report Facts
Fire drills required: 12
Fire drills missing: 3
Fire alarm trouble status: 1
Dampers failed: 12
Inspection Report — Feb 9, 2023
Enforcement
Date: Feb 9, 2023
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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted an investigation at the assisted living facility to assess compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in the imposition of civil fines for violations.
Findings
The report details three uncorrected deficiencies related to tuberculosis testing documentation, personnel record maintenance, and malfunctioning laundry room ventilation, each resulting in a $300 civil fine. These deficiencies were previously cited and remain uncorrected.
Deficiencies (3)
WAC 388-78A-2482(1)(2)(3)(a)(b) Tuberculosis—No testing. The licensee failed to ensure that one staff hired since the last full inspection had required documentation for no Tuberculosis testing, placing residents at risk of infectious illness.
WAC 388-78A-2450(3)(d)(i)(A)(ii) Staff. The licensee failed to maintain personnel records for one staff on the premises, placing residents at risk of potential abuse or neglect from unverified staff qualifications.
WAC 388-78A-3040(7)(a)(iv) Laundry. The licensee failed to ensure two resident laundry room air exchange vents were properly functioning, placing 28 residents at risk of diminished health and airborne illnesses due to improper ventilation.
Report Facts
Civil fine amount: 900
Residents at risk: 28
Inspection Report — Nov 22, 2022
Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 22, 2022
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A complaint investigation was conducted regarding storage near the ceiling in multiple storage rooms at Fairwinds Redmond.
Complaint Details
Complaint #57466 alleged storage near the ceiling. The investigation found no violations and no fire-related incidents.
Findings
Interviews and inspections found no violations related to storage clearance. There was no fire, no sprinkler activation, no evacuation, no injuries, and no fire department response.
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