Inspection Reports for
Ida Culver House Broadview

12505 Greenwood Ave N, Seattle, WA 98133, United States, WA, 98133

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9 Reports

2022–2026

Inspection Report — May 14, 2026

Life Safety
Date: May 14, 2026

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire and life safety inspection at the residential care facility Ida Culver House Broadview on 05/14/2026.

Findings
The inspection identified multiple deficiencies primarily related to missing or incomplete documentation for fire-rated construction, fire door operation, sprinkler system testing, fire alarm system maintenance, and emergency lighting testing. Several physical deficiencies with fire doors and chute discharge protection were also noted. Many deficiencies were corrected on site, but the overall approval status was Disapproved due to outstanding documentation and unresolved issues.

Deficiencies (18)
Admin Fire & Life Safety Inspection - The facility failed to provide detailed documentation and maps of fire-rated construction locations, including annual inspection reports detailing testing dates, modifications, and repairs for Buildings A through E.
IFC 315.2.3 (2021) - Combustible material was stored in boiler rooms, mechanical rooms, electrical equipment rooms, or fire command centers, which is prohibited.
IFC 603.2.2 (2021) - Open junction boxes and open-wiring splices were found; approved covers were not provided for all switch and electrical outlet boxes.
IFC 606.3.3 (2021) - Hoods, grease-removal devices, fans, ducts, and other appurtenances were not cleaned at required intervals.
IFC 701.6 (2021) - The owner failed to maintain an inventory of all required fire-resistance-rated construction and did not visually inspect or properly repair such construction annually as required.
IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems protecting penetrations in fire-resistance-rated construction were not properly maintained or inspected according to listing criteria and manufacturer's instructions.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies and smoke barriers were not inspected and maintained per NFPA 80 and NFPA 105; fire and smoke doors were blocked or obstructed or fusible links were not replaced promptly.
IFC 705.2.4 (2021) - Swinging fire doors on the 3rd floor in Buildings B and D did not close and latch automatically as required.
IFC 705.2.6 (2018) - Vertical fire rated doors on the 2nd floor and in the kitchen of Building B were not tested or documented as tested annually.
IFC 706.1 (2021) NFPA 80.19.4 - Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings were not inspected and maintained as required; damaged materials were not repaired or replaced.
IFC 903.3 (2021) - Automatic sprinkler systems were not designed, installed, or maintained in accordance with required sections.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Sprinkler system testing and maintenance documentation was incomplete or missing for Buildings A through E, including reports of deficiencies needing full head replacement, forward flow tests, trip tests, and quarterly inspections.
IFC 906.2 (2021) - Portable fire extinguishers were not maintained or inspected according to NFPA 10 requirements.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - Fire alarm and detection system maintenance and testing schedules and records, including annual and semi-annual reports and smoke detector sensitivity reports, were not provided for Buildings A through E.
IFC 0915.1 (2021) WAC 51-54A - Carbon monoxide detection was not installed or maintained as required.
IFC 1032.10.1 (2021) - Emergency lighting equipment was not tested monthly for a minimum of 30 seconds or inspected for trouble indicators.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2021) - Battery-powered emergency lighting equipment was not tested annually for at least 90 minutes; Building D lacked documentation of this test.
IFC 1103.4.9.5 (2021) - The trash chute door latch on the 2nd floor of Building A was stuck, causing the chute door not to latch properly.
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Deficiencies cited: 18

Inspection Report — Feb 10, 2026

Complaint Investigation
Date: Feb 10, 2026

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The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation regarding staffing and care concerns following a resident fall and issues with care assistance.

Complaint Details
Complaint number 210730 involved allegations of staff clocking out early leaving residents unattended, refusal of incontinence care by a resident, need for two-person assist due to aggressive behavior, and missed staff breaks. The investigation substantiated the failure to provide two-person assist leading to a fall, but did not substantiate other allegations.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility had adequate staffing and supervision except for failure to provide two caregivers for resident transfers, which may have contributed to a resident fall. Other allegations such as missed breaks and refusal of care were not substantiated. A citation was written for failure to implement the negotiated service agreement requiring two-person assistance.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2160 Implementation of negotiated service agreement. The assisted living facility failed to provide two caregivers for one sampled resident during care and transfers, contributing to a fall.
Report Facts
Total residents: 97 Resident sample size: 3

Employees mentioned
NameTitleContext
Michelle McglonNursing Consultant InstitutionalInvestigator who conducted the complaint investigation and onsite verification

Inspection Report — Dec 2, 2025

Follow-Up
Date: Dec 2, 2025

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies and compliance with licensing laws and regulations.

Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected as listed in the report.

Report Facts
Compliance Determinations addressed: 2

Inspection Report — Mar 1, 2024

Annual Inspection
Date: Mar 1, 2024

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The Department completed a full inspection of the Assisted Living Facility on 03/01/2024 to determine compliance status.

Findings
The inspection found no deficiencies at the facility.

Inspection Report — May 11, 2023

Life Safety
Date: May 11, 2023

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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire protection inspection at the Ida Culver House Broadview residential care facility to assess compliance with fire safety codes and maintenance requirements.

Findings
The inspection found multiple fire safety violations including lack of documentation for backflow internal inspection, sprinkler system gauges over replacement age, damaged sprinkler head escutcheon, and issues with sprinkler heads in the kitchen and dining areas. Several fire safety system components were noted as needing assessment or repair. The overall approval status was Disapproved, indicating outstanding deficiencies.

Deficiencies (7)
IFC 901.6 (2018) - Fire detection and alarm systems, emergency alarm systems, gas detection systems, fire-extinguishing systems, mechanical smoke exhaust systems and smoke and heat vents shall be maintained in an operative condition at all times and replaced or repaired where defective.
NFPA 25 (2017) - Facility was unable to provide documentation for the backflow internal inspection and hydrostatic testing of the Fire Department Connection as required every 5 years.
IFC 903.5 (2009, 2012, 2015, 2018) - Sprinkler systems shall be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901; gauges on sprinkler system risers and sections were over 5 years replacement age.
IFC 901.6 (2018) - A Wing north first floor stairwell sprinkler head escutcheon is damaged and hanging down onto the sprinkler head.
IFC 901.6 (2018) - B building kitchen sprinkler heads need assessment due to being loaded, corroded, or damaged.
IFC 901.6 (2018) - Dining room bus station sprinkler head is recessed too far into the ceiling.
IFC 901.6 (2018) - Paint was observed on a sprinkler head in the community relations office.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled: Jun 2, 2023

Inspection Report — Jan 9, 2023

Follow-Up
Date: Jan 9, 2023

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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies and compliance with licensing requirements.

Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected as verified on site.

Inspection Report — Dec 30, 2022

Complaint Investigation
Date: Dec 30, 2022

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a complaint investigation of the Assisted Living Facility due to allegations of staff misconduct involving inappropriate touching of a resident.

Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved allegations that a staff member touched a resident inappropriately. The investigation included interviews, record reviews, and observations. The facility delayed law enforcement notification by six days, which was a violation. The allegation was substantiated and citations were written.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to immediately notify law enforcement following an allegation of sexual abuse, notifying them six days later. The facility removed the staff member involved and monitored the resident, but did not meet Assisted Living Facility requirements.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2630 Reporting abuse and neglect. The assisted living facility failed to notify law enforcement immediately following an allegation of sexual abuse, notifying them six days after the allegation. This delayed notification placed residents at risk.
Report Facts
Total residents: 93 Resident sample size: 1 Closed records sample size: 1

Inspection Report — Nov 29, 2022

Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 29, 2022

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The inspection was conducted due to a complaint concerning hot liquid access with coffee machines in memory care dining rooms.

Complaint Details
The complaint concerned hot liquid access with coffee machines in memory care dining rooms. The investigation found the facility failed to assure safety hazards were not present, placing 34 ambulatory residents at risk. Citations were issued.
Findings
The facility failed to ensure safety hazards were absent in the memory care dining rooms on two floors, placing 34 ambulatory residents at risk of injury or burns from hot beverage machine access. Citations were written for this failure.

Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2700 Emergency and disaster preparedness. The assisted living facility failed to maintain the premises free of hazards by allowing hot beverage machines accessible to residents in memory care dining rooms, placing 34 ambulatory residents at risk of burns from hot liquids.
Report Facts
Total residents: 42 Resident sample size: 36 Ambulatory residents at risk: 34 Hot water output temperature: 140 Coffee output temperature: 138 Decaf coffee output temperature: 139 Hot water output temperature: 143 Coffee output temperature: 136 Decaf coffee output temperature: 137.5

Inspection Report — Nov 17, 2022

Enforcement
Date: Nov 17, 2022

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The Department of Social and Health Services conducted an investigation at the assisted living facility Ida Culver House Broadview on November 17, 2022, resulting in the imposition of civil fines for regulatory violations.

Findings
The facility was cited for uncorrected deficiencies related to failure to update the Negotiated Service Agreement to reflect current resident needs and failure to have a written backup plan for family assistance with medications. These violations placed residents at risk and resulted in civil fines.

Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2130(3)(a)(b)(4) - The licensee failed to ensure the Negotiated Service Agreement was updated to reflect the current health status and care needs for one resident. This deficiency was uncorrected from a prior citation.
WAC 388-78A-2290(3)(a)(b)(c)(d)(e)(4)(a)(b)(c)(d) - The licensee failed to ensure a written plan, including a backup plan, was in place for family assistance with medications for one resident. This deficiency was uncorrected from a prior citation.
Report Facts
Civil fines amount: 600

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