Inspection Reports for
Mercy House New Braunfels

State violation cited on 2022-09-20 — deficiency details not yet published by the state (correction status: Pending).

The facility failed to ensure the sensitivity of smoke detectors was checked according to NFPA 72.

The facility failed to inspect, test, and maintain fire sprinkler system components.

The failed to provide safe waste containers in smoking areas.

The facility failed to ensure flammable and combustible liquids were not stored in buildings used by residents.

The facility failed to ensure portable fire extinguishers were mounted on hangers or brackets supplied with the fire extinguisher or mounted in a fire extinguisher cabinet, were protected from impact or dislodgement, and were mounted at the appropriate height based on the weight of the extinguisher.

The facility failed to ensure means of escape met the referenced codes and standards.

The facility failed to provide the minimum levels of illumination required in the facility.

The facility failed to maintain a current printed copy of the plan in a location accessible to all staff, residents, and residents legally authorized representatives

The facility failed to review the plan at least annually to reflect changes in information, within 30 days following a disaster, within 30 days after a drill, and within 30 days after a change in rule or policy.

The facility failed to include a section addressing direction and control in the emergency preparedness and response plan.

The facility failed to include a section addressing evacuation in the emergency preparedness and response plan.

The facility failed to include a section addressing transportation in the emergency preparedness and response plan.

The facility failed to provide the required emergency preparedness and response plan training and conduct drills.