Inspection Reports for
Patit Creek Adult Residential Care
423 W Main St, Dayton, WA, 99328
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Inspection Report — Apr 28, 2026
Follow-Up
Date: Apr 28, 2026
Visit Reason
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 the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies related to background checks and continuing education were corrected.
Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2466 Background checks require Washington state name and date of birth background checks valid for two years and national fingerprint background checks valid indefinitely. The facility failed to ensure that Washington state background checks were completed within two years for 3 of 4 staff, resulting in residents receiving care from staff with potentially disqualifying criminal records.
WAC 388-112A-0611 requires certain assisted living facility workers to complete continuing education training each year. The facility failed to ensure that 1 of 4 staff completed the required 12 hours of continuing education, placing residents at risk of unmet care needs.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 5
Total current residents: 26
Continuing education hours required: 12
Continuing education hours completed: 9
Nightshifts worked: 5
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Staff B | Housekeeper | Named in background check deficiency finding |
| Staff C | Assistant Administrator/Caregiver | Named in background check deficiency finding |
| Staff D | Shift Manager/Caregiver | Named in background check and continuing education deficiency findings |
| Staff E | Administrator | Provided interview statements regarding deficiencies |
Inspection Report — Sep 19, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Sep 19, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted as an unannounced on-site complaint investigation triggered by the facility's failure to correct a deficiency cited by the Washington Office of the State Fire Marshal related to fire and life safety compliance.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility failed to correct a fire and life safety deficiency cited by the Office of the State Fire Marshal. The administrator confirmed inability to timely correct the issues. The investigation concluded with citations issued for noncompliance with fire safety regulations.
Findings
The facility failed to comply with the Washington State Patrol Office of State Fire Marshal requirements, failing their initial and first reinspection for fire and life safety. Specific violations included missing escutcheon ring on a sprinkler head and loaded sprinkler heads covered in dirt or grime in multiple locations. The administrator stated the facility was unable to fix these issues in a timely manner.
Deficiencies (3)
WAC 388-78A-2040 Other requirements. The assisted living facility must have its building approved by the Washington state fire marshal to be licensed. The facility failed to ensure compliance with the Office of State Fire Marshal by failing their second Fire and Life Safety Inspection, placing residents, staff, and visitors at risk.
IFC 903.5 (2021) The dining room was missing an escutcheon ring on the sprinkler head, which prevents heat and smoke from escaping and delays sprinkler activation.
IFC 903.5 (2021) The laundry room and near room number one had loaded sprinkler heads covered in dirt, dust, or grime, which could prevent the fire safety trigger from functioning properly.
Report Facts
Total residents: 28
Licensed beds: 30
Inspection Report — Sep 10, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Sep 10, 2025
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a fire safety inspection at the facility to assess compliance with fire protection and safety codes.
Findings
Several deficiencies were identified related to fire safety equipment and maintenance, including a missing escutcheon ring on a sprinkler head and loaded sprinkler heads in certain locations. Some violations were corrected on site, but the overall approval status was Disapproved.
Deficiencies (8)
IFC 310.6 2021 - Suitable noncombustible ash trays or match receivers with self-closing covers must be provided where smoking is permitted. Lighted matches, cigarettes, cigars or other burning objects must not be discarded in a manner that could ignite combustible material.
IFC 0405.6 2021 - Records of required emergency evacuation drills must include identity of the person conducting the drill, date and time, notification method, employees on duty, number evacuated, special conditions, problems encountered, weather conditions, and time to complete evacuation.
IFC 603.2 2021 - Unsafe electrical conditions and hazards that could cause shock or fire must be abated.
IFC 603.5.2 2021 - Relocatable power taps and current taps must be directly connected to permanently installed receptacles with exceptions for limited temporary use.
IFC 603.5.3 2021 - Relocatable power tap cords must not extend through walls, ceilings, floors, under doors or floor coverings, or be subject to damage.
IFC 903.5 2021 - Sprinkler systems must be tested and maintained in accordance with Section 901. The dining room had a missing escutcheon ring on a sprinkler head and loaded sprinkler heads were observed in the laundry room and near room #1.
IFC 907.8 2021 - Maintenance and testing schedules and procedures for fire alarm and detection systems must comply with Sections 907.8.1 through 907.8.5 and NFPA 72, with records maintained.
IFC 1008.3.5 2021 - Emergency illumination must meet minimum footcandle levels and uniformity ratios. Failure of a single lamp shall not reduce illumination below required levels.
Inspection Report — Dec 10, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Dec 10, 2024
Visit Reason
The Department of Social and Health Services conducted a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies.
Complaint Details
The deficiency involved failure to report an allegation of sexual abuse by one resident against another. The report details interviews and incident notes documenting the allegation and the facility's failure to report it to the department's reporting database.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previously cited deficiencies were corrected.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2630 Reporting abuse and neglect. The facility failed to report an allegation of sexual abuse to the Complaint Resolution Unit for one resident, precluding immediate investigation and placing the resident at risk of harm.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 5
Inspection Report — Jun 23, 2023
Complaint Investigation
Date: Jun 23, 2023
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted to investigate a complaint alleging theft of a resident's valuables including a phone, laptop, and watch.
Complaint Details
The complaint involved theft of a resident's valuables including a phone, laptop, and watch. The investigation confirmed the theft of an Apple watch by a resident and found the facility failed to report the incident to the abuse/neglect hotline, resulting in a citation.
Findings
The investigation found that locks had been installed on residents' apartment doors due to theft concerns. The facility failed to report a theft incident to the department abuse/neglect hotline, resulting in a citation under WAC 388-78A-2630(1).
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2630 Reporting abuse and neglect. The facility failed to immediately report an allegation of financial exploitation involving theft of a resident's watch to the department's abuse/neglect hotline as required.
Report Facts
Total residents: 29
Resident sample size: 3
Inspection Report — May 26, 2023
Follow-Up
Date: May 26, 2023
Visit Reason
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)
RCW 70.129.140 and WAC 388-78A-2660 Resident rights. The assisted living facility must comply with long-term care resident rights. The facility failed to ensure care was provided in a private manner by allowing a resident’s buttocks to be exposed while administering an injection in a public hallway.
WAC 388-78A-2100 On-going assessments. The assisted living facility must complete a full assessment for each resident at least annually. The facility failed to ensure an annual assessment was completed for one resident, potentially placing the resident at risk of unmet care needs.
WAC 388-78A-3040 Laundry. The assisted living facility must handle, clean, and store linen to prevent cross contamination. The facility failed to have a system to prevent cross contamination of clean and dirty laundry, placing all residents at risk of illness.
WAC 388-78A-3090 Maintenance and housekeeping. The assisted living facility must provide a safe, sanitary, and well-maintained environment. The facility failed to maintain a safe and sanitary interior and exterior environment, placing residents at risk of accidents and living in a non-homelike environment.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 5
Sampled former residents: 0
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