Inspection Reports for
RiverWest Senior Living
900 N WESTERN AVE, WENATCHEE, WA, 98801
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Inspection Report — Apr 13, 2026
Life Safety
Date: Apr 13, 2026
Visit Reason
The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the RiverWest Senior Living facility to evaluate compliance with fire safety codes and maintenance requirements.
Findings
Multiple fire safety violations were identified, primarily related to documentation deficiencies and maintenance of fire safety equipment. All violations were corrected on site or documented as corrected.
Deficiencies (12)
IFC 404.2 (2021) - The facility failed to provide documentation of fire drills conducted for day, swing, and noc shifts for all quarters over the past twelve months.
IFC 603.4 (2021) - Combustible storage was found within 3 feet obstructing access to the electrical panel in the Maintenance Room.
IFC 701.6 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of fire-resistance rated wall inspections within the past twelve months.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of the annual fire door inspections within the past twelve months.
IFC 705.2.3 (2021) - Fire rated doors had magnetic hold open devices not connected to the fire alarm system and doors were propped open by door stoppers in multiple locations.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of annual forward flow testing and quarterly fire sprinkler inspections within the last twelve months.
IFC 906.2 (2021) - Fire extinguishers behind the Reception desk and in the Boiler Room were missing monthly inspection tags.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of semi-annual fire alarm system inspection, testing, and maintenance within the last twelve months.
IFC 915.1 and WAC 51-54A - The facility was unable to provide documentation of monthly testing of carbon monoxide alarms for the past twelve months.
IFC 1032.10.1 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of 30 second monthly activation tests on battery backup emergency lights and exit signs for the past twelve months.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of 90-minute annual power tests on battery backup emergency lights and exit signs within the past twelve months.
IFC 1203.4 (2021) - The facility was unable to provide documentation of weekly inspections, monthly 30-minute full load testing, and annual service and maintenance on the emergency generator within the past twelve months.
Inspection Report — Dec 30, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Dec 30, 2025
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The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint regarding a kitchen stove fire at RiverWest Senior Living.
Complaint Details
The complaint concerned a kitchen stove fire on October 5, 2025. The inspection confirmed the fire occurred as described, with no evacuation or injuries reported. The fire alarm system was activated but showed an active trouble signal due to fiber optic cable issues. Facility staff were notified of reporting requirements. All violations found were corrected on site.
Findings
The inspection found multiple violations related to fire safety and documentation, all of which were corrected on site. The facility was approved following the inspection.
Deficiencies (5)
IFC 606.3.2 (2021) - The facility failed to maintain the grease extractor on the MOTEX griddle appliance which was missing a lower grease extractor tray.
IFC 606.3.3.3 (2021) - The facility failed to provide documentation of scheduled cleaning logs completed by kitchen staff of appliances and cooking operations.
IFC 606.3.4 (2021) - The facility failed to provide documentation of the service to the UL300 commercial cooking system inspection, testing, and maintenance after the fire on October 5, 2025.
IFC 901.7 (2021) - The facility failed to provide documentation of fire watch logs for the kitchen fire that occurred on October 5, 2025, and failed to self-report the fire alarm system being out of service to appropriate authorities.
IFC 901.7.6 (2021) - The facility failed to provide documentation of the UL300 commercial cooking system being restored to normal operations after the October 5, 2025 fire, and notification was not made to the appropriate authorities having jurisdiction.
Report Facts
Complaint number: 197403
Fire incident date: Oct 5, 2025
Fire watch duration: 2
Fire watch issued time: 1500
Fire incident time: 1400
Inspection Report — Nov 20, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 20, 2025
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The Department completed a complaint investigation of the Assisted Living Facility due to allegations that the fire suppression system was down.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation was based on allegations that the fire suppression system was down. The fire panel was found to be functioning properly and the system was no longer down. However, the facility failed to assign dedicated staff to Fire Watch duty. A citation was written for this deficiency.
Findings
The fire panel was functioning appropriately and the fire system was no longer down. However, the facility failed to assign staff to Fire Watch duty that had no other duties, resulting in a failed provider practice and citation.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-78A-2040 Other requirements. The facility failed to assign staff to Fire Watch duty that had no other duties, violating the assisted living facility requirements.
Report Facts
Total residents: 49
Resident sample size: 3
Employees mentioned
| Name | Title | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Brittney Shull | Community Complaint Investigator | Investigator who conducted the complaint investigation |
Inspection Report — Nov 17, 2025
Complaint Investigation
Date: Nov 17, 2025
Visit Reason
The inspection was conducted in response to a complaint (#200166) regarding a fire alarm system being out of service at RiverWest Senior Living.
Complaint Details
The inspection was triggered by complaint #200166 about the fire alarm system outage. The facility was found to have an active trouble signal and was out of service due to fiber optic cable issues. The complaint was substantiated with violations cited but corrected on site.
Findings
The inspection found that the fire alarm system was out of service on October 29, 2025, due to fiber optic cable issues. The facility failed to notify the fire marshal's office immediately but issued a fire watch and submitted required documentation. Both cited violations were corrected on site.
Deficiencies (2)
IFC 901.7 (2021) - The facility failed to notify the fire marshal's office of the fire alarm system outage observed on October 29, 2025, at approximately 1500 hours. A fire watch was issued and documentation will be submitted for approval once the system is restored.
IFC 907.8 (2021) - The facility failed to maintain the fire alarm system inspection, testing, and maintenance, which was in trouble status on October 29, 2025. Documentation of repairs and restoration is required to be submitted for review and approval.
Report Facts
Inspection date: Nov 17, 2025
Fire alarm outage date: Oct 29, 2025
Fire watch issuance time: 1500
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