Inspection Reports for Mallard Landing by Cogir

WA, 98604

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Inspection Report Follow-Up Census: 63 Deficiencies: 3 Aug 7, 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, indicating the facility meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements. Previous deficiencies related to background checks, water temperature, and tuberculosis testing were corrected.
Deficiencies (3)
Description
Failed to determine whether a prospective employee had the character, competence, and suitability to work with vulnerable adults due to incomplete background check review.
Failed to ensure hot water temperatures in sinks used by residents were between 105 and 120 degrees Fahrenheit, with measured temperatures outside this range.
Failed to complete tuberculosis testing within three days of hire for sampled staff, placing staff and residents at risk of exposure.
Report Facts
Residents present during inspection: 63 Sampled residents: 7 Sampled staff: 5 Sampled staff for TB testing: 3 Hot water temperature measurements: 131 Hot water temperature measurements: 93.8 Hot water temperature measurements: 122.4
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Kyle GehlenALF Licensor - LTCDepartment staff who did the on-site verification
Jennifer SiharathALF LicensorDepartment staff who did the on-site verification
Staff FCaregiverSubject of background check deficiency
Staff DMedication AideSubject of tuberculosis testing deficiency
Staff EMedication AideSubject of tuberculosis testing deficiency
Staff AExecutive DirectorAcknowledged department findings and deficiencies
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 6 May 16, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a re-inspection at the facility to verify correction of previous fire safety violations.
Findings
Several fire safety violations were noted as not corrected, including issues with fire-resistance-rated construction, fire door assemblies, duct and air transfer openings, smoke detector sensitivity, and portable heaters. Some violations were marked as complete or resolved with follow-up actions scheduled.
Deficiencies (6)
Description
Annual inspection of fire resistance-rated construction not conducted
Multiple doors throughout building found with excessive gap
Fire doors shall accessories removed from doors such as wreaths
Facility failed to provide 4 year fire damper inspection report
Smoke detector sensitivity shall be checked within one year after installation of new device
Portable heaters compliance issues noted, some resolved
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Jun 15, 2025 Next inspection scheduled date: Mar 22, 2025 Next inspection scheduled date: Feb 9, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas D. WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalConducted the re-inspection and signed the report
Andrea PinedaExecutive DirectorFacility representative signing and involved in follow-up actions
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 7 May 16, 2025
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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 violations.
Findings
The re-inspection found that several fire safety violations had been corrected or were in the process of being corrected, including fire-resistance-rated construction, fire door maintenance, and portable heater compliance. Some items were noted as complete, while others were pending follow-up or awaiting inspection reports.
Deficiencies (7)
Description
Owner shall maintain an inventory of all required fire-resistance-rated construction and inspect annually.
Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies shall be inspected and maintained according to NFPA standards.
Dampers protecting ducts and air transfer openings shall be inspected and maintained; facility failed to provide 4-year fire damper inspection report.
Portable heaters must comply with 2021 International Fire Code requirements.
Smoke detector sensitivity shall be checked within one year after installation and every alternate year thereafter.
Commercial cooking systems must have appropriate fire extinguishing systems installed and maintained.
Emergency and standby power systems shall be maintained to supply service within required timeframes.
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled date: Jun 15, 2025 Next inspection scheduled date: Mar 22, 2025 Next inspection scheduled date: Feb 9, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas D. WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalSigned as Deputy State Fire Marshal on multiple pages
Andrea RinedaExecutive DirectorSigned as Authorized Facility Representative on page 14
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 69 Deficiencies: 1 May 7, 2025
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The inspection was conducted as a complaint investigation due to allegations that the facility failed to make identified repairs as outlined by the fire marshal to be compliant with fire code.
Findings
The investigation found that the facility failed to stay in compliance with the Washington State Patrol Fire Protection Bureau for two consecutive inspections, placing residents, visitors, and staff at risk. Multiple fire code violations were identified, including issues with fire doors, fire damper inspections, and smoke detector sensitivity.
Complaint Details
The complaint was substantiated with failed provider practice identified and citations written related to fire safety violations.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
Facility failed to make identified repairs as outlined by fire marshal to be compliant with fire code.
Report Facts
Total residents: 69 Fire inspection violations: 10 Fire inspection violations: 5 Extension days approved: 30
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jason RoseInvestigatorConducted the complaint investigation
Clinton FridleyAdult Family Home Nurse Field ManagerSigned follow-up inspection report and statement of deficiencies
Inspection Report Re-Inspection Deficiencies: 4 Feb 20, 2025
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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 violations.
Findings
The re-inspection found that some violations related to fire-resistance-rated construction, fire door inspection, smoke detector sensitivity, and duct and air transfer openings had not yet been corrected, while portable heater violations were resolved.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
Annual inspection of fire resistance-rated construction shall be conducted
Annual fire door inspection shall be conducted; multiple doors throughout building found with excessive gap; fire door shall accessories removed from doors such as wreaths
Facility failed to provide 4 year fire damper inspection report
Smoke detector sensitivity shall be checked within one year after installation of new device
Report Facts
Next inspection scheduled on or after: Mar 22, 2025
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Nicholas D. WoldenDeputy State Fire MarshalSigned as Deputy State Fire Marshal conducting the re-inspection
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Census: 64 Deficiencies: 2 Sep 27, 2024
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The inspection was conducted as an unannounced complaint investigation regarding allegations of an unclean physical environment and improper dietary services, including unsanitary kitchen conditions and improper food labeling and temperature monitoring.
Findings
The investigation found failed practices related to the physical environment, including an unsanitary kitchen and refrigerator, and dietary services, such as unlabeled and undated food items and inadequate food temperature monitoring. These deficiencies placed all 64 residents at risk of foodborne illness.
Complaint Details
Complaint investigation based on allegations of unsanitary physical environment and improper dietary services. Substantiated with failed provider practices and citations written.
Deficiencies (2)
Description
Facility is not clean; kitchen cleaning procedures are not enforced and refrigerator is unsanitary.
Food is not properly labeled and food temperatures are not monitored for safety.
Report Facts
Total residents: 64 Resident sample size: 3 Deficiencies cited: 2
Employees Mentioned
NameTitleContext
Jason RoseInvestigatorConducted the complaint investigation and on-site verification
Andrea PinedaExecutive DirectorNamed in relation to interviews and corrective actions regarding kitchen cleaning and food safety

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