Inspection Reports for
Washington Odd Fellows Home
534 Boyer Ave, Walla Walla, WA 99362, WA, 99362
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Inspection Report — Oct 27, 2025
Life Safety
Date: Oct 27, 2025
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled inspection at the residential care facility to assess compliance with fire safety codes and regulations.
Findings
All cited fire safety deficiencies were corrected either on site or during re-inspection. The facility was found to be in compliance with applicable fire protection and life safety standards and was approved.
Deficiencies (15)
IFC 315.2.1 (2021) - Facility failed to maintain 18 inch clearance around sprinkler head in Room 331. Corrected during re-inspection.
IFC 603.2 (2021) - Abatement of unsafe electrical hazards was required and has been corrected.
IFC 603.4 (2021) - Working space and clearance around electrical equipment met required dimensions and was corrected.
IFC 0603.5.1 (2021) - Relocatable power taps were listed and labeled in accordance with UL standards and corrected.
IFC 603.5.2 (2021) - Application and use of relocatable power taps and current taps were corrected to meet code requirements.
IFC 703.1 (2021) - Materials and firestop systems protecting penetrations were maintained and corrected.
IFC 705.2 (2021) - Opening protectives in fire-resistance-rated assemblies and smoke barriers were inspected and maintained; dry storage room doors in kitchen area did not self close but were corrected during re-inspection.
IFC 705.2.3 (2021) - Hold-open devices and automatic door closers were maintained and corrected.
IFC 903.5 (2021) - Sprinkler systems were tested and maintained in accordance with code and corrected.
IFC 906.6 (2021) - Portable fire extinguishers were unobstructed and visible and corrected.
IFC 915.6 - Carbon monoxide alarms and detection systems were maintained and corrected as required.
IFC 1010.2.1 (2021) - Door unlatching mechanisms for egress were compliant and corrected.
IFC 1032.10.1 (2021) - Emergency lighting equipment was tested monthly and corrected.
IFC 1031.10.2 (2021) - Battery-powered emergency lighting equipment was tested annually and corrected.
IFC 1203.4 (2021) - Emergency and standby power systems were maintained to supply service within required timeframes and corrected.
Inspection Report — Jan 30, 2025
Follow-Up
Date: Jan 30, 2025
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to resident rights and discharge.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation found that the facility discharged a resident to a homeless shelter that was unable to provide necessary medical and nursing care. The resident required medication management and assistance with activities of daily living. The discharge was immediate and unsafe, violating resident rights and discharge regulations. Multiple interviews and record reviews confirmed the failure. Citations were issued.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies related to resident discharge and resident rights were corrected.
Deficiencies (2)
WAC 388-78A-2660 Resident rights. The assisted living facility failed to ensure a safe and orderly discharge of a resident to a shelter unable to meet medical or nursing needs, resulting in the resident leaving with no known location.
RCW 70.129.110 Disclosure, transfer, and discharge requirements. The facility discharged a resident without proper reason and to an unsafe location, failing to provide sufficient preparation and orientation for safe discharge.
Report Facts
Total residents: 51
Resident sample size: 3
Closed records sample size: 1
Notice — Jan 2, 2025
Date: Jan 2, 2025
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This letter confirms the facility's written request to withdraw their Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) request for the Statement of Deficiencies dated November 25, 2024.
Findings
The IDR review was scheduled as a desk review on January 14, 2025, but the request was withdrawn by the facility.
Report Facts
Scheduled IDR review date: Jan 14, 2025
Notice — Dec 17, 2024
Date: Dec 17, 2024
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The letter confirms the facility's request for a document review Informal Dispute Resolution (IDR) related to an amended Statement of Deficiencies dated December 17, 2024.
Findings
The document does not contain inspection findings but schedules the IDR for January 14, 2025, and identifies the citation under dispute as RCW 70.129.110/WAC 388-78A-2660.
Inspection Report — Nov 6, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Nov 6, 2024
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This is a follow-up inspection to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies at the Assisted Living Facility.
Complaint Details
The inspection was complaint-related referencing complaint number 146186. The complaint investigation found multiple deficiencies related to resident monitoring, service agreements, staff hiring practices, and resident rights.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that all previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility meets Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Deficiencies (4)
WAC 388-78A-2120 Monitoring residents' well-being. The facility failed to observe and evaluate residents with recurring conditions for 2 of 2 residents, placing them at risk of complications from chronic conditions.
WAC 388-78A-2140 Negotiated service agreement contents. The facility failed to develop and document plans to meet assessed needs for 4 of 7 residents, risking harm from unmet care needs.
WAC 388-78A-2450 Staff. The facility failed to verify work references for 2 of 3 new hires, placing residents at risk from unverified staff.
WAC 388-78A-2660 Resident rights. The facility failed to ensure dignity and access to activities for 2 of 3 wheelchair-bound residents due to transportation limitations, risking psychosocial harm and decreased quality of life.
Report Facts
Sampled residents: 7
New hires without work references: 2
Residents with unmet service agreement needs: 4
Wheelchair-bound residents affected: 2
Inspection Report — Jun 27, 2024
Follow-Up
Date: Jun 27, 2024
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The Department completed a follow-up inspection of the Assisted Living Facility to verify correction of previously cited deficiencies related to facility orientation training and access control.
Complaint Details
The complaint investigation involved allegations that two unidentified people were caught on video monitoring entering a resident's vacant home without proper orientation or supervision. The investigation confirmed the failure to ensure orientation training for those with unsupervised access, resulting in citations.
Findings
The follow-up inspection found no deficiencies and confirmed that the previously cited deficiencies were corrected. The facility now meets the Assisted Living Facility licensing requirements.
Deficiencies (1)
WAC 388-112A-0200-1 - The assisted living facility failed to provide orientation training to four of four Collateral Contacts who had unsupervised access to residents. This failure left residents at risk for potential abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Report Facts
Total residents: 48
Resident sample size: 2
Volunteers: 39
Collateral Contacts without orientation: 4
Inspection Report — Jul 19, 2023
Life Safety
Date: Jul 19, 2023
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The Office of the State Fire Marshal conducted a scheduled fire safety inspection at the facility on 07/19/2023.
Findings
All violations noted during previous related inspections have been corrected as of this inspection.
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