The radiators in a mental health unit in Co Mayo posed a fire hazard to patients because they had not been cleaned for six months, an inspection report has found.
In a statement, the MHC said the standard of developing individual care plans for residents at Mayo University Hospital was rated as a critical risk. There was no dedicated occupational therapist and residents did not have access to a dietitian. There were not enough occupational therapy staff, psychology staff or social work staff.
Inspectors noted other hazards such as a broken rail in the toilet, a hole in the sink, a broken window lever, a broken information holder, and inadequate toilet door locations and designs.At the time of the inspection, the paint on walls was chipped, carpets and floors had cigarette burns, window ledges were dirty, and a water dispenser holder was damaged.
“Following the meeting the approved centre provided corrective and preventative action plans to deal with all areas of non-compliance. In three months we will seek an update to ensure that plans are being implemented,” said Ms Smyth.
Dusty radiators a fire hazard? Complete nonsense.