Regulation | LIS Non-Compliance Area | Correction Required | Plans of Correction | Correction Date | POC Status |
6500.68(b) | The hot water temperature was measured at 127.9 degrees Fahrenheit in the lower level bathroom. Individual #1 is a new admission and has not yet been assessed to be aware of the dangers of hot water or able to self-regulate water temperature or avoid hot water. | Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers that are accessible to individuals may not exceed 120°F. | The landlord adjusted the water heater temperature on 12/3/20 to be lower than 120 degrees. Program Specialist verified this change. PA Child updated its Home Safety checklist (see attachment) to prompt a homeowner/caregiver or staff who is conducting a safety check to check water temperature. The Family Living Provider has been trained on this regulation and training records can be available upon request by the department. |
12/21/2020
| Implemented |
6500.108(a) | The fire extinguishers located on the lower level of the home and in the attic had a rating of 1A-10BC. | There shall be at least one operable fire extinguisher with a minimum 2-A rating for each floor, including the basement and attic. | The landlord replaced the existing fire extinguishers with 2-A rated extinguishers on each floor of the home, including basement and attic. This was verified by PS. PA Child updated its Home Safety checklist (see attachment) to prompt a homeowner/caregiver or staff who is conducting a safety check to specifically check the rating of all fire extinguishers in a home. The Family Living Provider has been trained on this regulation and training records can be available upon request by the department. |
12/21/2020
| Implemented |
6500.108(b) | The fire extinguisher located in the kitchen had a rating of 5BC. | Fire extinguishers with a minimum 2A-10BC rating shall be located in each kitchen. The kitchen extinguisher meets the requirements for one floor as required in subsection (a). | The landlord replaced the existing kitchen fire extinguishers with 2A-10BC rated extinguishers. This was verified by PS. PA Child updated its Home Safety checklist (see attachment) to prompt a homeowner/caregiver or staff who is conducting a safety check to specifically check the rating of kitchen fire extinguishers. The Family Living Provider has been trained on this regulation and training records can be available upon request by the department. |
12/21/2020
| Implemented |