Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00227918 Renewal 07/18/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.68(b)The water temperature in the bathtub was 125.3 degree. Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. Immediately following the on-site inspection, provider maintenance personnel manually lowered the water system to a safe and compliant temperature level (document #1) 07/25/2023 Implemented
6400.77(b)The First Aid kit in the home did not contain Tweezers or Tape. A first aid kit shall contain antiseptic, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, tape, scissors and syrup of Ipecac, if an individual 4 years of age or younger, or an individual likely to ingest poisons, is served. Following the onsite inspection, tweezers and tape were immediately placed into the home's first aid kit (Document #5). 09/08/2023 Implemented
6400.163(h)There were two medications that were discontinued in the medication box of individual1, those medications are as follows: Bromfed DM Cough Syrup -- Take 1 Teaspoon by mouth 3 times a day as needed for 5 days Allegra Allergy Tab -- 180 MG -- Take one tablet by mouth every day as needed for allergy symptoms.Prescription medications that are discontinued or expired shall be destroyed in a safe manner according to Federal and State statutes and regulations.Following the on-site inspection, the location Supervisor removed and discarded the discontinued medication in accordance with the Medication Administration Policy (Document#2). The location supervisor is scheduled for a retraining to occur by 10/01/2023 on Medication Administration Policy and Procedures, which includes processes for medication discontinuation and proper disposal. 10/01/2023 Implemented
6400.207(4)(IV)Individual 1 is prescribed Hydroxyzine 50 MG Tablets -- Take one tablet by mouth 3 times a day as needed for anxiety. This is considered a chemical restraint as it is a psychotropic medication being used for episodic behavior.A chemical restraint, defined as use of a drug for the specific and exclusive purpose of controlling acute or episodic aggressive behavior. A chemical restraint does not include a drug ordered by a health care practitioner or dentist for the following use or event: A specific, time-limited stressful event or situation to assist the individual to control the individual's own behavior.Immediately following the on-site inspection, Individual #1's prescribed Hydroxyzine 50MG was discontinued. Individual #1 was never administered the prescribed medication during his residency. 07/25/2023 Implemented
SIN-00190678 Renewal 07/26/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.141(c)(9)No prostate exam for Individual 1.The physical examination shall include: A prostate examination for men 40 years of age or older. The Residential Manager scheduled the individual to receive a prostate examination from his PCP on 8/3/21. Documentation of the exam (file 10) was filed in the individuals permanent record binder. 08/03/2021 Implemented
6400.142(f)No dental hygiene plan in the record for individual 1.An individual shall have a written plan for dental hygiene, unless the interdisciplinary team has documented in writing that the individual has achieved dental hygiene independence. The Residential Manager will complete the Dental Hygiene Plan for the individual by 10/01/2021 (file 12) using the newly created Dental Hygiene Plan template that was created by the COO. 10/01/2021 Implemented
6400.181(d)Program specialist did not sign and date the assessment dated 3/12/21.The program specialist shall sign and date the assessment. The Program Specialist signed & dated the assessment on 9/21/21 (file 13). 09/21/2021 Implemented
6400.181(e)(7)Assessment does not indicate whether Individual 1 has knowledge of heat sources, which includes ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources exceeding 120 degrees F.The assessment must include the following information: The individual's knowledge of the danger of heat sources and ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources which exceed 120° F and are not insulated. The COO audited the individuals assessment on 9/21/21 and trained the Program Specialist on updating the Heat Source section to include the individuals ability to move away quickly from heat sources that exceed 120 degrees and are not insulated on 9/21/21. The Program Specialist updated this section on 9/23/2021 (file 15). 09/23/2021 Implemented
6400.62(b)Poisons unlocked under kitchen sink. Assessment for Individual 1 states "all poisonous materials are kept locked and secured at this home".Poisonous materials may be kept unlocked if all individuals living in the home are able to safely use or avoid poisonous materials. Documentation of each individual's ability to safely use or avoid poisonous materials shall be in each individual's assessment.The Program Specialist updated the individuals Assessment on 7/28/21 to reflect that the individual does not require poisonous materials to be locked up (file 16). 07/28/2021 Implemented
SIN-00170043 Renewal 01/30/2020 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.21(a)Staff #1 was hired on 6/10/19, but her Pennsylvania Criminal history check was not completed until 6/25/19.An application for a Pennsylvania criminal history record check shall be submitted to the State Police for prospective employees of the home who will have direct contact with individuals, including part-time and temporary staff persons who will have direct contact with individuals, within 5 working days after the person's date of hire.A hiring & credentialing policy was created and implemented into the agencies QMP. The compliance manager is the overseer of the QMP, the hiring & credentialing policy, and all hiring/credentialing processes. 03/09/2020 Implemented
6400.112(e)Sleep drills were not held every 6 months. A sleep drill was held on March 16, 2019 and December 2, 2019.A fire drill shall be held during sleeping hours at least every 6 months. A new fire drill form was created and used for March 2020 asleep fire drill. This fire drill form requires the Compliance Manager's review/signature to ensure compliance. The fire drill form includes a policy brief about sleep drill requirements as well as a section for sleep drill documentation. The new form also reflects the date, time, the amount it took for evacuation, the exit route used, problems encountered, and if the fire alarm or smoke detector was operative. 03/10/2020 Implemented
SIN-00148047 Renewal 12/06/2018 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)There were various poisons unlocked throughout the house including Listerine, Shampoos, Shaving creams and hand wash.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. The poisons were locked up during the inspection. All poisons will be stored in a locked room when not in use. House Manager will oversee that this happens. CEO will inspect weekly. 01/25/2019 Implemented
6400.68(b)The water temperature in the bathroom was tested and found to be 128.6°F. Hot water temperatures in bathtubs and showers may not exceed 120°F. 6400.68 Water temperature at water heater was turned down to 115 degrees. Insulation was installed to cover the water heater in order to better control a constant temperature. 02/01/2019 Implemented
6400.77(b)The first aid kit did not contain a thermometer. A first aid kit shall contain antiseptic, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, a thermometer, tweezers, tape, scissors and syrup of Ipecac, if an individual 4 years of age or younger, or an individual likely to ingest poisons, is served. 6400.112 The house manager purchased a thermometer and placed in the first aid kit. He will be responsible for checking the first aid kit and adding needed supplies. 01/01/2019 Implemented
6400.112(h)The fire drill records did not have documentation of the designated meeting place. Individuals shall evacuate to a designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area during each fire drill.6400.113 New fire drill forms have been created that reflect a space for designated meeting place. 01/25/2019 Implemented
6400.113(a)Individual #1's record did not have documentation of fire safety training. An individual, including an individual 17 years of age or younger, shall be instructed in the individual's primary language or mode of communication, upon initial admission and reinstructed annually in general fire safety, evacuation procedures, responsibilities during fire drills, the designated meeting place outside the building or within the fire safe area in the event of an actual fire and smoking safety procedures if individuals smoke at the home. The house manager, who is a fire safety expert, will conduct a training with the two residents and all staff. He will have a signed document along with what was trained on filed at the house. 02/08/2019 Implemented
6400.164(b)Individual #1's medication Benzoyl Peroxide 10% wash was on the MAR but no time for administration was listed and no signatures by staff were documented. The information specified in subsection (a) shall be logged immediately after each individual's dose of medication. The medication administration person will initial and date the MAR each time medication is administered. The house manager will check that this is done on a weekly basis. 01/19/2019 Implemented
6400.181(a)Individual #1's admission date was 10/1/18, and there was no documentation of an intial assessment being completed within 60 calendar days, which would have been 12/1/18. Each individual shall have an initial assessment within 1 year prior to or 60 calendar days after admission to the residential home and an updated assessment annually thereafter. The initial assessment must include an assessment of adaptive behavior and level of skills completed within 6 months prior to admission to the residential home. 6400.181 The Emmaus Home Program Specialist will complete the assessment within two months of move in. Thereafter, on the anniversary of move in date. The CEO will check with the Program Specialist that this is completed. This assessment will include adaptive behavior and level of skills. These will be signed by the Program Specialist and filed in each resident's permanent binder. 02/18/2019 Implemented
SIN-00209077 Renewal 07/19/2022 Compliant - Finalized