Inspection IDReason for InspectionInspection DateInspection Status 
SIN-00236918 Renewal 01/04/2024 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.181(e)(7)The assessment for individual #3 does not include information regarding the individual's ability to move away quickly from heat sources which exceed 120° 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. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.181(e)(7) - 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. Biacons Program Specialist will ensure that all assessments includes the consumers knowledge of danger of heat sources and the ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources exceeding 120-degree F and are not insulated. Biacons Program Specialist has reviewed and updated all consumer records to indicate the consumers ability to move quickly from heat sources exceeding 120 degrees F. See (Attachment S) 01/07/2024 Implemented
6400.181(e)(14)The assessment for individual #3 does not include information regarding the individual's ability to swim.The assessment must include the following information:The individual's progress over the last 365 calendar days and current level in the following areas: The individual's knowledge of water safety and ability to swim. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.181(e)(7) - 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. Biacons Program Specialist will ensure that all assessments includes the consumers knowledge of danger of heat sources and the ability to sense and move away quickly from heat sources exceeding 120-degree F and are not insulated. Biacons Program Specialist has reviewed and updated all consumer records to indicate the consumers ability to move quickly from heat sources exceeding 120 degrees F. See (Attachment Y) 01/07/2024 Implemented
SIN-00220634 Unannounced Monitoring 03/03/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)Antibacterial hand soap was found out on the sink in the basement bathroom. This is not a poison safe house.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. 55 PA CODE CHAPTER 6400.62(a)-Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. Weekly rounding by biacons supervisors to ensure all poisonous substances are locked will ensure compliance. Antibacterial soap was removed and replaced with soft soap. see attachment E. 04/10/2023 Implemented
6400.67(a)Closets in the living room and bedrooms were broken, loose from their tracks and unable to be open or closed. During the inspection, the closet doors were repaired.Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. 55 PA CODE CHAPTER 6400.67(a)-Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. Biacons maintenance staff will make sure all closet doors are in good repair during their monthly rounds. 04/03/2023 Implemented
6400.216(a)Individual records were found in an unlocked cabinet beneath the TV in the living room. After the inspection, the agency provided a photo showing a lock had been added to the cabinet. An individual's records shall be kept locked when unattended. 55 PA CODE CHAPTER 6400.216(a) - An individual's records shall be kept locked when unattended. Biacons staff will lock all individual records immediately after use. See attachment I 04/10/2023 Implemented
SIN-00224712 Renewal 01/11/2023 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.62(a)Commercial wipes Super Sani wipes (this item is considered a poison. First Aide instructions indicate to contact poison control if ingested) were left in an unlocked cabinet.Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.62(a)- Poisonous materials shall be kept locked or made inaccessible to individuals. Biacons supervisors will perform weekly rounding at each sit to ensure all poisonous materials are locked and secured. See attachment I 01/16/2023 Implemented
6400.64(a)Sofa and chair in living room had dirt spots and spots consistent with spilled juice or other liquids.Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.64(a) - Clean and sanitary conditions shall be maintained in the home. Biacons supervisors will round weekly at all sites to ensure clean and sanitary conditions are maintained. See attachment J&I 01/16/2023 Implemented
SIN-00202091 Renewal 01/05/2022 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.77(b)There was aspirin in the first aid kit. 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. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.77(b)-There was aspirin in the first aid kit. The aspirin was removed immediately from the first aid kit during the inspection. 01/06/2022 Implemented
6400.142(c)On the dental appointment form dated 9/13/21 for Individual #2, there is no indication of what procedures were completed.A written record of the dental examination, including the date of the examination, the dentist's name, procedures completed and follow-up treatment recommended, shall be kept. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.142(c) - On the dental appointment form dated 9/13/21 for Individual #2, there is no indication of what procedures were completed. The dental record was updated by the physician to indicate what procedure was completed during the dental exam (see attachment D) 01/31/2022 Implemented
6400.165(g)The psychotropic medication reviews for Individual #2 do not contain documentation of the reason for prescribing the medication or the need to continue the medication.If a medication is prescribed to treat symptoms of a psychiatric illness, there shall be a review by a licensed physician at least every 3 months that includes to document the reason for prescribing the medication, the need to continue the medication and the necessary dosage.55 PA Code Chapter 6400.165(g)-The psychotropic medication reviews for Individual #2 do not contain documentation of the reason for prescribing the medication or the need to continue the medication. The psych review was updated by the physician to indicate "no medication change and to continue with the current regime" (see attachment B) 01/31/2022 Implemented
SIN-00181560 Renewal 01/06/2021 Compliant - Finalized
RegulationLIS Non-Compliance AreaCorrection RequiredPlans of CorrectionCorrection DatePOC Status
6400.66The light in the pull down attic was missing or damaged and did not function at the time of physical site inspection. As result, there was insufficient lighting in the attic.Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.66- Rooms, hallways, interior stairways, outside steps, outside doorways, porches, ramps and fire escapes shall be lighted to assure safety and to avoid accidents. Biacons Maintenance staff installed a light in the attic to ensure there is sufficient lighting in the attic. see attachment G 01/10/2021 Implemented
6400.67(a)The top left drawer and top right drawer on individual #1 dresser in her bedroom were missingFloors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.67(a) - Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces shall be in good repair Biacon's Supervisor will check each individuals bedroom furniture to ensure they are in good repair during their weekly rounds. Individual #1's drawer knobs were replaced by maintenance staff - (see Attachment D) 01/09/2021 Implemented
6400.82(f)The lower level bathroom did not have a mirror during inspection .Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. 55 PA Code Chapter 6400.82(f) - Each bathroom and toilet area that is used shall have a sink, wall mirror, soap, toilet paper, individual clean paper or cloth towels and trash receptacle. Biacon's supervisor will check each site to ensure all bathrooms have a mirror during their weekly rounds. A bathroom mirror was purchased and installed in the lower level bathroom by Biacon's maintenance staff - (see Attachment E) 01/10/2021 Implemented