Ftag of the Week – F689 Free of Accident Hazards/Supervision/Devices (Pt. 6)

Elopement remains one of the most high‑risk and high‑stakes events cited under F689 — and too often, the root cause isn’t a complex system failure but a simple breakdown in basic protocols. From alarms being silenced without investigation to residents slipping out behind visitors or staff, these events highlight why strong elopement‑prevention systems and well‑trained staff are non‑negotiable. This week, CMSCG examines real‑world Immediate Jeopardy situations and the patterns that make elopements both predictable and preventable.