ALDEN VILLAGE NORTH, INC. Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE IN THE WOMEN AND MEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO POST AND MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDWASHING USED BY FOOD HANDLERS.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE USE OF MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE MILK CRATES FOR ELEVATION TO PREVENT HIDING PLACES FOR PESTS. MUST PROVIDE APPROPRIATE SHELVING UNITS THAT ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FOR STORAGE. ALL FOOD ITEMS MUST ALSO BE STORED 6" AWAY FROM THE FLOOR.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A BLACK LIKE SUBSTANCE ON THE FLOOR IN THE WALK-IN COOLER UNDER THE VENTILATION SYSTEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID FLOOR.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE VENT COVER ABOVE THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID VENT ATTACHMENT, SO THAT THE SURFACE IS DUST FREE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE VENT COVER ABOVE THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE WITH DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN SAID VENT ATTACHMENT, SO THAT THE SURFACE IS DUST FREE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.