APERION CARE WEST RIDGE, LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: A SIGN OR POSTER THAT NOTIFIED FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS IS NOT PROVIDED AT EMPLOYEE RESTROOM HAND SINKS. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE A CLEARLY VISIBLE HANDWASHING SIGN AT EACH HAND SINK.

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-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: CAN OPENER BLADE NOT CLEAN TO SIGHT AND TOUCH? THE FACILITY MUST WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: ROACHES WERE OBSERVED DEAD UNDER THE MICROWAVE. THE PREMISES SHALL BE MAINTAINED FREE OF INSECTS, RODENTS, AND OTHER PESTS. ELIMINATE DEAD ROACHES USING PROPER PEST CONTROL PROCESSES AS NEEDED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: BOXES OF FOOD STORED ON WALK-IN COOLER FLOOR. THE FACILITY MUST ENSURE PRODUCTS ARE AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS A MEANS OF STORAGE OR ELEVATION IN WALK-IN COOLER. FACILITY MUST REMOVE FROM USE AND REPLACE WITH EQUIPMENT THAT IS DURABLE AND EASILY CLEANABLE THAT MEETS NSF/ANSI STANDARDS.--- OBSERVED RUSTED SHELVING UNDER WINDOW WITH FAN IN KITCHEN AREA, RUSTED SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER, RUSTED FAN GUARD IN WALK-IN COOLER. SURFACES ARE NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. THE FACILITY MUST REPLACE WITH A CORROSION-RESISTANT, NONABSORBENT, AND SMOOTH MATERIAL MEETING NSF/ANSI STANDARDS.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: THE WINDOW FAN GUARD AND WALK-IN COOLER FAN GUARD ARE SOILED WITH RUST DEBRIS. THE FACILITY MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE FOUND MISSING BEHIND COFFEE MACHINE IN KITCHEN AND UTILITY MOP SINK. FACILITY MUST PROVIDE.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC WRAP USED AS A MEANS OF REPAIR FOR A LEAK AT THE WATER FAUCET FOR THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. THE FACILITY MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES FOUND MISSING IN UNISEX EMPLOYEE RESTROOMS. THE FACILITY MUST PROVIDE WASTE RECEPTACLES WITH LIDS.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: GREASE/SOIL DEBRIS FOUND BEHIND STOVE UNIT.---CALCIUM/LIME BUILDUP FOUND UNDER/AROUND DISH MACHINE. THE FACILITY MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.

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 AN OPENING AROUND PIPING UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN OFFICE AREA. FACILITY MUST RE-SEAL PIPE CASING ABOVE DRY STORAGE ITEMS.

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 AN OPENING AROUND PIPING UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVING IN OFFICE AREA. FACILITY MUST RE-SEAL PIPE CASING ABOVE DRY STORAGE ITEMS.

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.