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ARBOUR HEALTH CARE CENTER LTD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ARBOUR HEALTH CARE CENTER LTD 1512 W FARGO AVE, CHICAGO 60626 Long Term Care
February 19, 2015 Canvass License #2204311
11
Total Violations
5
Critical
1
Major
5
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: FOUND COOKED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE.PUREED AND MECHANICAL SOFT FOOD WAS STORED INSIDE A OFF OVEN:PUREED CHICKEN AT TEMP OF 65.1F; PUREED MASHED POTATOES AT TEMP OF 71.2F; PUREED COOKED VEGETABLE AT TEMP OF 64.7F AND MECHANICAL SOFT(DICED FOOD)CHICKEN AND VEGETABLE AT TEMP OF 65.2F.HOT FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 140F AND ABOVE,COLD FOOD 40F AND BELOW.FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED.POUNDS 14,VALUE 15 CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: WE(MANAGER AND MY SELF)OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS INDIFFERENT LOCATIONS OF PREMISES:FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR DINING ROOMS.FIRST FLOOR MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED BEHIND AND SIDE OF POP VENDING MACHINE,AND BEHIND THE FISH TANK(OVER 15 DROPPINGS).SECOND FLOOR DINING AREA,DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED INSIDE THE CABINET, BEHIND THE CABINET ALONG THE BASEBOARD WALL,(OVER 30 DROPPINGS);THIRD FLOOR MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED BEHIND VENDING MACHINE AND CABINETS,(OVER 20 DROPPINGS).MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED UNDER TRAY LINE,UNDER ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN,UNDER THE COFFEE STATION AND INSIDE THE CHEMICAL ROOM,OVER 20 DROPPINGS.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS.NOT AN INFESTATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO VALID CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON PREMISES NOR A CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER ON PREMISES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD(CHICKEN,LUNCH MEAT,VEGETABLE,PORK ETC.) ARE PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED.AT LEAST ONE PERSON ON DUTY IS CERTIFIED DURING ALL TIMES POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED.INSTRUCTED TO ENROLL TO SANITATION CLASS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-012(a)
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 2-7-13,REPORT #1106396 #38-OBSERVED BROKEN MECHANICAL DRAIN STOPPERS FOR THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. #33-MINERAL BUILD-UP INSIDE THE THE ICE MACHINE AND JUICE POP GUN,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. #32-REPLACE MISSING GASKET FROM ICE BIN OF ICE MACHINE. TODAY(2-19-15)OBSERVED THE SAME VIOLATIONS,JUICE POP GUN EXTREMELY WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK,RED,YELLOWISH SLIME.RUBBER GASKET NOT PROVIDED AT ICE MACHINE,ADDITIONAL RUBBER GASKET BROKEN. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY METAL SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL.ICE BUILD-UP AT PIPE OF CONDENSER UNIT ALSO BROKEN WRAPS AROUND SAID PIPE. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR IN DISH ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO KEEP AREA DRY.FLOOR GREASE TRAP LID WITH GREASE,ALSO FLOOR AROUND THE GREASE TRAP DIRTY WITH GRIMES/GREASE,FOUL ODOR FROM FLOOR GREASE CONTAINER INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOOR,FLOOR LID AND KEEP UNIT CLEAN.FLOOR GREASE TRAP IS LOCATED INSIDE A CABINET AT FOOD STORAGE AREA.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DEBRIS ON WALLS UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND INSIDE THE STORAGE AROUND THE FLOOR GREASE TRAP.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.HOLE ON WALL UNDER WATER PIPE UNDER THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK. UNSEALED BASEBOARD /COVING BEHIND THE UPRIGHT CABINET AT SOUTH WALL BY THE DOOR AT FIRST FLOOR DINING ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO RESEAL.MISSING BASEBOARD/COVING UNDER THE COFFEE TABLE,AND BETWEEN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. A LARGE OPENING WITH STANDING WATER BETWEEN FLOOR TILES IN FRONT OF DISH MACHINE,INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/GROUT.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: TWO BURNED LIGHT BULBS ABOVE THE TRAY LINE IN THE KITCHEN,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKING HOSE UNDER THE DISH MACHINE,WHICH HOSE IS WRAPPED WITH A GRAY TAPE,WATER ON FLOOR IN DISH MACHINE AREA.WATER PIPE UNDER ONE COMPARTMENT SINK IS LEAKING,AT TRAY LINE. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK MECHANICAL DRAINS NOT IN WORKING CONDITION,LEAKING WATER.FOUND RAGS USED HAS A STOPPERS AT SAID SINK.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PIPES,DO NOT USE TAPE,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON -ABSORBENT MATERIAL.
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.
Violation #70
MINOR
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS - Comments: SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACE. WE (DIETARY MANAGER AND MYSELF) OBSERVED RESIDENTS SMOKING IN DINING ROOM, AT THIRD FLOOR. ROOM WAS FULL OF SMOKING RESIDENTS. A LOT OF CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM. OBSERVED A CLOUD OF SMOKE,INSIDE THE DINING ROOM,POOR VENTILATION, EVEN THOUGH DOORS OF DINING ROOM WERE CLOSED, STRONG ODOR OF SMOKE ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SMOKING AREA OUTSIDE THE PREMISES. FIRST OFFENSE FOR 2015.FIRST OFFENSE FOR 2013,REPORT#1106396; LAST OFFENSE 1-13-12, REPORT #51341. VIOLATION OF CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE: 7-32-015.
Violation #70
MINOR
NO SMOKING REGULATIONS - Comments: SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACE. WE (DIETARY MANAGER AND MYSELF) OBSERVED RESIDENTS SMOKING IN DINING ROOM, AT THIRD FLOOR. ROOM WAS FULL OF SMOKING RESIDENTS. A LOT OF CIGARETTE BUTTS ON FLOOR THROUGHOUT THE DINING ROOM. OBSERVED A CLOUD OF SMOKE,INSIDE THE DINING ROOM,POOR VENTILATION, EVEN THOUGH DOORS OF DINING ROOM WERE CLOSED, STRONG ODOR OF SMOKE ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SMOKING AREA OUTSIDE THE PREMISES. FIRST OFFENSE FOR 2015.FIRST OFFENSE FOR 2013,REPORT#1106396; LAST OFFENSE 1-13-12, REPORT #51341. VIOLATION OF CLEAN INDOOR AIR ORDINANCE: 7-32-015.

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