PASS W/ CONDITIONS Risk 1 (High)

BIRCHWOOD PLAZA INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

BIRCHWOOD PLAZA INC (AKA: BIRCHWOOD PLAZA) 1426 W BIRCHWOOD AVE, CHICAGO 60626 Long Term Care
June 14, 2012 Canvass License #11505
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This long term care was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on June 14, 2012. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #4
MAJOR
SOURCE OF CROSS CONTAMINATION CONTROLLED I.E. CUTTING BOARDS, FOOD HANDLERS, UTENSILS, ETC - Comments: SOURCE OF CONTAMINATION. OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE. TAGGED UNIT"HELD FOR INSPECTION" ALSO TURNED OFF THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005(A)
These activities introduce saliva and contaminants into food areas, potentially spreading bacteria and viruses to customers.
Food employees must not eat, drink, or use tobacco in food preparation areas.
Eating, drinking, tobacco use only in designated areas; Closed beverage containers with straw allowed in some areas; Proper tasting using clean utensil each time; No personal items in food prep areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE AT WATER PIPE FOR THE COFFEE MACHINE, KITCHEN AREA.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PROVIDE BASEBOARD WALL/COVING THROUGHOUT THE DISH ROOM. RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES IN DISH ROOM AREA,WATER STANDING BETWEEN TILES.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PROVIDE BASEBOARD WALL/COVING THROUGHOUT THE DISH ROOM. RE-GROUT FLOOR TILES IN DISH ROOM AREA,WATER STANDING BETWEEN TILES.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections