FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BIRCHWOOD PLAZA INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
February 24, 2020
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License #2204244
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NOTED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT REAR PREP/DISH ROOM. INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK AT MENTIONED AREA,WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER,ALSO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS . PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: NOTED SERVING BOWLS ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Violation #43
MINOR
Violation Details
IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: NOTED SERVING BOWLS ON SHELVES AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA NOT PROPERLY STORED. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL SERVING PLATES AT THE DINNING TABLES TO PREVENT DUST ACCUMULATION.
Why This Matters
Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.
Food Code Requirement
In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.
Specific Requirements
Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-304.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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