BRYN MAWR CARE, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

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,ALSO SLIME SUBSTANCE WAS OBSERVED INSIDE THE ICE NOOZLE DISPENSER AND TRAYS,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT,TURNED OFF THE UNIT,TAGGED ICE MACHINE"HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE- FAX A LETTER WHEN UNIT IS CLEANED 312-746-4240,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005(A),H000077634-11

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.

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: FOUND BOTH WASHROOMS FIRST FLOOR BY THE FRONT DESK USED BY THE STAFF AND RESIDENTS WITHOUT PAPER TOWELS,OBSERVED A MAN COMING OUT FROM MEN'S WASHROOM TRY TO DRY HANDS ON SLEEVES,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS OR HAND DRYING DEVICE IN BOTH WASHROOMS,PAPER TOWEL PROVIDED UPON MY REQUEST-CRITICAL VIOLATIONS 7-38-030. FOUND STAFF WASHROOM NOT MAINTAINED,WE OBSERVED(MANAGER AND I) ENCRUSTED FECES ON TOILET SEAT,SEAT AND TOILET HAS BEEN CLEANED UPON MY REQUEST,CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED,OBSERVED 3 OUT OF 4 GARBAGE CONTAINER OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE-LIDS NOT CLOSED AND SOME OF THE LIDS ARE IN POOR REPAIR,BROKEN,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BROKEN LIDS,KEEP LIDS CLOSED AT ALL TIMES,AND IF NEEDED TO ADD ADDITIONAL SERVICE FOR GARBAGE PICK UP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 09-25-09,REPORT #156940,#38 MISSING BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON 6 MOP SINKS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE HOSES AND PROVIDE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE; OBSERVED TODAY SOME OF THE SINKS WITH ATTACHED GREEN HOSES,WHICH IS CUT IN HALF AND ATTACHED TO FAUCET. 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE STOCK STORED UNDER THE WASTE WATER PIPE IN REAR STORAGE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REGROUT FLOOR IN KITCHEN IN FRONT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINKS,ALSO REPAIR BROKEN AND UNEVEN FLOOR INSIDE MOP CLOSET IN EACH FLOOR,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT MATERIAL

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR WALL ,REPLACE MISSING WALL TILES INSIDE MOP ON 4,5,6 FLOOR,ALSO THIRD FLOOR MOP CLOSET HAS STRONG ODOR OF SEWAGE GAS -INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD THROUGHOUT KITCHEN AND SERVING AREA

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: BOTH WASHROOM DOORS MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: BOTH WASHROOM DOORS MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DOOR DEVICE

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.