CALIFORNIA TERRACE SNF LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 5 LIVE LARGE FLIES, ABOUT 10 LIVE SMALL FLIES, AND ABOUT 5 LIVE COCKROACHES FLYING AROUND AND CRAWLING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA/DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE LIVE INSECT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112 OBSERVED DEAD COCKROACHES ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AND AROUND THE FLOOR BY THE COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED HOT WATER PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE INCREASED AT THE RIGHT FAUCET LOCATED AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE GARBAGE ON THE GROUND AROUND THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS (OLD FURNITURE, CRATES ETC). INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE GARBAGE AND MAINTAIN THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(B).

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDER THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.

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: 6-501.12 OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOOR IN THE FOOD PREP AREA BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNITS AND UNDER THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS.

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.