FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CLARK MANOR CONVALESCENT CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
CLARK MANOR CONVALESCENT CENTER
(AKA: CLARK MANOR NURSING HOME)
7433 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO 60626
Long Term Care
October 17, 2011
License
License #2120969
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This long term care was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 17, 2011. The inspection type was "License" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REMOVE HOME STYLE DISH MACHINE ON FIRST FLOOR DINING SERVING AREA NOT IN USE FROM FACILITY. REPAIR WORN OUT TOILET SEAT IN RESTROOM ADJCENT TO N.E ELEVATOR ON 1STFL.,AND WORN OUT COUNTER TOP IN NURSING STATION REAR ROOM ON FIRST FL.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST CLEAN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENTS AND UTENSILS AT DIFFERENT LOCATIONS OF FACILITY :COOLERS IN THERAPY ROOM & AT NURSING STATIONS ON 1STFL,MICROWAVE OVENS,HAND WASH SINK,AND COUNTERS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS DRY IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS : DISH MACHINE ROOM,LUNDRY ROOM,ELEVATOR ROOM,AND CAPERT ON 1STFL DINING AREA AT FRONT OF TV SET, AND FLOORS IN THERAPY ROOM. REPAIR PAINT ON FLOORS IN ELEVATOR ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR DAMAGE WALLS IN ELEVATOR ROOM,PAINT PEELING ON WAALS INCERTAIN AREAS OF FACILITY ON DIFFERENT FLOORS,AND PAINT PEELING ON DOOR POSTS ON 1ST FLOOR.ALSO MUST REPAIR DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN TOILETS AND DINING AREAS ON 1ST FL. THRU 5TH FL AND BASEMENT.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST REPAIR BOOSTER IN DISH MACHINE ROOM LEAKING WATER ON FLOOR, REPAIR SLOW DRAINING AND FAUCETS ON EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK IN THE THERAPY ROOM AND IN KITCHEN,AND LOOSE FAUCET BASE IN DISH MACHINE ROOM, FLOOR DRAINS IN LUNDRY ROOM TO DRAIN PROPERLY.ALSO RELOCATE EXITING EXPOSE HAND WASH SINK IN KITCHEN WHICH IS TOO FAR FROM PREP AREA, TO BE CLOSE TO FOOD PREP AREA, OR PROVIDE ADDITIONAL ONE CLOSE TO FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSDE ALL COOLERS THROUGHOUT, INCLUDING EMPLOYEE COOLER.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER INSDE ALL COOLERS THROUGHOUT, INCLUDING EMPLOYEE COOLER.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
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