CLARK MANOR CONVALESCENT CENTER 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 ICE MACHINE WATER RESERVOIR WITH A BUILD-UP OF BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPING INTO WATER WHERE ICE IS MADE. TURNED OFF ICE MACHINE. TAGGED UNIT" HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE ICE. NEED TO BUY ICE FROM A LICENSED ESTABLISHMENT AND KEEP RECEIPT ON PREMISES.NEED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE UNIT,INCLUDED THE WATER DISPENSER BAR AND INTERIOR SCREWS. 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.

SANITIZING RINSE FOR EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS: CLEAN, PROPER TEMPERATURE, CONCENTRATION, EXPOSURE TIME - Comments: NO SANITIZING SOLUTION USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING AND RINSING PARTS OF MEAT SLICER AND STORED IT ON TOP THE DRAIN BOARD FOR AIR DRY,AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. NO SANITIZING SOLUTION USED AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED TO SET UP THREE COMPARTMENT SINK:WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND EMPLOYEE'S WASHROOMS NOT MAINTAINED NO SOAP PROVIDED. SOAP DISPENSERS ARE EMPTY, OBSERVED STAFF NOT WASHING HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PUMP SOAP OR TO FIND OTHER ALTERNATIVES. SOAP PROVIDED BY THE CERTIFIED MANAGER. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT DROPPINGS IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS OF PREMISES.KITCHEN:DISH ROOM ON METAL SHELVES WERE CLEAN LIDS ARE STORED, ON FLOOR BEHIND THE DOOR,UNDER THE DISH MACHINE AND ON TOP THE GREASE CONTAINER.ALSO AT SE AREA OBSERVED LIVE ROACHES BEHIND THE DOOR AND STROLLING ON NORTH WALL UNDER THE DISH MACHINE.ALSO WE OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS INSIDE THE UN-USED STOVE, ON TOP THE POT LIDS STORED IN STORAGE AREA,ALSO ON TOP METAL SHELVE AND INSIDE THE METAL FOOD CART.IN KITCHEN MICE DROPPINGS WERE OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE FLOOR,ALONG THE WALLS/ BASEBOARD AND CORNERS. STAFF DINING ROOM THROUGHOUT THE ROOM SPECIALLY UNDER THE WALL RADIATORS AND BEHIND THE POP MACHINE. FIRST FLOOR RESIDENT DINING ROOM , OBSERVED RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR, ON TOP THE SCREEN DOOR, FLOOR PANEL. ALSO INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL EVIDENCE OF RODENT AND ROACHES. NEED TO SEAL ALL CRACKERS AND CREVICES THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN.NEED TO REPLACE MISSING CEILING THROUHGOUT THE PREMISES. NEED TO REMOVE ALL RUSTY WIRE BASKET AROUND THE GREASE TRAP AND DETAIL CLEAN THE AREA, DEBRIS. APPROX 70 OR MORE DROPPINGS. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED KNIFE STORED ON TOP COUNTER IN THE KITCHEN, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A KNIFE RACK.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN THE SURFACE OF UNDER THE LINE OF DISH MACHINE,REMOVE FOOD DEBRIS. CLEAN INSIDE THE FOOD CART.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPLACE MISSING WALL TILE AT WOMEN'S WASHROOM BEHIND THE TOILET AT FIRST STALL,BASEMENT BY THE STAFF DINING ROOM. RE SEAL/ REPAIR WALL INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE CLOSET

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: NEED TO CLEAN INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD IN KITCHEN AND STAFF DINING 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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE UNTHREAD FAUCETS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN, SOUTH WALL.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE UNTHREAD FAUCETS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN. REPAIR LOOSE FAUCET AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN, SOUTH WALL.

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.