ELEVATE CARE IRVING PARK, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA NOT ACCESSIBLE DUE TO EYEWASHING STATION BLOCKING FAUCET AND NO COLD RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE EYE WASHING STATION, SO THAT THE HANDWASHING SINK IS ACCESSIBLE FOR EMPLOYEES TO WASH THEIR HANDS AND ENSURE THAT HAND WASHING SINK IS USED FOR HAND WASHING ONLY. ALSO OBSERVED NO HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISHWASHING AREA/BEVERAGE DISPENSING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER EQUIPPED WITH SOAP, AND PAPER TOWELS ACCESSIBLE TO THE DISHWASHING STATION/ BEVERAGE DISPENSING PREP AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(c). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: NOTED HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHWASHING MACHINE/ NOT IN USE "OUT OF ORDER " IN THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE MUST BE AT 180F FINAL RINSE FOR HOT WATER SANITIZING. DISH MACHINE WAS TAGGED HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED NOT TO USE AT THIS TIME AND MUST UTILIZE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK FOR WASHING , RINSING, AND SANITIZING,KITCHEN EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS. (SEE COMMENTS BELOW). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025,NO CITATION ISSUED. (COS).

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED REAR DOOR LEADING TO THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AREA NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AS REQUIRED. MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR BY SEALING GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEMS INSIDE FREEZER STORED INSIDE PLASTIC GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED TO PROPERLY STORE ALL FOOD ITEMS INSIDE APPROVED FOOD GRADE CONTAINERS

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MEN AND WOMENS TOILET ROOM DOORS NOT SELF CLOSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR DOORS SO THAT THEY ARE SELF CLOSING.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN WOMENS TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR WOMESN TOILET ROOM.

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: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED OVER FLOWING TRASH AND MISSING LID.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER AND PROVIDE MISSING LID TO DUMPSTER TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(b), CITATION ISSUED.

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: OBSERVED BROKEN WALL TILES ALONG FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED BROKEN WALL TILES ALONG FLOOR UNDERNEATH THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.