PASS W/ CONDITIONS
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FARGO HEALTH CARE CENTER Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
April 16, 2024
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License #2882269
8
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: WE OBSERVED NO CHLORINE DETECTED AT THE FINAL RINSE OF THE LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE,0PPM TO 10PPM,EVEN AFTER THREE TO FOUR TIMES ATTEMPS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN THE MACHINE WITH A FINAL RINSE OF 100PPM CHLORINE. USE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK: WASH,RINSE AND SANITIZE. TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION" DO NOT USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025.CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE COMPARTMENTS NOT CLEAN (INTERIOR TOP AND BIN). ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN UNIT.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TCS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE STORED INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER:MILK AT TEMP OF 45.6F,YOGURT AT TEMP OF 45.7F,VARIOUS KIND OF 8oz CARTOONS OF MILK AT TEMP OF 45.7F TO 50F; CHOCOLATE AND STRAWBERRY SUPPLEMENT DRINK AT TEMP O 47.8F. FRESH EGGS AT 45.6F. COLD FOOD MUST MAINTAIN TEMP OF 41F AND BELOW. FOOD DISCARDED AND DENATURED. POUDS 60,VALUE 656.MILK WAS TAGGED FOR PROPER DISPOSAL BY THE COMPANY. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: WE OBSERVED IMPROPER AIR TEMP INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER:45.7F TO 50F. TCS FOODS WERE STORED INSIDE THE SAID UNIT: MILK,EGGS ETC. AIR TEMP MUST MAINTAIN 41F AND BELOW. TAGGED UNIT "HELD FOR INSPECTION".DO NOT USE. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-005,CITATION ISSUED. ENGINEER WAS ABLE TO REPAIR ISSUE AND BY 11:00 AM WALK-IN COOLER MAINTAIN TEMP OF 40.5FAND BELOW.UNTAGGED UNIT
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE BY THE GREASE TRAP INSIDE THE LARGE CABINET IN FOOD STORAGE IS LEAKING.REPAIR ISSUE. LEAKING WATER FROM UNDER THE GARBAGE DISPOSAL UNIT ATTACHED AT LOW TEMP DISHMACHINE.MUST REMOVE ALL BROKEN DIRTY, BROKEN CAULKING,NOT EASILY CLEANABLE, ALREADY USED TO REPAIR. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. BROKEN HOT WATER HANDLE AT HANDWASHING SINK.IN THE KITCKEN; ALSO HOT WATER HANLE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK BY THE HANDWASHING SINK.REPAIR ISSUE.ADDITION WATER FLOW IS REQUIRED AT SAID FAUCET.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: FLOOR GREASE TRAP HAS ACCUMULATION OF DEBRIS AROUND CAP FROM WATER BACKED UP.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. A STRONG FOUL ODOR FROM IT.RESOLVE ISSUE.
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: EXCESS DEBRIS ON FLOOR AROUND THE ICE MACHINE,AT GRESE TRAP AREA(WASTE WATER DRIED UP)IN FOOD STORAGE AND INSIDE THE CHEMICAL ROOM BY THE COFFEE UNITS.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: EXCESS DEBRIS ON FLOOR AROUND THE ICE MACHINE,AT GRESE TRAP AREA(WASTE WATER DRIED UP)IN FOOD STORAGE AND INSIDE THE CHEMICAL ROOM BY THE COFFEE UNITS.CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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