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FOSTER HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
FOSTER HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC
(AKA: FOSTER HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER)
2840 W FOSTER AVE, CHICAGO 60625
Long Term Care
October 24, 2016
Canvass
License #2210898
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND EXIT DOOR RUSTED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR WITH 1/4 OF AN GAP ON THE BOTTOM OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECTS PROOFED THE DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS LID NOT RODENT PROOFED, WITH BIG GAP ON EACH RIGHT AND LEFT CORNER OF THE LID ALSO LID WIDE OPEN WITH GARBAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT LID OF THE DUMPSTER MUST BE CLOSED ALL THE TIMES AND LID MUST BE RODENT PROOFED. SURROUNDING AREAS WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE SURROUNDING AREAS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS LID NOT RODENT PROOFED, WITH BIG GAP ON EACH RIGHT AND LEFT CORNER OF THE LID ALSO LID WIDE OPEN WITH GARBAGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT LID OF THE DUMPSTER MUST BE CLOSED ALL THE TIMES AND LID MUST BE RODENT PROOFED. SURROUNDING AREAS WITH DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE SURROUNDING AREAS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
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