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Risk 1 (High)
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
June 20, 2023
Canvass
License #2210898
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 50 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT FACILITY INCLUDING: IN DRY STORAGE ROOM ON SHELVING AND IN CORNERS, ON WINDOW SEAL ABOVE PREP SINK, AND ON SHELVING AROUND DISH MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PEST CONTROL SERVICE RECOMMENDED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RACKS WITH RUST BUILD UP INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RACKS. OBSERVED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE FREEZER CHESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DEFROST
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED RACKS WITH RUST BUILD UP INSIDE WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAINT OR REPLACE RACKS. OBSERVED HEAVY ICE BUILD UP INSIDE FREEZER CHESTS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DEFROST
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection