FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
GRASMERE PLACE LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
October 4, 2019
Canvass
License #2204335
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON INTAKE WATER LINE OF COFFEE MACHINE. MUST INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED BACK UP FROM FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK INTO MIDDLE COMPARTMENT FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED. BACKUP CONSISTED OF WASTEWATER WITH FOOD PARTICLES. MUST ELIMIATE BACK UP AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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: OBSERVED FOAM SEALANT USED TO SEAL FLOOR WALL JUNCTURE IN KITCHEN TO THE RIGHT OF STOVE. OBSERVED STEEL WOOL USED TO CLOSE HOLE BEHIND STOVE. AREA IS UNCLEAN AND NOT SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST REMOVE FOAM SEALANT AND STEEL WOOL AND CLOSE AND SEAL WALL SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 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: OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER STOVES AND PREP TABLES WITH AN ACCUMUALTION OF GREASE. MOVE ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT AND CLEAN FLOORS IN DETAIL. MAINTAIN FLOORS IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS.
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: OBSERVED CEILING VENT ABOVE TOASTER AND PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN WITH DUST ACCUMULATION. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENT.
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: OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS BEING USED AS SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST OBTAIN ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS 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: OBSERVED PLASTIC BAGS BEING USED AS SINK STOPPERS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST OBTAIN ADEQUATE SINK STOPPERS 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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