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Risk 1 (High)
HERITAGE WOODS OF CHICAGO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
March 7, 2025
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License #1272217
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE PEST ACTIVITY IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND 2ND FLOOR DINING ROOM. OBSERVED 12 LIVE SMALL FLYING INSECTS ON THE WALLS AND CEILING IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND MOP CLOSET NEXT TO THE FOOD PREP AREA. ALSO OBSERVED 2 LIVE COCKROACHES ON THE FLOOR OF THE 2ND FLOOR FOOD SERVICE STATION IN THE DINING ROOM. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY IN ALL AREAS. 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: CLEAN AND DELIME THE INTERIOR OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: REPAIR THE COLD WATER HANDLES FOR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: REPAIR THE COLD WATER HANDLES FOR THE EXPOSED HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE FOOD PREP AND DISH WASHING AREA.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection