LAKEVIEW REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-601.11(A) Inspector Comments: OBSERVED ICE NOT PROTECTED AT INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE AND ICE BIN.FRONT WHITE PANEL WITH BLACK SLIME SUBSTANCE DRIPPNG DOWN INTO ICE CUBES.ICE IS USED FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE INTERIOR OF THE ICE MACHINE THROUGHOUT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111: WE OBSERVED OVER 30 LIVE SMALL FLIES ON WALLS THROUGHOUT PREP, DISHWASHING AREAS(ESPECIALLY UNDER THE DISH MACHINE), THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK, MOP STORAGE, AND A FEW IN THE DIETARY OFFICE. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE FLIES, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS, AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11: WASTE PIPE IN DRY STORAGE FOOD MUST BE ENCASED. OBSERVED BROKEN DUCT TAPE USED TO REPAIR SAID PIPES. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE, AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

IN-USE UTENSILS: PROPERLY STORED - Comments: 3-304.12: KNIVES STORED BETWEEN BROKEN KNIFE RACK AND WALL BY THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK. REMOVE,WASH AND SANITIZE ITEMS AND RELOCATED.

Improper storage contaminates utensils between uses.

In-use utensils must be properly stored between uses.

Store in food with handle out; On clean surface; In running water; In water at 135°F or above.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19: BROKEN KNIFE RACKS BY THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.RUSTY WITH HOLES METAL SHEET UNDER THE DISHMACHINE,NOT EASILY CLEANABLE.REPLACE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL. MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION FOR STORED ITEMS,PROVIDE RAISED SHELVES.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-204.18: CONDENSER UNIT INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER PIPE IS LEAKING AND BUILD-UP ICE ON UNIT.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-201.11: BROKEN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE MILK CHEST COOLER ACCROSS DIETARY OFFICE. REPAIR/REPLACE

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17: PROVIDE COVER FOR THE RECEPTACLES INSIDE THE WOMEN'S WASHROOM

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 6-202.14: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE PROVIDED AT DOOR AT WOMEN'S WASHROOM.MUST PROVIDE

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.12: DEBRIS AND EMPTY CONTAINERS,DIRTY MASKS,AND ETC. AT OUTSIDE GROUND BY THE REAR EXIT DOOR.REMOVE ITEMS AND CLEAN AREA TO MINIMIZE INSECTS AND RODENT ACTIVITIES.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.12: KEEP FLOOR DRY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHROOM(UNDER COMPARTMENT BY THE HIGH TEMP DISHMACHINE)

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.12: KEEP FLOOR DRY UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISHROOM(UNDER COMPARTMENT BY THE HIGH TEMP DISHMACHINE)

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.