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LORETTO HOSPITAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital

LORETTO HOSPITAL 645 S CENTRAL AVE, CHICAGO 60644 Hospital
September 29, 2011 Canvass License #1223576
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 30 LIVE DRAIN FLIES IN PREP AREA,DISH WASHING AREA,3- COMP SINK IN PREP AREA,DINING AREA,STAFF UNISEX TOILET ROOM,ALSO 15 RODENT DROPPINGS ON LOWER SHELF AT HAND SINK AT CAFETERIA LINE,1- ON LOWER SHELF ON 6TH FL.SERVICE AREA.GARBAGE DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES AFTER 9/29/11.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN FREEZER DOOR.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM ICE MACHINE.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN ROLLING CARTS,LOWER STORAGE CABINETS,NOZZLES AT COFFEE & SODA MACHINE,LEDGES OF STEAM TABLES,CAN OPENER,MICROWAVES,GRILL TABLE,,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,DELIME DISH MACHINE,EXTERIOR OF 3- COMP SINK BASIN,DESSERT DISPLAY UNIT FAN GUARDS,CEILING VENTS,COLD HOLDING UNIT IN DINING AREA,& 6TH FL.LOWER CABINET AT HAND SINK.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASES IN WALK IN COOLERS,PREP AREA,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP ON FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZERS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN WALK IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM WALLS & CEILINGS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,DINING AREA,6TH FL.SERVING AREA.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED TRIM ON PANEL OF WALK IN FREEZER IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN 6TH FL.SERVICE AREA.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN 6TH FL.SERVICE AREA.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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