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MADO HEALTHCARE-DOUGLAS PARK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

MADO HEALTHCARE-DOUGLAS PARK 1550 S ALBANY AVE, CHICAGO 60623 Long Term Care
March 30, 2018 Canvass License #2204191
11
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #6
CRITICAL
HANDS WASHED AND CLEANED, GOOD HYGIENIC PRACTICES; NO BARE HAND CONTACT WITH READY-TO-EAT FOODS. - Comments: OBSERVED POOR HYGIENIC PRACTICIES BY DISH WASHER.OBSERVED DISH WASHER PUT DIRTY DISHES INTO DISH RACK AND PUT THROUGH DISH MACHINE AND REMOVED CLEANED DISHES FROM DISH RACK WITHOUT WASHING HANDS.MUST WASH HANDS AFTER EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION.(CRITICAL 7-38-010A)
Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.
Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.
Violation #12
CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STAFF NOT ACCESSIBLE.OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING DEVICES AT HAND SINK IN FOOD PREP AREA.MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS AT HAND SINK DURING INSPECTION.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON INTERIOR LEG LEDGES OF DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELF,ON PIPES AND WALL OUTLET BOX BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT,INSIDE OF OVEN,ON FLOOR UNDER DISH MACHINE SCRAPE SINK.ALSO,APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOORS COURTYARD ,SOUTH FRONT,BOTH HALLWAY DOORS TO IOP,BOTH HALLWAY LAUNDRY DOORS.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/30/18.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
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: OBSERVED THE REACH IN REFRIGERATOR DOOR HINGE AND GASKET NOT IN GOOD REPAIR, WALK IN COOLER DOOR GASKET NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. OBSERVED LOOSE HANDLES ON LOWER CABINETS OF STEAM TABLE. OBSERVED NO SPLASH GUARD ON HANDSINK NEXT TO BEVERAGE SERVING LINE.
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: OBSERVED EXCESS DEBRIS ON: PREP TABLES, OVENS, MICROWAVE, DISHRACKS, DISHRACK CART, INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE, COUNTER TOPS ON BEVERAGE STATION, INTERIOR OF STEAM TABLE CABINETS, BEHIND DISH MACHINE, ON WINDOW SILS IN DINIING AREA AND ALL WINDOW EXHAUST FANS, ON THE MEAT SLICER, ON ALL ROLLING CARTS, IN THE WALK IN COOLER (FAN GUARD COVERS, COMPRESSOR UNIT, AND SHELVING UNITS).
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: OBSERVED EXCESS FOOD DEBRIS ON FLOORS THROUGHOUT PREP, STORAGE, DINING, AND DISH WASHING AREAS. MUST REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALK IN COOLER FLOOR. OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER DISH SCRAPE SINK OF DISH MACHINE IN POOR REPAIR. MUST MAKE FLOORS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
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: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON THE WALLS IN THE PREP AND DISHWASHING AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEBRIS, CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING WINDOW FRAME IN DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING WINDOW FRAME.
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: OBSERVED DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE SERVING LINE. OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHT AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE BULBS AND REPAIR LIGHT SHIELD.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED NO DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM TO BE SERVED TO RESIDENTS. MUST PROVIDE RUNNING WATER DIPPING WELL FOR BULK ICE CREAM.OBSERVED NO HAND SINK IN DISH AREA. MUST INSTALL HANDSINK WITH HOT AND COLD WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE .
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Observed no thermometer in small fridge in prep area. All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated items.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: Observed no thermometer in small fridge in prep area. All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated items.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

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