SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)(CITATION ISSUED)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD SUCH AS 1/2 GALLON COOKED TOMATO SOUP 110.3F.3.5LBS. COOKED FISH 101.5F-117.0F,3 OZ. CUBED STEAK 119.1F.INSIDE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING FOODS AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.APPX.8LBS. $54.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF TCS FOOD SUCH AS 2LBS. SLICED HAM 46.8F. 4LBS. SLICED TURKEY 48.7F-50.7F.6LBS. SLICED CORNED BEEF -47.7F. 2LBS. SLICED ROAST BEEF-54.1F INSIDE OF WALK IN COOLER.MUST HAVE COLD HOLDING FOODS AT 41.0F OR BELOW. APPX. 14LBS.$.46.(COS)(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CONSOLIDATED VIOLATION)

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 109.9F WITH TCS FOODS STORED INSIDE FOR SERVICE. A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED EMAIL LETTER TO CDPHFOOD@CITYOFCHICAGO.ORG WHEN READY. MUST HAVE HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 135.0F OR ABOVE.(PRIORITY 7-38-005)(CITATION ISSUED)(COS)

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR TABLE TOP COOLER ON TRAY LINE.

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 30 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON LOWER SHELF OF STORED DISH CABINET.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/3/23.(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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REMOVE FOIL LINED ON LOWER SHELVING UNITS OF TABLES AND COUNTERS.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PRODUCE WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON JUICE & 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,EXTERIOR DOOR PANEL ON HOLDING WALK IN COOLER.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST,GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALK IN COOLER -FANGUARD COVERS, SHELVING UNITS,COMPRESSOR UNITS, LOWER LEDGE OF TRAY LINE,FRYER CABINETS,USED AND UNUSED STOVES,WHEEL BASES,ROLLING CARTS,COLD & HOT HOLDING CABINETS,DISH CARTS,DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.CHIPPING SURFACES ON HOT AND COLD HOLDING LINE SHELVING UNITS.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY LINE UNDERNEATH DISH MACHINE,CRACKED SINK BASIN IN WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP ,FOOD SPLATTER AND DUST BUILD UP FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS IN WALK IN COOLERS,PREP AND DISH WASHING AREAS.

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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES , DAMAGED FLOOR TILES AND LOOSE WALL BASES,MISSING WALL TILES ON SERVING LINE,DINING AREA,FOOD PREP AREAS.MUST GROUT FLOOR NEAR ICE MACHINE.

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: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP,SPILLS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP /DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS,CHEMICAL & DRY FOOD STORAGE AREAS.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER .

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: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP,SPILLS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP /DISH WASHING AREAS,WALK IN COOLERS,CHEMICAL & DRY FOOD STORAGE AREAS.MUST REMOVE ICE BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN FREEZER .

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.