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SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital

SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL 8012 S CRANDON AVE, CHICAGO 60617 Hospital
April 11, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection License #1045381
10
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
7
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #37
MAJOR
FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: Violation Codes: 3-302.12 Inspector 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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.

Health Department Information

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