SOUTH SHORE HOSPITAL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISIONS AT MULTIPLE HAND WASHING STATIONS TRHOUGHOUT THE FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES TO ASSURE PROPER HAND WASHING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED PAKAGED DESSERTS DISPLAYED FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE AND NOT LABELED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROPERLY LABEL ALL PAKAGED ITEMS WITH BUSINESS NAME, INGREDIENTS, ALLERGENS, ETC

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 APPROX 15 MOUSE DROPPINGS LOCATED ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE DOUBLE DOOR UNIT IN THE FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA. ANOTHER 10 DROPPINGS UNDER THE CABINET AT THE SAME LOCATION, ALSO NOTED ANOTHER 10 DROPPINGS LOCATED ON THE FLOOR OF THE ELECTRICAL ROOM IN THE SEATING AREA OF THE FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS, CONTACT PEST CONTROL AND HAVE A SERVICE WITH PROOF OF SERVICE REPORT BEFORE THE RETURN DATE OF REINSPECTION. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED COOKING EQUIPMENT SUCH AS STOVES, STEAMERS, OVENS WITH A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD SPLATTER ON THE SIDES AND IN BETWEEN THE UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AS NEEDED TO PREVENT POSSIBLITY OF PEST AND OR INSECT ISSUES.

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: OBSERVED THE LOWER GASKET SEAL DOOR PORTION OF THE WALK IN COOLER NUMBER THREE IN NEED OF REPAIR. ALSO OBSERVED THE LOWER PORTION JUST UNDER THE DOOR HANDLE TO THE WALK IN COOLER NUMBER FOUR IN NEED OF REPAIR, BROKEN AND INSIDE EXPOSED WITH SHARP EDGES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BOTH IN GOOD WORKING CONDITIONS.

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.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISHMACHINE FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE GAUGE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF MAKING SURE OF PROPER FINAL RINSE TEMPERATURE WHILE SANITIZING FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.

Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.

3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE INSIDE OF THE WALK IN COOLING UNITS WITH A HEAVY BUILD UP OF DIRT, SPILLAGE AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS NEEDED.

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: OBSERVED A SMALL HOLE IN THE LOWER PART OF THE FAUCET HEAD OF THE HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED TO THE RIGHT OF THE THREE DOOR UPRIGHT FREEZER SPRAYING WATER WHEN TURNED ON. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

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: OBSERVED A BUILD UP OF DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS IN THE CORNERS, UNDER COOKING AND NONCOOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT AND OR PEST HARBORAGE.

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: OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING SURFACES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES IN FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED DAMAGED CEILING SURFACES IN DISH WASHING AREA AND DAMAGED WALL SURFACES IN FOOD SERVICE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.