SOUTHPOINT NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Nursing home

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH GAP UNDER REAR EXIT DOOR LEADING TO OUTSIDE TRASH RECEPTICLES. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE PEST AND INSECT 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: OBSERVED ALL DRAINS IN FOOD SERVICE AREA AND DISHWASHING AREA WITH FOOD BUILDUP AND DARK SUBSTANCE BUILDUP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL DRAINS.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT FAUCET IN ONE COMPARTMENT SINK ACROSS FROM DOUBLE STACK OVEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION. OBSERVED LEAK AT FILTER ATTACHED TO ICE MACHINE.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LID ON RECEPTICLE IN WOMEN'S EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM - BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN OR PROVIDE.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WOOD DEBRIS AND WOOD PALLETS NEAR TRASH COMPACTOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AS A MEANS OF HARBORING SPACE FOR PESTS AND INSECTS.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING TILES IN BOTH MEN AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT MISSING AND DAMAGED. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL AS NEEDED 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 MISC DEBRIS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DIRT UNDER STEAM TABLE, ALSO OBSERVED DIRT, RUST, AND GRIME IN CABINET UNDER SINK IN MICROWAVE ROOM - 3RD FLOOR DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL 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: OBSERVED MISC DEBRIS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, OBSERVED A BUILDUP OF DIRT UNDER STEAM TABLE, ALSO OBSERVED DIRT, RUST, AND GRIME IN CABINET UNDER SINK IN MICROWAVE ROOM - 3RD FLOOR DINING ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL 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.