FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ST MARTHA MANOR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
June 29, 2015
Complaint
License #2204190
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 15 RAT DROPPINGS ON THE SIDE OF THE WALK-IN COOLER BETWEEN THE COOLER AND THE EAST WALL OF FACILITY, OBSERVED ONE RAT DROPPING BEHIND THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER, AND OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 10 FRUIT FLIES NEAR THE PREP TABLE AND BULK FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMATE RODENT AND PEST ACTIVITY. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, DETAIL CLEAN, AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. OBSERVED A 1 INCH GAP AT THE REAR EXIT DOOR THAT LEADS INTO THE KITCHEN. MUST SEAL THE GAP WITH A PROPER DOOR SWEEP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection