THE ATRIUM HLTH CARE CTRS, INC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT PREP/DISHROOM AREA. PRESENT WATER TEMP AT SAID SINK 41.6F AND BELOW.PROVIDE WATER AT TEMPERATURE OF LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED - BY THE TIME I FINISHED WRITE REPORT, HOT WATER PROVIDED AT SAID SINK. PRESENT TEMPERATURE OF 100.4F

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.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED EXPOSED WASTE/DRAIN PIPE WITH DRY LEAKAGE AND BROKEN WRAP AT FOOD STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO ENCASE SAID PIPE. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: GRIME AND BROKEN PIECES OF WOOD USED UNDER THE LEG OF SHELVES AND DRAIN BOARDS IN DISH ROOM MUST BE REMOVED. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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: TORN RUBBER GASKET INSIDE THE TWO DOOR REACH-IN FREEZER(ICE BUILD-UP BETWEEN DOORS)INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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 ICE SCOOP STORED ON TOP COUNTERS IN NURSING STATION,ICE SCOOP CONTAINERS IS NEEDED IN ALL FLOOR NURSING STATION TO PROPERLY PROTECT ICE SCOOP FROM POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OBSERVED BROKEN HANDLE AT MEAT SLICER,INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE.

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.

SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: WASTE WATER BACKING UP FROM FLOOR DRAIN ONTO FLOOR IN REAR PREP/DISHROOM AREA. WHEN HAND WASHING SINK AT NORTH SIDE IS IN USED,WASTE WATER BACKS UP ONTO FLOOR AT MENTIONED AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE PRIORITY VIOLATION: 7-38-030(C),CITATION ISSUED

Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.

All waste water must be properly disposed.

Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOOR TILES IN DISH ROOMS AND IN FRONT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA MUST BE REGROUT INCLUDED TILES UNDER THE RUBBER MATTS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS(CORNERS AND BEHIND PIPES) MUST CLEAN ALL AREAS 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: FLOOR TILES IN DISH ROOMS AND IN FRONT OF THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AREA MUST BE REGROUT INCLUDED TILES UNDER THE RUBBER MATTS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE. DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINKS(CORNERS AND BEHIND PIPES) MUST CLEAN ALL AREAS 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.