THE AUSTIN OASIS, LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT THE HAND SINK IN BOTH STAFF RESTROOMS LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR AND BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT ALL HAND SINKS ON PREMISE.

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.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN THE MINI REFRIGERATOR IN THE STAFF LOUNGE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN THE MINI REFRIGERATOR.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN THE KITCHEN AND STAFF LOUNGE TO BE SOILED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND SPLASH. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE MICROWAVES.

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 MILK CRATES BEING USED AS SHELVING IN THE WALK-IN COOLER AND BASEMENT IN THE STAFF LOUNGE. MUST REMOVE AND PROVIDE SHELVING THAT IS 6" OFF THE FLOOR AND PROVIDES FLOOR ACCESSIBILITY TO ENSURE ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE STAFF LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.OBSERVED FOOD SPLASH ON THE CEILING TILES NEAR THE STOVE AND OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING TILES.

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 MISSING CEILINGS TILE PANELS AND WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE STAFF LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, REPLACE MISSING PANELS AND/OR REPLACE THE STAINED CEILING TILES.OBSERVED FOOD SPLASH ON THE CEILING TILES NEAR THE STOVE AND OVENS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE CEILING TILES.

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.