PASS
Risk 1 (High)
THE SELFHELP HOME Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care
October 3, 2019
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License #2205089
4
Total Violations
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER IN DRAWER REFRIGERATOR TO THE RIGHT OF HAND SINK IN MAIN COOKING AREA. INSTALL AND MAINTAIN THERMOMETER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #44
MINOR
Violation Details
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: OBSERVED TABLES PRESET WITH UNWRAPPED SILVERWARE. IF TABLES ARE TO BE PRESET MUST WRAP ALL SILVERWARE TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Specific Requirements
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.114
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA CONTAINING WALK IN REFRIGERATOR AND WALK IN FREEZER AS WELL AS SHELVES OF DRY STORAGE FOOD AND FOOD RELATED ITEMS UNDER EXPOSED UTILTY LINES, PIPES ETC. MUST INSTALL DROP CEILING OR DRYWALL TO PROTECT FOOD FROM POSSIBLE LEAKING AND CONTAMINATION FROM OVERHEAD UTILITY LINES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BASEMENT DRY STORAGE AREA CONTAINING WALK IN REFRIGERATOR AND WALK IN FREEZER AS WELL AS SHELVES OF DRY STORAGE FOOD AND FOOD RELATED ITEMS UNDER EXPOSED UTILTY LINES, PIPES ETC. MUST INSTALL DROP CEILING OR DRYWALL TO PROTECT FOOD FROM POSSIBLE LEAKING AND CONTAMINATION FROM OVERHEAD UTILITY LINES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection