VICTORY CENTER OF GALEWOOD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 20 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN THE FOOD PREP/DISH WASHING AREAS, AND IN THE MANAGER'S KITCHEN OFFICE. OBSERVED THE SMALL FLIES ON THE CEILING TILES AND WALLS OF SAID AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL SERVICE TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: FOUND ACCUMULATIONS OF DIRT, DEBRIS, AND MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON THE WALK-IN FREEZER AND COOLER DOOR GASKETS, ON TOP OF THE HOT-WATER DISH MACHINE, INSIDE THE LARGE PREP COOLER (CURRENTLY NOT IN USE), AND INSIDE THE VULCAN STEAMER. MUST DETAIL CLEAN ALL SAID AREAS AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED THE 2-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCET LEAKING. MUST REPAIR.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND ALL DUMPSTER LIDS OPEN AND UNABLE TO COMPLETELY CLOSE DUE TO OVERFLOWING GARBAGE/CARDBOARD INSIDE THE INDOOR WASTE RECEPTACLE ROOM. MUST KEEP LIDS COVERED WHEN INDOOR DUMPSTERS ARE FILLED AND NOT IN CONTINUOUS USE, AND MAINTAIN.

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: FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS IN THE DISH AREA, BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND BY THE MOP SINK. OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS IN THE DISH AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN SAID 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: FOUND HEAVY DIRT AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE FLOORS IN THE DISH AREA, BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND BY THE MOP SINK. OBSERVED FOOD SPLATTERS ON THE WALLS IN THE DISH AREA. MUST DETAIL CLEAN SAID 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.