VICTORY CENTRE OF SOUTH CHICAGO SLF Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Assisted living

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED FACILITY WITHOUT BODILY FLUID SPILL KITS. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE A COMPLETED POLICY REFLECTING THE SUPPLIES INCLUDED IN ON-SITE SPILL KITS. MUST ENSURE THE AVAILABILITY OF BOTH A COMPLETED POLICY + ALL SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR RESPONDING TO VOMIT AND/OR DIARRHEA TO PROPERLY HANDLE BODILY FLUID SPILLS ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING FOOD, MEATLOAF, NOT MEETING REQUIRE TEMPERATURE OF 135F DEGREES OR ABOVE RESTING ON SHELF ABOVE STOVETOP AT 90.5F, MANAGER IMMEDIATELY AND VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF 10 LBS OF PRODUCTS WORTH $25.00. PRIORITY VIOLATION #7-38-005. CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORED IN CONTAINER UNDERNEATH TABLE NEAR FOOD PREP AREA WITHOUT PROPER LABELING OF NAME. INSTRUCTED TO PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A LABEL REFLECTING THE FOOD ITEM'S NAME WHEN FOOD HAS BEEN REMOVE FROM ITS ORIGINAL PACKAGING.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD AND DUST DEBRIS ON FLOORS UNDER RACKS AND ON CEILING TILES IN DRY STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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 FOOD DEBRI AND ACCUMULATION OF DUST ON CEILING TILES AND VENTS ABOVE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM OVERFLOWING FROM TOILET BOWL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND EASILY TO CLEAN UNDERNEATH.

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 MILK CRATES USED AS SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING THAT IS EASILY CLEANABLE AND EASILY TO CLEAN UNDERNEATH.

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.