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WARREN PARK HEALTH & LIVING CENTER, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Long term care

WARREN PARK HEALTH & LIVING CENTER, LLC (AKA: WARREN PARK HEALTH & LIVING CENTER) 6700 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60645 Long Term Care
April 13, 2016 Canvass License #2208054
9
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED LIVE COCKRAOCH IN BREAK ROOM ACCROSS FROM KITHCEN CONTAINING VENDING MACHINES,SODA MACHINES AND ICE MACHINE. OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE ONLY RECIEPTS OF PEST CONTROL SERVICE FOR 2015. UP TO DATE LOG BOOK MUST BE PROVIDED AND MUST CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING : 1) RECORD OF ANY AND ALL VISITS TO THE FOOD ESTABLISHMENT DESCRIBING ALL PEST CONTROL RELATED ACTIVATES CONDUCTED INCLUDING INSPECTIONS AND APPLICATIONS 2) THE LOG BOOK RECORD SHALL INCLUDE A COPY OF THE ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH LICENSE NUMBER a)WRITTEN VERIFICATION OF THE CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBLE FOR USING THE PESTICIDES b) DATE OF APPLICATION c) SPECIFY THE PEST BEING TARGETED d) PESTICIDE USE RECORDED 3) A RECORD OF ALL LOCATIONS OF ALL APPLICATIONS OF PESTICIDES, TRAP AND MONITORING STATIONS 4) A RECORD OF ANY RECOMMENDED CORRECTIVE ACTION NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE CONDITION, SUCH AS HOUSEKEEPING DEFICIENCIES, PETS HARBORAGE OR STRUCTURAL DEFICIENCIES. PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS NOT RODENTPROOF WITH OPENINGS FOR RODENTS. OBSERVED TOP OF DUMPSTER DAMAGED AND BENT INWARD ALLOWING SQUIRRELS, RATS ADN MICE TO ENTER FREELY. MUST REPLACE TOPS OF DUMPSTERS SO THAT WHEN CLOSED DUMPSTERS ARE COMPLETLY RODENTPROOF. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED COPY OF CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE POSTED IN KITCHEN FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER. ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE MUST BE POSTED. AND CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LOWER SHELF UNDER PREP TABLE CONTAINING MICROWAVE WITH PEELING PAINT AND RUST. LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE NEEDS TO BE SANDED DOWN AND REPAINTED SO THAT IT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED DRYING RACKS FOR CLEAN DISHES LOCATED NEXT TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND NEXT TO DISH MACHINE UNCLEAN. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN DRYING RACKS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS UNCLEAN IN BREAK ROOM UNDER VENDING MACHINES AND ICE MACHINES. OBSERVED FLOOR DRAINS UNDER ICE MACHINE UNCLEAN. MUST CLEAN ALL FLOORS AND FLOOR DRAINS. OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NEAR DISH MACHINE TILES COMING UP DUE TO WATER DAMAGE. FLOORS MUST BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED. ALL MISSING FLOOR TILES NEED TO BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED THROUGHOUT KITHCEN. OBSERVED WALL BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT BREAK ROOM AND HALLWAYS IN DISREPAIR. ALL BASEBOARDS NEED TO BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED. OBSERVED BASEBOARDS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM IN DISREPAIR. REPAIR ALL BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT BASEMENT DRY STORAGE ROOMS, HALLWAYS AND KITHCEN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED OPENING IN WALL UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK. CLOSE OPENING AND MAINTAIN. REMOVE ALL FOAM INSULATE AND REPACE WITH SOMTHING THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAKE SURE ENTIRE OPENING IS CLOSED AND MAINTAINED
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING CONDITION UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. ALL 3 BASINS ARE LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH ONTO FLOOR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. RESTORE WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING CONDITION UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED NEXT TO DISH MACHINE. ALL 3 BASINS ARE LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH ONTO FLOOR. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. RESTORE WATER PRESSURE AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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