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

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: WE (CERTIFIED MANAGER AND MYSELF)OBSERVED OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE CLOSET OF ACTIVITY ROOM/DINING ROOM. UNORGANIZED CLOSET, A LOT OF ITEMS ON FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND ELEVATE ITEMS 6" FROM FLOOR FOR GOOD HOUSE KEEPING. 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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WAY ABOVE THE DUMPSTER LINE AND UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS.ON GROUND BY THE DUMPSTER ON GROUND WOOD,GREEN MATTRESSES AND OTHER ITEMS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ITEMS FROM GROUND AND LIDS MUST BE CLOSED/TIGHT FITTING AT ALL TIMES. 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.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: THREE COMPARTMENT SINK ACROSS FROM LOW TEMP DISH MACHINE NOT MAINTAINED.WASTE WATER BACKING UP WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT THE OTHER COMPARTMENTS.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 4-13-2016,REPORT#1751915 #34-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 KITCHEN. ALL BASEBOARDS NEED TO BE REPAIRED AND MAINTAINED. REPAIR ALL BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN. #38-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. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY SHELF FOR DISH RACK(SOUTH-WEST AREA) ABOVE THE DISH MACHINE.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: GRIME AND EXCESS ITEMS BEHIND THE PEPSI MACHINE AND LOCKERS IN STAFF DINING ROOM,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.REMOVE DEBRIS UNDER SHELVES INSIDE THE WALK-IN FREEZER.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT AND EXPOSED INSULATION ON PIPES IN THE KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAIR. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL REPLACED TILES UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK HAS EXCESS GLUE,SURFACE NOT SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GLUE OR REPLACE WALL TILES.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: NO LIGHT SHIELD PROVIDED FOR LIGHT AT DISH ROOM/LOW TEM DISH MACHINE,(WEST)AND EAST DISH ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD WITH END CAPS

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: NO LIGHT SHIELD PROVIDED FOR LIGHT AT DISH ROOM/LOW TEM DISH MACHINE,(WEST)AND EAST DISH ROOM.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD WITH END CAPS

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.