CLARK MANOR CONVALESCENT CENTE
7433 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO, IL 60626 · Long Term Care
Inspection summary
CLARK MANOR CONVALESCENT CENTE has been inspected 2 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since February 26, 2010. The most recent inspection, on March 5, 2010, recorded 2 infractions.
None of the 2 inspections on record were free of infractions. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control and Pests.
What these findings mean
Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.
Food temperature controlHigher risk
Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.
Recorded once on February 26, 2010. For example:
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
PestsHigher risk
Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.
Recorded once on February 26, 2010. For example:
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
Equipment and utensilsLower risk
Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.
Recorded 6 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 5, 2010. For example:
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk
Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.
Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on March 5, 2010. For example:
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
About this data
These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.
2 inspections
- Canvass Re-Inspection
2 infractions
- 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
- OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE FREEZER.
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
- The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REGROUT THE FLOOR WHERE NEEDED IN THE DISHROOM.
- 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
- Canvass
8 infractions
- 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
- All cold food shall be stored at a temperature of 40F or less. OBSERVED POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED 20# OF COOKED BEEF BRISKET STORED IN THE WALK-IN COOLER WITH AN INTERNAL TEMPERATURE OF 46.7F. MANAGEMENT VOLUNTARILY DISCARDED 20# OF FOOD WORTH $88. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-005A.
- 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
- All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 50 LIVE FRUIT FLIES ON WALLS AND CEILING OF THE DISHROOM, FOOD PREP AREA, LOWER LEVEL HALLWAY, LOCKER ROOMS AND RESTROOMS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
- 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
- OBSERVED EXCESSIVE ICE BUILDUP INSIDE OF THE WALK-IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN THE FREEZER.
- 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
- All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN THE SHELF ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT POTWASH SINK AND THE SHELF ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT.
- 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
- The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN THE FLOOR OF THE DISHROOM, ESPECIALLU AROUND THE GREASE TRAP. DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS. REGROUT THE FLOOR WHERE NEEDED IN THE DISHROOM.
- 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
- The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. DETAIL CLEAN THE WALLS AROUND THE 3 COMPARTMENT POTWASH SINK AND THE DISHROOM. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING TILES AND CEILING TRACK IN THE DISHROOM AREA. OBSERVED AN OPENING IN THE WALL UNDER THE TOILET IN THE WOMEN'S LOCKER ROOM AND LOOSE WALL TILES UNDER THE TOILET IN THE MEN'S LOCKER ROOM. MUST REPAIR BOTH AREAS.
- 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
- OBSERVED A DRAIN LINE WATER LEAK BELOW THE LEFT COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT POTWASH SINK. MUST REPAIR. VENTILATION FANS IN THE LOWER LEVEL LOCKER ROOMS AND RESTROOMS ARE NOT OPERATIONAL. MUST REPAIR.
- 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
- All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. CLEAN ALL CIGARETTE BUTTS FROM THE REAR RAMP AND REAR EXIT AREA TO THE ALLEY AND PARKING LOT.
- 3. POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE
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