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A-KARRASEL GALEWOOD CHILDCARE, LLC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
A-KARRASEL GALEWOOD CHILDCARE, LLC
(AKA: A-KARRASEL CHILD CARE)
5504 W FULLERTON AVE, CHICAGO 60639
Children's Services Facility
March 19, 2025
Canvass
License #2818147
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER INSIDE 2-DOOR REFRIGERATOR IN THE BASEMENT AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT INTENSITY IN TEACHER'S WASHROOM TO BE EXTREMELY LOW/DIM; LIGHTBULB ON THE VERGE OF BURNOUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Violation #56
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LIGHT INTENSITY IN TEACHER'S WASHROOM TO BE EXTREMELY LOW/DIM; LIGHTBULB ON THE VERGE OF BURNOUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Specific Requirements
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11, 6-304.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection