FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ANTON DVORAK ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
June 13, 2012
Canvass
License #26051
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MOUSE DROPPINGS INFESTATION THROUGHOUT PREMISES MORE THAN 200 IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS LEDGE OF STOVE,BEHIND FOOD STORAGE CABINETS,ON FLOOR OUTSIDE OF FOOD MANAGERS OFFICE,BEHIND REACH IN COOLER,ON LEDGES OF STEAM TABLE AT SERVING LINE,ON FLOOR & ON RADIATOR COVERS IN STAFF LOUNGE/REFRIGERATOR STORAGE ROOM,ADJACENT ROOM NEXT TO LUNCH ROOM ON FLOOR,CLOSET,SHELVING UNITS,BOOK STORAGE ROOM 117 ON ALL SHELVING UNITS,PRE-K 103 ON TOY SHELVES,UNDER SINK CABINET,UNDER TABLE,PRE-K 101 ON FLOOR BEHIND BOOK SHELVES,ELECTRICAL ROOM & BOILER ROOM ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.ALSO KITCHEN DOOR & SCREEN DOOR ,NORTH EAST DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED.ALSO NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LICENSE IN LOG BOOK.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/13/12.(CRITICAL 7-38-020)48 HOURS NOTICE.
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN WALK IN COOLER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN ALL SHELVING UNITS,CUBBIES IN PRE-K 101 & 103.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING FLOOR TILES IN STAFF LOUNGE/REFRIGERATOR STORAGE ROOM.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN ELECTRIC ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALL IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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