ARIEL ACADEMY/NORTH KENWOOD OAKLAND SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED, #5 ENTRANCE/EXIT DOORS WITH 1/4INCH GAP AT BOTTOM RIGHT HAND SIDE OF SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING SO AS NO DAYLIGHT CAN BE SEEN AND TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. FOUND 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS: THROUGHOUT TEACHERS LOUNGE ALONG WALL LEDGES, LIGHT FIXTURES, CLOSET, BEHIND SOFA CHAIRS, BEHIND AND ON TOP OF SHELVING UNITS/CABINETS IN PRE-K ROOMS AT NKO AND ARIEL, SCATTERED ALONG WALL BASE IN BOILER ROOM. ALSO, OBSERVED DEAD SMALL MOUSE IN TRASH CAN IN BOILER ROOM AND HEARD GNAWING SOUNDS BY MOUSE BEHIND WALL BETWEEN CLOSETS IN TEACHERS LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, RODENT PROOF DOORS, AND RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. FOUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT CLEAN NOR MAINTAINED. FOUND HEAVY BUILDUP OF LIQUID WASTE, LITTER, DEBRIS AROUND COMPACTOR AND SPILLS AT COMPACTOR. OBSERVED LARGE OPEN TOP DUMPSTER LEAKING LIQUID ON TO GROUND WITH STRONG FOUL ODOR AND SAID DUMPSTER FILLED PAST LINE WITH MATERIALS,CHAIRS,ITEMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LEAK AT DUMPSTER, REMOVE MATERIALS/ITEMS, CLEAN, SANITIZE COMPACTOR AND DUMPSTER AREAS TO REMOVE BUILDUP AND SPILLS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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.

TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: FOUND BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS ON 1ST. FLOOR WITH NO SOAP, PAPER TOWELS, OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE AVAILABLE BY STUDENTS TO WASH HANDS AFTER USING TOILET ROOM FACILITIES. ALSO, NO SOAP NOR PAPER TOWELS IN GIRLS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR AND NO SOAP IN BOYS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. NO SOAP IN MALE STAFF TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. NO PAPER TOWELS IN GIRLS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST. FLOOR NKO SIDE NOR SOAP IN BOYS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST. FLOOR AT NKO SCHOOL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP, PAPER TOWELS, AND OR SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICE FOR STUDENTS TO PROPERLY WASH HANDS PER CITY CODE. CUSTODIAN AND ENGINEER PROVIDED SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS TO SAID TOILET ROOMS AT THIS TIME. SERIOUS 7-38-030

Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.

All food must be properly labeled with required information.

Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: All food not stored in the original container shall be stored in properly labeled containers. LABEL READY TO EAT PREPARED FOODS WITH DATE OF PREPARATION.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE ITEMS INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AND DRY STORAGE ROOM IN LUNCHROOM AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING/RACKS FOR ITEMS. DEFROST FREEZER IN SMALL REFRIGERATOR IN PRE-K AT NKO SIDE.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN STALLS IN BOYS TOILET ROOMS ON 2ND FLOOR ARIEL SCHOOL SIDE AND 1ST. FLOOR NKO SIDE TO REMOVE FECAL MATERIAL, WIPE DOWN STALL DOORS ON BOYS AND GIRLS 2ND FLOOR. CLEAN INTERIOR OF MICROWAVES IN TEACHERS LOUNGE. CLEAN EXTERIOR OF STOVE AND SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ESPECIALLY ALONG WALL BASE THROUGHOUT LUNCHROOM AND BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOM FLOORS.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN UPPER AND LOWER WALLS AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN CEILING PANELS IN KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLES AND EQUIPMENT, CLEAN WALLS IN LUNCHROOM, CLEAN DUSTY VENTS IN TEACHERS STAFF TOILET ROOMS, AND BOYS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR. REPAIR LEAK AT CEILING VENT INSIDE WALK-IN COOLER.

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: REPLACE LIGHT BULB INSIDE FREEZER IN KITCHEN AND PROVIDE LIGHT BULB INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN.

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.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICES AT BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOM DOORS ON 1ST. FLOOR AND STAFF TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: HOT WATER HANDLE MISSING FROM ONE OF TWO WASHBOWLS IN BOYS TOILET ROOM ON 1ST. FLOOR NKO SIDE, NO HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL ON 1ST. AND 2ND FLOOR MENS STAFF TOILET ROOM, LEAKS UNDER WASHBOWL IN BOYS TOILET ROOM 1ST. FLOOR NKO SIDE, AND LEAKS UNDER URINAL IN BOYS TOILET ROOM ARIEL SIDE.

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.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR PRE-K CLASSROOM REFRIGERATION UNITS AND TEACHERS LOUNGE REFRIGERATOR.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE INTERNAL THERMOMETERS FOR PRE-K CLASSROOM REFRIGERATION UNITS AND TEACHERS LOUNGE REFRIGERATOR.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.