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Beethoven Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Beethoven 25 W 47th (4700S) ST, CHICAGO 60609 School
October 16, 2019 Canvass License #25931
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVER 15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE LEDGE BEHIND THE DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN THE PREP AREA, 5 MICE DROPPING ON CAN GOODS IN THE SAME AREA, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON A CART IN THE TEACHERS LOUNGE WHERE POPCORN MACHINE STORED. MUST REMOVE DROPPING CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION.
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE WINDOW SEALS IN THE KICHEN AND PRE-K CLASS ROOM #113 AND STORAGE SHELVING, ALSO CLEAN CARTS INSIDE THE TEACHER LOUNGE.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED THE MIDDLE FAUCET AT THE 3 COMP SINK IN POOR REPAIR (LEAKING AT THE BASE). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPTERS CORRAL NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE BOXES,LITTER AND DEBRIS ON THE GROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPTERS CORRAL NOT MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE BOXES,LITTER AND DEBRIS ON THE GROUND TO PREVENT HARBORAGE.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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