BENJAMIN E MAYS ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGN IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12(A) OBSERVED NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER IN THE PRE-K TOILET ROOM IN ROOM 102. INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE ADEQUATE HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER TO SAID HAND WASHING SINK IN THE PRE-K ROOM 102 TOILET ROOM. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 50 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE STORAGE CLOSET LOCATED BY THE CAFETERIA EXIT DOOR, ABOUT 30 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED UNDER THE SHELVES IN THE PREP AREA DRY STORAGE CLOSET, ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS UNDER SHELVES LOCATED IN THE ADDITIONAL DRY STORAGE CLOSET ACROSS FROM THE MAIN PREP AREA, ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED BEHIND THE REACH IN COOLERS IN THE SMALL CAFETERIA AND ABOUT 5 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED BY THE HEATER IN THE PRE-K ROOM 101. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE AS WELL AS PLACING RODENT CONTROL DEVICES IN ALL AREAS MENTIONED (NO RODENT CONTROL DEVICES NOTED IN AREAS MENTIONED.) PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED EXIT DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED IN THE MAIN CAFETERIA AREA, OBSERVED A ONE INCH GAP ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE DOOR ALONG THE WALL. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING AND RODENT PROOFED.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: 4-601.11(C) OBSERVED MINOR DUST ON THE BOTTOM PREP TABLE/HOT HOLDING UNIT SHELVES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED OVERFLOWING AND LIDS NOT TIGHT FITTING ON OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER ALLOW GARBAGE TO OVERFLOW AND ALWAYS KEEP ALL OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LIDS TIGHT FITTING AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER (ACCUMULATED CRATES) INSIDE OF THE STORAGE CLOSET THAT IS LOCATED IN THE MAIN CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114 OBSERVED CLUTTER (ACCUMULATED CRATES) INSIDE OF THE STORAGE CLOSET THAT IS LOCATED IN THE MAIN CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER AND ORGANIZE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.