BLOOMING BUD DAYCARE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 TO 40 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT THE TULIP ROOM CLASSROOM. 5 TO 10 DROPPINGS ALONG BASEBOARD IN REAR HALLWAY AND CHILDREN'S CLOSETS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR MICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM #2088492 ON 9-20-17 NOT CORRECTED. #38- NOTED HAND WASH SINK SITUATED IN THE MIDDLE OF PREP TABLE WITH NO SPLASH GUARDS AT THE KITCHEN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD AT THE HAND WASH SINK.#41- NOTED CLUTTER THROUGH OUT TULIP ROOM AND INSIDE CLOSET OF THE 2ND FLOOR AFTER SCHOOL CLASS ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, ORGANIZE AND/OR REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: BULK RICE CONTAINER MUST BE LABELED.

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: MUST NOT USE A PLASTIC PALLET AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION UNDER THE KITCHEN FREEZER. ALL SHELVING MUST ALLOW FLOORS TO BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING AND MUST BE ELEVATED 6" ABOVE THE FLOOR.----COUNTER TOP AT THE KITCHEN EXPOSED HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR. FOUND CRACKED WITH OPEN CRACKS AND CREVICES ALLOWING FOOD DEBRIS AND DIRT ACCUMULATION. MUST SEAL/REPAIR.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED, PEELING WALL BASEBOARD COVING IN THE HALLWAY AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE INFANT ROOM. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: DAMAGED, PEELING WALL BASEBOARD COVING IN THE HALLWAY AT THE ENTRANCE TO THE INFANT ROOM. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE.

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.