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BRIDGEPORT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 1 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)

BRIDGEPORT CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER 1 (AKA: KIDS HOPE UNITED-NORTHERN REGION) 3053 S NORMAL AVE, CHICAGO 60616 Daycare (2 - 6 Years)
April 28, 2010 License License #15828
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. FOUND MICE ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES- 23 MICE DROPPINGS IN STORAGE CLOSET IN ROOM 4 AND 10 IN THE HALLWAY STORAGE CLOSET BELONGING TO ROOM 4. ALSO, MUST RODENT PROOF/MAKE TIGHT FITTED DOOR LEADING TO ROOF PLAY GROUND BY CLASSROOM 4. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AFFECTED AREAS. CITATION # 34151-16
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST SEAL OR PAINT ALL RAW WOOD SHELVES IN BASEMENT STORAGE AND IN CLASSROOM 7.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CABINETS IN CLASSROOM 9, REACH-IN (CHEST) FREEZER, ALL COOLERS IN KITCHEN STORAGE AND INTERIOR OF COOKING EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN AREA.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
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. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ALL STORAGE, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL, KITCHEN AND CLASSROOMS. MUST MAKE FLOORS IN BASEMENT STORAGE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MUST PROVIDE A DRAIN COVER TO FLOOR DRAIN IN FRONT OF DISH MACHINE IN KITCHEN AREA. MUST ELEVATE ALL STOCK ITEMS ATLEAST 6" OFF THE FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
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. MUST CLEAN ALL VENTS IN KITCHEN AREA, REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT WALLS IN BASEMENT HALLWAY BY PAINT ROOM, IN CLASSROOM 7, CLASSROOM 10 AND THROUGH OUT AS NEEDED. MUST SEAL AROUND ALL PIPES/CONDUITS AND REPAIR HOLE IN WALL BEHIND KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM DOOR.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST FIX LOOSE, LEAKING FAUCET ON 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IN CLASSROOM 9 IN BASEMENT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MUST FIX LOOSE, LEAKING FAUCET ON 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IN CLASSROOM 9 IN BASEMENT.
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.

Health Department Information

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