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BRIGHT SMILES DAYCARE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)

BRIGHT SMILES DAYCARE 1703-1707 E 87TH ST, CHICAGO 60617 Daycare (2 - 6 Years)
September 8, 2017 License License #2522520
8
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO WATER AT REAR WASHROOM HAND SINK FAUCET.MUST REPAIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 NO CITATION
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #12
CRITICAL
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: NO SOAP AND TOWEL DEVICE AT HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST INSTALL. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-030 NO CITATION.
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL. 21- RODENT MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS AROUND SUPPLIES INSIDE HOT WATER HEATER STORAGE AREA ACROSS FROM KIDS WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE. ALSO FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM AREA OF DOOR APPROX 1/4 INCH. MUST REPAIR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 NO CITATION
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 #22
CRITICAL
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: NO CHEMICAL TEST KIT PROVIDED FOR 3- COMP SINK DISH WASHING. MUST PROVIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 NO CITATION
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
Violation #27
MAJOR
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: OBSERVED KIDS WASHROOM LOCATED AT REAR DOOR ENTRANCE NOT FULLY ENCLOSED .MUST INSTALL WALL AREA AT DOOR ENTRANCE AREA.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: NO ATTACHED DRAIN BOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA. MUST ATTACHED DRAIN BOARD.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SOLIED/ STAINED CEILING TILES ON PREMISES.MUST REPLACE. ALSO OPENINGS IN CEILING TILES,AND AROUND PIES IN CEILINGS.MUST SEAL.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SOLIED/ STAINED CEILING TILES ON PREMISES.MUST REPLACE. ALSO OPENINGS IN CEILING TILES,AND AROUND PIES IN CEILINGS.MUST SEAL.
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.

Health Department Information

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