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Burke Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Burke 5356 S DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR, CHICAGO 60615 School
March 12, 2020 Canvass License #22411
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SINK AT FOOD DISPENSING AREA FOR EMPLOYEE USE AS REQUIRED. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED INSUFFIECIENT HOT WATER (84F-93F) AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN FIRST FLOOR UNISEX WASHROOM ACROSS FROM PRE-K CLASSROOMS AND SECOND FLOOR WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 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.
Violation #28
CRITICAL
TOXIC SUBSTANCES PROPERLY IDENTIFIED, STORED, & USED - Comments: OBSERVED OPEN BAIT SCATTERED ON WALL LEDGES BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER AND DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE. RODENT BAIT SHALL BE CONTAINED IN A COVERED, TAMPER-RESISTANT BAIT STATION. PRIORITY 7-38-015
Unpasteurized products can contain dangerous pathogens.
Only pasteurized dairy and eggs in certain situations; no prohibited foods.
Pasteurized eggs for recipes not fully cooked; Pasteurized dairy products; No home-prepared foods.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 7 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNER ON WALL LEDGE NEAR SCALE IN PREP AREA, 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG BACK WALL AND 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES NEAR CALCULATOR AND DOLLS IN PRE-K 103,7 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER NEAR MIRROR AND CHRISTMAS TREE IN PREK-102, 10 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR INSIDE CLOSET IN PRE-K 102, 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG CUBBIES NEAR FRONT ENTRANCE IN PRE-K 101, 7 DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND TRASH CAN NEAR FIRE EXTINGUISHER IN PRE-K 101, 2 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE BOTTOM CABINETS OF TALL THREE-DOOOR WALL CABINET IN PRE-K 101, 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEAR CORNER NEAR 2-DOOR ROLLING CABINET ALONG FRONT WALL IN PRE-K 101, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR NEAR VENT IN TOY STORAGE AREA IN PRE-K 101, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE BOTTOM CABINETS NEAR REFRIGERATOR IN LOUNGE, 2 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON ELECTRICAL PANEL AND FLOOR BEHIND COPIERS IN LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIXE ALL AREAS. 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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN LUNCHROOM STAFF AND SECOND FLOOR WOMEN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PRE-K 101. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN PRE-K 101. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

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