CALDWELL ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE ONLY A COPY DISPLAYED.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE ONLY A COPY DISPLAYED.MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE EXCEEDING 120.0F AT HAND SINKS IN KITCHEN-141.7F AND SERVING LINE- 124.7F.KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM-136.4F. ANNEX BUILDING- 1ST FL. BOY'S 135.9F-133.5F. 2ND FL. GIRL'S -134.6F-135.7F. PRE-K ROOM 317-CLASSROOM HAND SINK 137.6F & TOILET ROOM 138.7F. PRE-K ROOM 315-139.5F AND NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINK IN CLASSROOM.MUST NOT EXCEED 120.0F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT 1ST FL. GIRL'S HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS AT 96.8F & 97.2F MUST HAVE AT 100.0F MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONG ENOUGH FOR HAND WASHING AT HAND SINKS MAIN BUILDING 1ST & 2ND FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S.ANNEX- PRE-K 315 & 317.KITCHEN HAND SINK.LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK ON SERVING LINEMUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS ON SERVING LINE & 1ST FL. BOY'S.

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: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ON DOORS #9 & 10,ANNEX ENTRY DOOR MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING.

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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN IN SIDE CABINETS AT STOVE,ON FLOOR NEXT TO BAIT BOX AT ENTRY TO PREP AREA.DRY FOOD STORAGE-ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNIT.LUNCHROOM- ON FLOOR BEHIND MILK CRATES NEXT TO MILK COOLER.OFFICE-ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET AND GARBAGE CAN.PRE- K 317-IN LOWER CUBBIES.PRE-K 315- ON SHELVING UNIT BEHIND REFRIGERATOR IN HOUSE KEEPING AREA & LOWER SHELF AT BLOCK SHELVING UNIT. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS. CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/7/23.(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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR COOLER IN KITCHEN AND VEGETABLE COOLER IN LUNCHROOM.BROKEN SHELF ON FRONT SIDE OF COLD HOLDING UNIT ON SERVING LINE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HOT HOLDING UNIT ON SERVING LINE.PRE- K ROOM 317 & 315 SOME DUST SHELVING UNITS AND CUBBIES.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCETS AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN MAIN BUILDING GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS,KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST 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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN MAIN BUILDING GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS,KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM MUST 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.