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CALDWELL ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

CALDWELL ELEMENTARY (AKA: CALDWELL ACADEMY) 8546 S CREGIER AVE, CHICAGO 60617 School
February 8, 2024 Canvass License #2046707
10
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK IN STAFF LOUNGE MODULAR WASHROOM (63.4F) INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE 100F-120F 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 #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS BEHIND COOLER AND FREEZERS IN LUNCHROOM, ON BOTTOM SHELF NEAR SLICER AND TOP OF BARILLA PASTA BOX IN DRY STORAGE AREA, ON FLOOR UNDER 1-COMPARTMENT SINK, ROLLING CART AND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN KITCHEN, ON FLOOR UNDER LOCKERS IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS NEAR SAFE AND DESK IN KITCHEN OFFICE, ON FLOOR NEAR WATER HEATER AND UNDER BREAKER EQUIPMENT IN MODULAR MECHANICAL ROOM, ON FLOOR IN MODULAR ELECTRICAL ROOM, ON COMPUTER TABLE AND SHELVING UNITS NEAR RADIATOR IN PEE-K ROOM 315. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE 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 #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM CORNERS OF MODULAR EXIT #10 IN PRE-K ROOM 315 AND MODULAR EXIT #12 IN LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LOOSE HOT WATER FAUCET ON RIGHT SINK IN FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.
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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN MAIN AND MODULAR STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.
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 ELECTRICAL OUTLET UNDER DRAINBOARD IN KITCHEN, DAMAGED AND MISSING BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS IN MODULAR ELECTRICAL ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS, REPLACE BASEBOARDS 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 DUST BUILDUP ON WALLS IN KITCHEN BEHIND OVEN IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN 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 #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLICKERING LIGHT IN MODULAR STAFF LOUNGE WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

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