Carole Robertson Center for Learning Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (under 2 years)

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: PIC DOES NOT DEMONSTRATE KNOWLEDGE OF FOOD OPERATION.MUST PROVIDE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

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.

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED)

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP IN CENTER BOTTOM OF MAIN ENTRY DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR 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 AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 400 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED THROUGHOUT PREP AREA- ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND AND ALONG WALL BASES OF REACH IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,STOVE,PREP TABLES,3- COMPARTMENT SINK,DISH MACHINE,ON PREP TABLE LOWER SHELF AND LOWER SHELF OF FILE CABINET,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA-ON FLOOR UNDER ALL STORAGE SHELVES AND STAIRS LEADING TO UPPER LEVEL ,ADJACENT REAR HALLWAY TO PREP AREA- IN BETWEEN COOLERS AND ON DOLLIE CARTS AND CLASSROOM #118-ON LEDGE OF BOOK SHELF AND ON FLOOR NEXT TO HAND SINK,#115- ON FLOOR IN NURSING AREA NEAR ARTICLES ON FLOOR,TOILETROOM IN ROOM #113-NEXT TO TOILET.ALSO,APPX. 5 LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON FLOOR NEAR GARBAGE CANS IN PREP AREA AND 3-4 LIVE SMALL FLIES FLYING AROUND INSIDE OF DUST PAN ON FLOOR NEAR GARBAGE CANS IN SAME AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/19/18.(PRIORITY 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 CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM MICROWAVES IN 2ND FL. STAFF LOUNGE.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED LID ON CHEST FREEZER IN PREP AREA.

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 BUILD UP FROM ALL SHELVING UNITS,CUBBIES,COMPUTER DESK IN ALL CLASSROOMS AND ADJACENT TOILETROOMS STORAGE SHELVES.

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 TOILETS IN CLASSROOM #206,118 & 1ST FL. WOMEN'S.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM FLOORS IN ALL CLASSROOMS AND LAUNDRY ROOM.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN CLASSROOM #207 & 210.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR WINDOW IN CLASSROOM #118 & 206,STAINED CEILING TILES IN CLASSROOM #112 & 1ST FL.STAFF LOUNGE.HOLE IN FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA UNDER STAIRS AND SHELVING UNIT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN CLASSROOM #207 & 210.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALL NEAR WINDOW IN CLASSROOM #118 & 206,STAINED CEILING TILES IN CLASSROOM #112 & 1ST FL.STAFF LOUNGE.HOLE IN FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA UNDER STAIRS AND SHELVING UNIT.

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.