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Carson (Old) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Carson (Old) 5516 S Maplewood (2532W) AVE, chicago 60629 School
September 22, 2020 Canvass License #22601
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 40 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER BOTH DISH STORAGE SHELVES,PREP TABLE,NEXT TO 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND STORAGE CLOSET IN PREP AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PET CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/22/20.(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 #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.
Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.
Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 1 ST FL. (GIRL'S) FAUCET HANDLE IN POOR REPAIR AND ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN 2ND FL. STAFF TOILET ROOM.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN LUNCH ROOM NEAR DOOR,LOOSE WALL BASE NEAR REGISTER.MUST SEAL GAPS IN FLOOR UNDER DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM WALK IN COOLER FLOOR.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING IN LUNCH ROOM NEAR DOOR,LOOSE WALL BASE NEAR REGISTER.MUST SEAL GAPS IN FLOOR UNDER DISH STORAGE SHELVES.
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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