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CENTERS FOR NEW HORIZONS Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

CENTERS FOR NEW HORIZONS 4301 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO 60653 Daycare Above and Under 2 Years
September 19, 2017 Canvass License #2215669
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: LABEL ALL BULK CONTAINERS UNDER PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN PREP AREA, STORAGE AREAS, UTILITY ROOM, WATER METER ROOM, PUMP ROOM AND ELECTRICAL ROOM. REMOVE PEELING PAINT, SEAL AND REPAINT FLOOR IN KITCHEN. FLOOR MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR DAMAGED DOOR SWEEP ON EXIT DOOR NEAR KITCHEN. CLEAN AND CEILING TILES AND CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARD ALONG WALL NEAR WHITE EXPOSED SINK IN RIVER INDIGO CLASSROOM.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR HOT WATER TIMED FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK IN WATER INDIGO ROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR HOT WATER TIMED FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK IN WATER INDIGO ROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS.
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.

Health Department Information

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