PASS
Risk 1 (High)
CHARLES DARWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
CHARLES DARWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(AKA: DARWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (MAIN BLDG))
3116 W Belden, CHICAGO 60647
School
April 8, 2014
Canvass
License #22881
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 8, 2014. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 6 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Cooler vents not clean, need cleaning
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Floors in kitchen area/lunchroom area that had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.Floors in bsmt storage areas not clean clean, need detailed cleaning(corners)
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Classrooms that had peeling paint, exposed plaster in 3rd floor(Room#305, 2nd floor, and 1st(Room #103) floor shall be repaired/sealed. Exhaust vents in bathrooms 1st floor, 2nd floor, 1st floor not clean, need detailed cleaning. Missing ceiling tiles in lunchroom, shall be provided.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Missing light shield in cooler, shall be provided, missing/damaged light shields in classrooms in 3rd floor, 2nd floor, and 1st floor shall be replaced/provided.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Washbowl in classroom(art classroom) in state of disrepair leaking,, and not draining, shall be repair/replaced. Drinking water fountain in 1st floor in state of disrepair(leaking), shall be repaired/replaced.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Washbowl in classroom(art classroom) in state of disrepair leaking,, and not draining, shall be repair/replaced. Drinking water fountain in 1st floor in state of disrepair(leaking), shall be repaired/replaced.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
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More Information
CDPH Food Protection