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CHARLES EVANS HUGHES PUBLIC SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

CHARLES EVANS HUGHES PUBLIC SCHOOL (AKA: HUGHES ELEMENTARY) 4247 W 15TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 School
April 17, 2018 Canvass License #23901
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA-ON WHEEL BASES OF DOLLIES AND ROLLING CARTS,ON FLOOR IN CORNER OF DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVING UNIT.STAFF LOUNGE-ON FLOOR UNDER STORAGE SHELF AND A DEAD RODENT ON GLUEBOARD.PREP AREA- ON LOWER AREA OF MOTOR AT COLD HOLDING UNIT,ON FLOOR NEXT TO REACH IN COOLER,ELECTRICAL BOXES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.ALSO APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF EAST DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOOR.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 4/171/8.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #27
MAJOR
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AND NO HAND DRYING DEVICES IN 1ST FL & 2ND FL. BOY'S AND GIRL'S TOILETROOMS.SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS ARE NOW PROVIDED IN TOILETROOMS.MUST MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,LOWER SHELVING UNITS AT HAND SINKS IN POOR REPAIR IN STAFF LOUNGE,PRE-K ROOMS 101 & 103.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL PRE-K ROOMS CUBBIES AND SHELVING UNITS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOORING ALONG WALL BASES IN PRE-K ROOM 101.MUST CLEAN DIRT BUILD UP ALONG WALL BASES AT RADIATOR IN LUNCHROOM.
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: MUST SEAL GAP AT LUNCHROOM DOOR FRAME.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST SEAL GAP AT LUNCHROOM DOOR FRAME.
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.

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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