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Chgo Voc. C.V.C (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Chgo Voc. C.V.C (H/S) 2100 E 87th St (8700S), CHICAGO 60617 School
December 13, 2021 Canvass License #53011
9
Total Violations
8
Critical
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #3
CRITICAL
MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING
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.
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS NEEDED AT THE CAFETERIA FOOD SERVING LINE IN THE LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE IN THE CULINARY KITCHEN AREA TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS IN ALL THE AREAS NEEDED. (WHERE THERE IS A HAND WASHING SINK, THERE SHOULD BE A SIGN FOR HAND WASHING)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY IN MAIN KITCHEN/CAFETERIA AREA AND CULINARY TRAINING CLASS KITCHEN. MAIN KITCHEN/CAFETERIA: RODENT DROPPINGS NOTED IN REAR STORAGE ROOM OF KITCHEN WHERE WALK-IN COOLER UNITS ARE LOCATED - NEAR EXIT DOOR #27 (APPRX. 10+), ALONG WALK-IN COOLER #1 (APPROX. 5) AND WALK-IN COOLER #2 (APPROX. 5), KITCHEN: ON FLOOR BEHIND HOBART MIXER (APPROX. 25), DRY STORAGE ROOM (APPRX. 20), ALONG WALL BEHIND HOT SERVICE LINE (APPRX. 50+). CULINARY TRAINING CLASS KITCHEN: APPRX 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS LOCATED ON THE LOWER SHELF OF THE BEING INSTALLED DISH WASHING UNIT. APPRX 15-20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALL BEHIND THE REFRIGERATORS. APPRX 150-200 MOUSE DROPPINGS INSIDE THE DISH STORAGE ROOM UNDER THE SHELVING UNITS ALONG THE WALL AND ON MULTIPLE SHELVES ON AND INSIDE OF THE DISHES STORED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION #7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PRESENTED DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE THAT A LICENSED PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND OPERATOR MUST PROVIDE AT LEAST 2 PEST INSPECTIONS A YEAR AND THE REPORTS MUST BE MAINTAINED IN THE LOG BOOK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PEST INSPECTION REPORTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACK FLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE IN HALL BETWEEN CAFE AND CULIARY TRAINING KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK A THE FAUCET ON THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE WALK IN REFRIGERATOR AND A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE OF THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE CLASS LEFT OF THE CAGE WITH THE KNIVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BOTH AND KEEP IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAK A THE FAUCET ON THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS FROM THE WALK IN REFRIGERATOR AND A LEAK AT THE DRAIN PIPE OF THE ONE COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE REAR OF THE CLASS LEFT OF THE CAGE WITH THE KNIVES. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN BOTH AND KEEP IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.
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.

Health Department Information

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