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

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINKS NEEDED AT THE CAFETERIA FOOD SERVING LINE IN THE LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-030(C).

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.

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.

FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE WITH PINK AND BLACK SLIME IN CULINARY CLASS ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE BY CLEANING AND SANITIZING AND MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.

All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.

Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: SEE VIOLATION #59

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EXIT DOOR #27 IN REAR KITCHEN STORAGE AREA WITH 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL GAP/RODENT PROOF DOOR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLE IN FOOD PREP AREA WITH CRUMBS/ FOOD DEBRIS. OBSERVED DIRTY SINK WITH DRIED FOOD PARTICLES NEXT TO NEWLY INSTALLED DISH MACHINE IN CULINARY CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS IN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT FROM THE BRICK WALLS THROUGHOUT THE CULINARY KITCHEN NEAR AND AROUND MACHINES THAT ARE USED FOR PREPARING FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT, OR STAIN BRICK WALLS TO MAKE EASY TO CLEAN AND TO PREVENT POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION OF FOODS BEING PREPARED.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRTY CEILING VENTS IN MAIN FOOD PREP AREA. OBSERVED DIRTY CEILING VENTS AND LIGHT SHIELDS IN CULINARY CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNED OUT LIGHTS UNDERNEATH VENTILATION HOOD IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL BURNED OUT LIGHTS UNDERNEATH VENTILATION HOOD IN FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.