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CHICAGO ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

CHICAGO ARTS HIGH SCHOOL 2714 W Augusta BLVD, CHICAGO 60622 School
February 8, 2016 Canvass License #3305849
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
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: OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED,AN 1" TO 1/2" GAP AT MAIN DOOR #4 BY THE KITCHEN NOT RODENT,INSECT PROOFED. ALSO BOTTOM RIGHT FRAMEN DOOR IS RUSTY WITH HOLE INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLENABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.OBSERVED WINDOW FAN NOT PROPERLY PROTECTED BY THE PRESENT SCREENING. SCREENING MATERIAL SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 16 MESH TO THE INCH.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020
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 #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT MAINTAINED.WE OBSERVED LIDS OF TWO GARBAGE DUMPUSTER ARE BROKEN MISSING AND BENDED,UNABLE TO COSE.GARBAGE BAGS EXPOSED.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE MENTIONED LIDS. LIDS MUST BE CLOSED AT ALL TIMES TO MINIMIZE RODENT/INSECT ACTIVITIES. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RAW WOOD BETWEEN THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND WALL BY THE THEE COMPARTMENT SINK,SURFACE POROUS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
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: SCREEN THAT COVERS WINDOW FAN WITH DUST AND GREASE BUILD-UP, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: BROKEN WALL UNDER THE WALL AIR CONDITION ,SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN.ALSO BROKEN CEILING WALL INSIDE THE BOY'S WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REAIR CAUSE,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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: BROKEN WALL UNDER THE WALL AIR CONDITION ,SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN.ALSO BROKEN CEILING WALL INSIDE THE BOY'S WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR,INSTRUCTED TO REAIR CAUSE,SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
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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