FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CICS LONGWOOD Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 25, 2011
Complaint
License #1981778
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: 30 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ALONG WALL BASES IN WEST DINING ROOM BEHIND COOLERS & HOT HOLDING BOX IN SERVICE LINE AREA, ON FLOOR IN CLOSET IN DRY GODS STORAGE ROOM AND IN CLEANING SUPPLY STORAGE ROOM-MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, REPAIR EXIT DOORS BY NURSES OFFICE, SEAL UP ANY OPENINGS FOUND , AND ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN STORAGE ROOM-CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT OR REPLACE ALL CABINETS IN KITCHEN, & RUSTY STORAGE RACK WHERE CLEAN EQUIPMENT IS STORED.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CAN OPENER, STORAGE RACK FOR CLEAN EQUIPMENT, CLEAN AND/OR PAINT LOWER SHELVES UNDERNEATH PREP TABLES IN KITCHEN AND IN TEACHER'S SERVICE LINE AREA, INTERIOR CABINETS OF DEEP FRYERS, SIDES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED.
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: REPAIR LARGE HOLE IN EAST DINING ROOM FLOOR. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH(DEEP FRYERS)AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED. KEEP FLOORS IN BOILER ROOM DRY.
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: PAINT RUSTY WALL VENT IN GIRL'S WASHROOM ON LOWER LEVEL, REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM CEILING IN GIRL'S WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR, CLEAN DUSTY WALL VENTS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS ON 3RD FLOOR. SEAL ALL LOOSE WALL COVE IN DINING ROOMS ON LOWER LEVEL. CLEAN AND/ OR PAINT DOORS TO KITCHEN AND STORE ROOM/MGR.'S OFFICE.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PAINT RUSTY WALL VENT IN GIRL'S WASHROOM ON LOWER LEVEL, REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM CEILING IN GIRL'S WASHROOM ON FIRST FLOOR, CLEAN DUSTY WALL VENTS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS ON 3RD FLOOR. SEAL ALL LOOSE WALL COVE IN DINING ROOMS ON LOWER LEVEL. CLEAN AND/ OR PAINT DOORS TO KITCHEN AND STORE ROOM/MGR.'S OFFICE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection