FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
COOPER ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
May 15, 2012
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License #22831
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: THE THIRD FLOOR BOY'S WASHROOM IS BEING USED WITH AN INOPERATIVE SINK AND URINALS THAT WON'T FLUSH, REPAIR THE URINALS AND SINK SO THE CHILDREN CAN WASH THERE HANDS AFTER USING THE BATHROOM FACILITIES.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: THE TEACHER'S LOUNGE BATHROOM BASEBOARDS AND FLOORS OF THE 2ND FLOOR WOMEN'S ROOM FLOOR ARE DAMAGED, REPAIR AREAS SO THEY ARE SANITARY.
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: THE GIRL'S BASEMENT WASHROOM HAS EXPOSED INSULATION AND THE WALLS ARE DAMAGED AND UNSANITARY, REPAIR THE WALLS AND CEILING MOUNTED PIPES.
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: THE GIRL'S BASEMENT WASHROOM HAS EXPOSED INSULATION AND THE WALLS ARE DAMAGED AND UNSANITARY, REPAIR THE WALLS AND CEILING MOUNTED PIPES.
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