FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
CURTIS ELEMENTARY MODULAR Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
December 9, 2011
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #1964659
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on December 9, 2011. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS FROM 11-8-2011 NOT CORRECTED. (18)OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 1 INCH GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF EXIT 4 DOOR IN ANNEX BUILDING AND FOUND 1/4 INCH GAPS ALONG BOTTOMS OF EXIT 5,6,7 AND 8 DOORS IN THE MAIN BUILDING. ALSO FOUND CRACKED CONCRETE THRESHOLDS ALONG BOTTOM OF EXIT 8 DOORS IN THE MAIN BUILDING. MUST REPAIR THRESHOLDS AND REPLACE DOOR SWEEPS AND MAKE ALL DOORS INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. (29)PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION FROM 9-17-2010 REPORT # 413598 NOT CORRECTED. MUST REPAIR PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN SERVICE AREA IN THE MAIN BUILDING. SEAL GAPS ALONG ALL BASEBOARDS IN STUDENT DINING ROOM TO PREVENT ANY HIDING AREAS FOR PESTS. MUST CORRECT ALL SERIOUS VIOLATIONS BY THE DATES SPECIFIED ON THE REPORT. (CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090 ON MAIN BUILDING REPORT)
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
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: SERIOUS VIOLATION # 18 UPGRADED TO CRITICAL VIOLATION # 14.
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: MUST REMOVE ALL RUST FROM STORAGE SHELVES IN ANNEX FOOD STORAGE AREAS AND REPAINT OR REPLACE. REPAIR 1ST HAND DRYER IN 3RD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM IN THE ANNEX BUILDING.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASES IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASES IN REAR FOOD STORAGE AREA TO PREVENT RODENT HARBORAGE.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection