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DAVID G FARRAGUT ACADEMY H/S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

DAVID G FARRAGUT ACADEMY H/S (AKA: FARRAGUT) 2345 S Christiana, CHICAGO 60623 School
March 14, 2011 Canvass License #53091
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT DROPPINGS TO NUMEROUS TO COUNT SCATTERED THROUGHOUT IN VARIOUS AREAS 2ND FL. KITCHEN ELECTRICAL ROOM & BAG OF POISON,POISON AT MOTOR OF COOLER,2ND &3RD FL. SERVING LINE AT MOTOR OF COOLER,ROTC ,MAIN OFFICE STORAGE,PRE-K,ELEVATOR LIFT ROOM,BASEMENT ELECTRICAL,MAINTENANCE BREAK ROOM,BOILER ROOM,BASEMENT STORAGE ROOM,DOCK FIRE PUMP ROOM,OUTSIDE STORAGE,1ST FL. MOP SINK CLOSET.DEAD DECAYED MOUSE ON FLOOR IN OLD INCINURATOR ROOM,DOORS ARE NOT TIGHT FITTING ON #6,11,17,18,DOCK DOOR & FRAME RUSTED OUT.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS & POISON,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS,RODENT PROOF DOORS & FRAME.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/14/11.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR SALAD COOLER,MILK WALK IN COOLER DOOR TRIM IN POOR REPAIR,NURSE'S OFFICE TRIM AT 1- COMPARTMENT SINK IN POOR REPAIR,MISSING SIGN ON 1ST FL.BOY'S OLD BUILDING.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON PREP TABLE IN KITCHEN.
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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN SHELVING UNIT IN CABINET,STAFF BREAK ROOM MICROWAVE,INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE #1 WALK IN COOLER FLOOR PANEL IN POOR REPAIR,BROKEN CONCRETE AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,2ND FL. STAFF (W) FLOOR DAMAGED,1ST FL GIRL'S (N) DAMAGED FLOOR IN STALL,HOLE IN FLOOR IN MAINTENANCE BREAKROOM.MUST CLEAN FLOOR IN ELEVATOR AREA ROOM.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN KITCHEN,MOLD ON WALL AT COOKING EQUIPMENT,2ND FL. LUNCH ROOM,3RD FL.(N)&(S) SERVING LINE & WALL DAMAGED,2ND FL.STAFF (W)TOILET ROOM,TREASURE'S OFFICE,PRE-K ROOM.MISSING WALL BASES IN NURSE'S OFFICE TOILET ROOM,MDF ROOM,PRE-K MISSING & DAMAGED WALL BASES,1ST FL. MOP SINK.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN BASEMENT ELECTRICAL ROOM.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 3RD FL.(S)BOY'S NO HOT WATER AT 1 HAND SINK & NURSE'S STATION TOILET ROOM,LOW WATER PRESSURE AT CUSTODIAL WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST ADJUST SOME HAND SINK FAUCETS IN TOILET ROOMS.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 3RD FL.(S)BOY'S NO HOT WATER AT 1 HAND SINK & NURSE'S STATION TOILET ROOM,LOW WATER PRESSURE AT CUSTODIAL WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM.MUST ADJUST SOME HAND SINK FAUCETS IN TOILET ROOMS.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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