PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
DOWNTOWN CHILDRENS LEARNING PLACE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
March 2, 2021
License
License #2215878
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED NO IRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATORS ON THE PREMISES TO MEASURE THE UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE INSIDE OF THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED HOSE WITH SPLITTER ATTACHED TO UTILITY SINK. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICE. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED ITEMS STORED DIRECTLY ON FLOOR OF CLOSET IN PLAYROOM. INSTRUCTED MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES ABOVE THE FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR PROPER CLEANING. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE GAPS BETWEEN FLOORS AND BASEBOARD IN REAR RESTROOM ON THE RIGHT, AND SEVERAL DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN THE OTHER 3 RESTROOMS (PEELING PAINT, ETC.). MUST REPAIR DAMAGED BASEBOARDS AND MUST FILL ALL GAPS IN BETWEEN FLOORS AND BASEBOARDS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED LARGE GAPS BETWEEN FLOORS AND BASEBOARD IN REAR RESTROOM ON THE RIGHT, AND SEVERAL DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN THE OTHER 3 RESTROOMS (PEELING PAINT, ETC.). MUST REPAIR DAMAGED BASEBOARDS AND MUST FILL ALL GAPS IN BETWEEN FLOORS AND BASEBOARDS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. MUST MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection