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DUNBAR VOC. (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

DUNBAR VOC. (H/S) (AKA: DUNBAR VOCATIONAL CAREER ACADEMY) 3000 S King Dr (400E), CHICAGO 60616 School
January 11, 2013 Complaint License #53021
12
Total Violations
4
Critical
4
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

12
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: FOUND OUTER/INNER DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AT DOOR #13 AND AT STUDENT ENTRANCE 1/4"-1/2" GAPS NOTED. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTED AT BOTTOM OF EITHER OUTER OR INNER DOORS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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 #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: FOUND 1ST FL GIRLS TOILET ROOM BY SHOP AREA AND ACROSS FROM ROOM 101 WASH BOWLS NOT MAINTAINED. TOILET ROOM BY SHOP AREA HAS A MULTI FAUCET UNIT AND TWO WASH BOWLS IN IT-ONLY 1 WASH BOWL HAS RUNNING WATER AND THE PRESSURE FROM THAT SINK IS EXTREMELY LOW. THE OTHER TOILET ROOM ACROSS FROM ROOM 101 HAS 2 WASH BOWLS AND THE SAME THING WITH THE WASH BOWLS-ONLY ONE HAS RUNNING WATER AND ITS PRESSURE IS EXTREMELY LOW. ALSO, BOYS TOILET ROOM ACROSS FROM THE GYMNASIUM HAS THE SAME VIOLATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE RUNNING HOT/COLD WATER WITH ADEQUATE PRESSURE TO WASH BOWLS AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST PROPERLY LABEL BULK INGREDIENT CONTAINERS IN CULINARY.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELF IN CABINET UNDER STEAM TABLE LINE 2.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REATTACH OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL PANELS INSIDE OF WALK-IN COOLERS #1 & 2.
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: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF THE STOVES IN THE CULINARY ROOM.
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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN CULINARY, ELECTRICAL/MECHANICAL AND DOCK AREA.
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: MUST DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE VENTS IN GIRLS/BOYS TOILET ROOM.
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: MUST PROVIDE SHEILDS TO THE LIGHTS INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZER (#1) AND MAINTAIN.
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: MUST FIX THIRD (SANITIZING COMPARTMENT) IN KITCHEN-WATER DOES NOT STAY IN COMPARTMENT WHEN YOU CLOSE THE DRAIN. MUST FIX LEAK AT PIPES UNDER STEAM TABLE #2 AND MAINTAIN.
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: MUST FIX BROKEN/DAMAGED (RIGHT) FAUCET HEADS IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM ACROSS FROM THE GYMNASIUM AND ON THE 3RD FL. MUST FIX HAND DRYERS IN GIRLS 3RD FL TOILET ROOM.
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: MUST FIX BROKEN/DAMAGED (RIGHT) FAUCET HEADS IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM ACROSS FROM THE GYMNASIUM AND ON THE 3RD FL. MUST FIX HAND DRYERS IN GIRLS 3RD FL TOILET ROOM.
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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