FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DURKIN ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 17, 2024
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License #26831
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES, BELOW FURNITURE ITEMS, AND ON FLOOR IN CLOSETS IN THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: ROOM 103, ROOM 105, ROOM 112. OBSERVED MICROWAVE AND REFRIGERATOR IN ALL NOTED CLASSROOMS AND COUCHES IN ROOMS 105 AND 112. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MOUSE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND MAINTAIN FREE OF DROPPINGS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020(A).
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED SOILED PLASTIC WRAP USED AS A TIE FOR DRY FOOD BAGS IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PLASTIC WRAP AND REPLACE WITH A SMOOTH AND EASILY-CLEANABLE NONFOOD-CONTACT SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S STAFF RESTROOM MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR ALL WOMEN'S AND ALL-GENDER RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED 1ST FLOOR WOMEN'S STAFF RESTROOM MISSING COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR SANITARY NAPKINS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLE FOR ALL WOMEN'S AND ALL-GENDER RESTROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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