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EARLE SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

EARLE SCHOOL 2040 W 62nd (6200S) ST, CHICAGO 60636 School
February 9, 2017 Canvass License #3399102
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: MUST OBTAIN ALL STATE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS THAT SHOULD BE IN THE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK. SERIOIS 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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY INTERIOR OF METAL STORAGE CABINET IN STORAGE ROOM.
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: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF REFFIGERATOR AND MICROWAVE OVEN INSDE STORAGE ROOM IN PRE-K 109, CABINET INTERIORS IN SINK AREA AND TABLES IN TEACHER'S LOUNGE.
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: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN BOTH PRE-K CLASSROOMS(EXCESSIVE DIRT AND DEBRIS PRESENT). DETAIL CELAN FLOOR IN DINING ROOM ALONG THE BASE OF THE WALLS UNDERNEATH THE WINDOWS(L0T'S OF FOOD DEBRIS PRESENT.
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: RE-SEAL OR REPLACE ALL WALL COVE THROUGHOUT KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM. CLEAN STAINS FROM WALLS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS, AND STUDENT DINING ROOM. CLEAN ALL DUSTY HEAT VENTS THROUGHOUT WHERE PRESENT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAKY FAUCETS AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN DISH WASHING AREA.
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 #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MASSIVE CLUTTER FOUND IN BOTH PRE-K CLASSROOM CLOSETS. ALL ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR WHICH WILL ALLOW THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY ACCESS TO SERVICE THESE AREAS.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.
Violation #41
MAJOR
PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: MASSIVE CLUTTER FOUND IN BOTH PRE-K CLASSROOM CLOSETS. ALL ARTICLES MUST BE PROPERLY STORED ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR WHICH WILL ALLOW THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY ACCESS TO SERVICE THESE AREAS.
Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.
Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.
Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

Health Department Information

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