FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCARE CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
February 16, 2016
License Re-Inspection
License #2215670
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT # 1631397 ON 2/5/16 NOT CORRECTED. (18)OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 5-15 DROPPINGS IN EACH OF THE STORAGE CLOSETS OF THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: 105,106,113,114,115, AND 129. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. MUST CORRECT SERIOUS VIOLATIONS BY THE DATES SPECIFIED ON THE REPORT. CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED 7-42-090
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL OPENINGS IN THE BASES OF THE DOORS IN THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: 105 RIGHT SIDE; 107 LEFT SIDE; 124 LEFT SIDE; 128 LEFT SIDE; AND 129 LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED LOOSE OR DAMAGED BASEBOARDS IN ROOM #124. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED UNCLEAN FLOORS IN TOILET ROOM IN CLASSROOM # 107. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST, DIRT AND DEBRIS IN THE FLOOR OF THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE FOLLOWING ROOMS: THE LAUNDRY ROOM; TOILET ROOM BETWEEN CLASSROOMS # 122-123; AND TOILET ROOM IN CLASSROOM # 106. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILE IN UTILITY CLOSET. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY, LOOSE AND OR DAMAGED FACETS IN THE TOILET ROOMS OF THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: 106-HOT WATER HANDLE; 113-HOT WATER HANDLE; TOILET ROOM BETWEEN #122 AND 123,HOT WATER WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SINK; TOILET ROOM BETWEEN # 128 AND 129 HOT WATER HANDLE ON LEFT SINK, COLD WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SINK; 130 TOILET ROOM HOT AND COLD HANDLES ON BOTH SINKS. OBSERVED HOT WATER NOT WORKING AT SINK IN CLASSROOM #130. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDLES ON ALL SINKS THROUGHOUT.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKY, LOOSE AND OR DAMAGED FACETS IN THE TOILET ROOMS OF THE FOLLOWING CLASSROOMS: 106-HOT WATER HANDLE; 113-HOT WATER HANDLE; TOILET ROOM BETWEEN #122 AND 123,HOT WATER WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SINK; TOILET ROOM BETWEEN # 128 AND 129 HOT WATER HANDLE ON LEFT SINK, COLD WATER HANDLE ON RIGHT SINK; 130 TOILET ROOM HOT AND COLD HANDLES ON BOTH SINKS. OBSERVED HOT WATER NOT WORKING AT SINK IN CLASSROOM #130. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL HANDLES ON ALL SINKS THROUGHOUT.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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