EDWARD COLES ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HOT WATER IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM AT 123.7F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT HOT WATER MUST NOT EXCEED 120.0F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C)

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 5-10 RODENT DROPPINGS STUCK ON THE WALL NEAR CEILING ABOVE PREP TABLE AND ON FLOOR BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. AN EMPLOYEE VACUUMED DROPPINGS DURING INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD INSECTS IN DRY STORAGE AREAS AND ALONG PERIMETER OF WALLS IN KITCHEN AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE. SOME CLEANING WAS DONE DURING INSPECTION.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A SLOW DRAIN AT HAND SINK IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MOLD-LIKE SUBSTANCE AND DIRT BUILD UP ON WALLS IN KITCHEN BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT AND BEHIND WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AND IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR CRACKED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CRACKED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN AND IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR CRACKED FLOORS AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.