FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ELI WHITNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 31, 2018
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #25841
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #13
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: PREVIOUS CRITICAL VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF AN INFESTATION OF RODENT DROPPINGS APPX. 50 OR MORE ALONG WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM NEAR MILK CRATE STORAGE,ON LEDGE IN ADDITIONAL LUNCHROOM AND NEAR GARBAGE BAIL,NORTH PRE-K ROOM M-4 ON SHELVING UNITS AND ON TOP OF TOY,PRE-K ROOM M-3 ON UNDER SHELVING UNITS,COMPUTER DESK AND BETWEEN PIPES ALONG WALL.ALSO,APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAPS ALONG BOTTOM OF DOORS NORTH.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/31/18.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM MILK WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM WINDOW SILLS AND EXHAUST WINDOW FAN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER AND LUNCHROOM.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN PREP AND SERVING LINE AREAS,LUNCHROOM.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELDS IN LUNCH ROOM AND PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST BASEMENT (G & B),2ND FL (B) LAST HAND SINK FOR FAUCET TO STAY ON LONGER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. (B) NO RUNNING WATER AT 1 OF 4 SINKS
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: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST BASEMENT (G & B),2ND FL (B) LAST HAND SINK FOR FAUCET TO STAY ON LONGER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. (B) NO RUNNING WATER AT 1 OF 4 SINKS
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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