FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ERNST PRUSSING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 23, 2018
Canvass
License #25031
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Previous minor violation from inspection report#1995662 dated: 03/16/2017 not corrected. #38- INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING ISSUES: 2ND FLOOR SOUTH GIRLS WASHROOM LEFT HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINING 15 SECONDS TIMED METERED FAUCET, 1ST FLOOR BOY'S WASHROOM 2 HAND SINK NOT MAINTAINING 15 SECONDS TIMED METERED FAUCET (REQUIREMENT THAT METERED FAUCET STAY ACTIVE FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE NEEDING TO BE REACTIVATED).-------NO (HOT) RUNNING WATER AT RIGHT HAND SINK IN GIRLS 1ST FLOOR WASHROOM. LEFT HANDSINK WORKING FINE. 06/16/2017 Instructed to correct noted violation and maintain by 1/30/2018. Serious Violation 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: The Vegetable green cutting board has deep,dark grooves.Instructed to replace and maintain. instructed to replace/repair rusty shelvings inside the walk-in-cooler using a non-toxic finish and maintain.
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: Detail clean and sanitize students water fountains throughout the 1st,2nd flr of building and maintain.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed scattered sites of peeling paint on walls in 1st flr boys toilet room.Instructed to remove peeling paints from said walls and make to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces and maintain. Remove dusts accumulations from ceiling fan blades in students lunch room 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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed scattered sites of peeling paint on walls in 1st flr boys toilet room.Instructed to remove peeling paints from said walls and make to smooth,easily cleanable surfaces and maintain. Remove dusts accumulations from ceiling fan blades in students lunch room 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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