Esmond Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 5 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER TROPHY TABLE IN GYM STORAGE, 7 MICE DROPPINGS IN MDF ROOM ACROSS FROM GYM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM NEAR LUNCHROOM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE CLOSET NEAR WASHROOM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN STOCKROOM, 5 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNERS IN WATER HEATER ROOM IN UNUSED OFFICE AREA, 2 MICE DROPPINGS NEAR POP MACHINE IN TEACHERS LOUNGE, 8 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF ELECTRICAL BOXES IN SWITCH ROOM, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON TABLE NEAR MICROWAVE, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNER NEAR LIBRARY, 5 MICE DROPPINGS IN CORNER NEAR DESK IN KINDERGARTEN ROOM 114, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR AND ALONG WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 110, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE FILE CABINETS IN ROOM 111 AND 113, 6 MICE DROPPINGS UNDER PANEL BOARD IN ROOM 217, 4 MICE DROPPINGS IN LIBRARY BEHIND WATER MACHINE, 8 MICE DROPPINGS IN WORK ROOM IN LIBRARY, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND SHELVES IN STOREROOM 317. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REPAIR DOOR SWEEPS ON EXIT DOORS NEAR LUNCHROOM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H70448 COURT DATE 4-7-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. ALL TABLES, SHELVES, CUBBIES, FILE CABINETS NEED CLEANING IN PRE-K/KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM AND STORAGE AREAS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING IN CLASSROOM, STORAGE AND CLOSET AREAS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS (PRE-K ROOM, ROOM 113, DINING AREA, STORAGE AREAS, ETC. SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN ANNEX KITCHEN, GYM, GYM STORAGE, BOYS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS IN KITCHEN AND DINING AREAS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS. REPAIR WALL IN LUNCHROOM NEAR DRY STORAGE AREA. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN SERVING AREA (MAIN BUILDING). WALLS AND CEILING NEED REPAIR IN DINING AREA (MAIN BUILDING).

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAK UNDER SINK IN GIRLS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM (MAIN BUILDING). INCREASE PRESSURE ON 2ND FLOOR WATER FOUNTAIN (MAIN BUILDING).

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAK UNDER SINK IN GIRLS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM (MAIN BUILDING). INCREASE PRESSURE ON 2ND FLOOR WATER FOUNTAIN (MAIN BUILDING).

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.