FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
FAIRFIELD ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 19, 2018
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License #26701
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #3
CRITICAL
Violation Details
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES UPON ARRIVAL FROM RECEIVING SCHOOL : TRAYS OF COOKED CHICKEN ALFREDO AT 112.4-135.6F. ALL PRODUCT VOLUNTARILY DISPOSED OF AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME. APPROX 30 LBS $100 VALUE. VIOLATION 7-38-005A CRITICAL.
Why This Matters
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
Food Code Requirement
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Specific Requirements
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-201.11 - 2-201.13
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MICE ACTIVITY NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: OVER 40 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED IN PREP AREA ON FLOOR INBETWEEN FILE CABINETS, NEXT TO FOOD PERSONNEL DESK AND ON SIDES OF SAFE IN DRY STORAGE AREA. OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN JANITORIAL STORAGE AREA, AND ON SHELVES IN COMPUTER/BOOK STORAGE AREA LOCATED ADJACENT TO PREP AREA. EXTREME CLUTTER/UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND DEBRIS NOTED IN STORAGE AREAS. INSTD TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS. VIOLATION 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: RUSTY WIRE RACKS IN MILK COOLERS. INSTD TO REMOVE RUSTY SURFACES 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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCETS LEAKING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT SERVING LINE. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK FAUCETS LEAKING. INSTD TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. NO EXPOSED HANDSINK AT SERVING LINE. INSTD TO INSTALL SAME WITH HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE.
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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CDPH Food Protection