FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Gale Community Academy Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
October 5, 2010
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #31081
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #413967 DATED 9.28.10 WAS NOT CORRECTED AS FOLLOWS: #18 OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. OBSERVED ON LOWER LEVEL OF AIR INTAKE ROOM ABOUT 1" BIRD DROPPINGS ON FLOOR. ABOVE FLOOR OBSERVED OPEN GATE. FROM 2ND FLOOR WINDOW OBSERVED THE SAME OPEN GATE SURROUNDED BY A GATED STRUCTURE CONNECTED TO THE WALL. INSIDE THE STRUCTURE OBSERVED 5 DEAD BIRDS WITH BIRD FECAL MATTER AND FEATHER. THIS AREA SUPPLIES FRESH AIR TO ENTIRE BUILDING. SCHOOL WAS PUT ON 48 HOUR NOTICE #10-201. CITATION #63815-16 COURT DATE 11.11.10, 400 W SUPERIOR, ROOM 112 AT 10 AM
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #18
CORRECTED
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: VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED SEE VIOLATION #14.
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.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT #413967 DATED 9.28.10.
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: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT #413967 DATED 9.28.10.
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: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT #413967 DATED 9.28.10.
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: MUST COMPLY WITH VIOLATIONS NOTED ON REPORT #413967 DATED 9.28.10.
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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