GALLISTEL LANGUAGE ACADEMY 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: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PROVIDED AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED, OVERFLOWING TRASH(BOXES NOT BROKEN DOWN)IN NON FOOD DUMPSTERS. BOTH FOOD AND NON-FOOD DUMPSTERS FOUND WITH LIDS THAT DO NOT CLOSE PROPERLY(FRAMES BENT AND LARGE HOLES ON SIDES OF LIDS. MUST KEEP ALL DUMPSTERS CLOSED AND NEED TO REPLACE OR REPAIR LIDS(MUST BE TIGHT-FITTING) ON ALL DUMPSTERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG THE WALL BASES AND IN CORNERS IN KITCHEN STORAGE ROOM AND IN FOOD PREP/DISHWAHING AREAS(DIRT AND DEBRIS NOTED).

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: CLEAN ALL DEAD BUGS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS. REMOVE CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALLS IN HALLWAYS ON LOWER LEVEL IN MAIN BUILDING AND RE-PAINT. CLEAN WALLS, CEILINGS AND VENTS IN ALL STUDENT WASHROOMS IN BOTH MODULAR BUILDINGS.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE BLOWN LIGHT INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER BY WINDOW AT THE END OF THE SERVICE LINE.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR BROKEN FAUCETS(2) STUDENT WASHROOMS ON SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR IN MAIN BUILDING. REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN STUDENT WAASHROOMS IN MODULAR BUILDING(S).

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: REPAIR BROKEN FAUCETS(2) STUDENT WASHROOMS ON SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR IN MAIN BUILDING. REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN STUDENT WAASHROOMS IN MODULAR BUILDING(S).

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.