GALLISTEL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN WITH HOT WATER TRICKLING OUT AT 91.5F. OBSERVED HOT WATER AT HAND SINK IN STAFF TOILET ROOM AT 66.9F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE OPERABLE AND MINIMUM TEMPERATURE MUST BE 100.0F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 200 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN, SPECIFICALLY IN DRY STORAGE/OFFICE AREA, ALONG WALLS BEHIND WALK-IN FREEZER AND ADJACENT WALL BEHIND OVEN AND ALONG OPPOSITE WALL WITH REACH IN COOLERS. EVIDENCE OF RODENTS WAS OBSERVED IN VIRTUALLY EVERY CORNER OF THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL COMPANY FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED CARBOARD FOOD TRAYS IMPROPERLY STORED NEXT TO WINDOW AND ON TOP OF SERVING LINES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO INVERT TRAYS TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION. MANAGER INVERTED TRAYS DURING INSPECTION.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED GASKETS SEVERELY DETERIORATED ON DOORS OF REACH IN COOLER LABELED WITH ASSET TAG #Z1075989. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAK AT BOTTOM OF HAND SINK IN KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED 1 OF 2 OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS WITH TRASH ABOVE THE RIM AND LID UNABLE TO CLOSE TIGHTLY. INSTRUCTED MANAGER THAT ALL LIDS MUST BE CLOSED AND TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON WALLS AND CEILING IN KITCHEN, FOOD SPLATTER ALONG WALLS LEADING TO DINE IN SEATING AREA AND DEBRIS ON FLOORS BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING/ BROKEN FLOOR TILES IN WOMENS LOCKER ROOM/TOILET AREA AND PEELING PAINT ON WALLS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE BULBS REPLACED WITH BRIGHTER BULBS FOR MORE ILLUMINATION.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING THROUGHOUT KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE BULBS REPLACED WITH BRIGHTER BULBS FOR MORE ILLUMINATION.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.