GALLISTEL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED TIMED FAUCETS NOT OPERABLE IN PRE-K STAFF WASHROOM. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER (77F) AT HAND WASHING SINK IN KINDERGARTEN ROOM 109. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCETS AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, NO HOT WATER AT LEFT SINK IN BOYS LOWER-LEVEL WASHROOM, HOT WATER FAUCET TURNED OFF, DOES NOT SHUT OFF WHEN IN USE AND LOOSE COLD-WATER FAUCET AT HAND WASHING SINK IN STAFF WASHROOM AT TOP OF STAIRWAY, LOW WATER PRESSURE, MIDDLE SINK SLOW DRAINING AND LEFT SINK NOT OPERABLE IN GIRLS WASHROOM 210, LOOSE FAUCET AND RIGHT SINK NOT SECURE TO WALL IN BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM.

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 OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS NOT COVERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO COVER ALL DUMPSTERS AND LIDS SHALL BE TIGHT FITTING. PRIORITY FOUNDAITON 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 PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN KITCHEN AND OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS UNDER STAIRWELL NEAR EXIT DOORS BY KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN KITCHEN AND OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS UNDER STAIRWELL NEAR EXIT DOORS BY KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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.