PASS
Risk 1 (High)
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY
(AKA: GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY)
3611 E 114TH ST, CHICAGO 60617
School
January 28, 2019
Canvass
License #2046684
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #6
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER EATING, TASTING, DRINKING, OR TOBACCO USE - Comments: OBSERVED A FOOD HANDLER EATING WHILE HANDLING FOODS. INSTRUCTED TO FOOD HANDLER NOT TO EAT WHILE HANDLING FOODS AND TO ALWAYS ONLY EAT IN DESIGNATED AREAS.
Why This Matters
Hands are #1 vehicle for pathogen transfer. Bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods causes majority of foodborne outbreaks.
Food Code Requirement
Proper handwashing and no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Specific Requirements
Wash hands for 20 seconds with soap and warm water; Use utensils, deli tissue, or gloves for ready-to-eat foods; Wash hands after restroom, handling raw foods, touching face/hair, and between tasks.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-301.11, 2-301.12, 2-301.14
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A HOT WATER KNOB MISSING ON ONE OF TWO FAUCETS OF THE HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE BOYS 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM AND BOYS ANNEX BUILDING TOILET ROOM. OBSERVED LEAK AT THE HOT WATER KNOB LOCATED IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL SAID AREAS.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DUMPSTER LIDS NOT CLOSED ON THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAKE SURE LIDS ARE CLOSED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DUMPSTER LIDS NOT CLOSED ON THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER. INSTRUCTED TO ALWAYS MAKE SURE LIDS ARE CLOSED.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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