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GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 4106 W 28TH ST, CHICAGO 60623 School
February 22, 2018 Canvass License #3491743
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.75 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN PREP AREA LOWER CABINET AT 2- COMP HAND SINK,LOWER STORAGE CABINET,ON FLOOR UNDER SAME STORAGE CABINETS AND REFRIGERATORS,PRE-SCHOOL ROOM #1-ON FLOOR NEXT TO COPY MACHINE,WALL OUTLET NEAR WINDOW,PRE-SCHOOL ROOM #2-ON FLOOR UNDER LUNCH BAG STORAGE SHELF,TOY SHELVES AND CUBBIES,STORAGE CLOSET FLOOR AND SHELVING UNITS,ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES OF TOYS AND CABINETS,RADIATORS.ALSO APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP IN CORNER OF FRONT DOUBLE RIGHT DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/22/18.(SERIOUS 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.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW AND NO FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED AND SERVED SUCH AS(CHICKEN NUGGETS,HOT DOGS,MILK,ETC)MUST PROVIDE ,POST AND BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-012)
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL CUBBIES,STORAGE SHELVES IN PRE-SCHOOL AND CEILING FAN BLADES #1 & 2.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN GIRL'S TOILETROOM,LOOSE STAIR TREAD LEADING TO GYM.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AND DAMAGED WALLS UNDER WINDOWS IN PREP AREA AND IN PRE-SCHOOL#1.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING WALL BASES AND DAMAGED WALLS UNDER WINDOWS IN PREP AREA AND IN PRE-SCHOOL#1.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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