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Graham Branch Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

Graham Branch 745 W 45th St (4500S), CHICAGO 60609 School
June 17, 2010 Canvass License #70206
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REMOVE RUST ON SHELVES INSIDE MILK COOLER AND DRY STORAGE AREA.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR BOOK STORAGE ROOMS. ELEVATE ALL STOCK 6" OFF FLOOR. REPAIR THRESHOLDS UNDER DOORS ACROSS FROM ENGINEER OFFICE AND IN 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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR CEILING ABOVE COOLERS AND IN KITCHEN OFFICE. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND BEHIND TOILET IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS NEAR KITCHEN. SEAL LOOSE AND REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN ALL AREAS.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK. REPAIR FAUCETS IN KITCHEN STAFF, 1ST FLOOR GIRLS AND BOYS, AND 3RD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOMS(WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING). INCREASE PRESSURE ON FOLLOWING WATER FOUNTAINS: 1ST FLOOR (RIGHT)NEAR WASHROOMS, 1ST FLOOR NEAR KITCHEN, 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR (LEFT) WATER FOUNTAINS. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMP SINK. REPAIR FAUCETS IN KITCHEN STAFF, 1ST FLOOR GIRLS AND BOYS, AND 3RD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOMS(WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING). INCREASE PRESSURE ON FOLLOWING WATER FOUNTAINS: 1ST FLOOR (RIGHT)NEAR WASHROOMS, 1ST FLOOR NEAR KITCHEN, 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR (LEFT) WATER FOUNTAINS. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS.
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.

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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