GRANNY'S DAYCARE CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR INSIDE CABINET UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEAR REFRIGERATOR,, STOVE AND EXPOSED SINK, 5 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS ON ROLLING CART, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON PONE OUTLET, MICROWAVE AND COUNTER TOP IN KITCHEN, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER TABLES, ON TOTES, BEHIND CRATES, ETC IN SOUTHEAST CORNER NEAR EXIT DOOR, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOY SHELVES AND INSIDE CANVAS BAGS ALONG WEST WALL, 3 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE TOY BOX IN NORTHWEST CORNER OF CLASSROOM NEAR KITCHEN, 15-20 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE CLOSET ACROSS FROM CHANGING TABLE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON WOODEN SHELF IN UTILITY CLOSET, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON WINDOW LEDGES AND FLOOR NEAR BEDS ALONG EAST WALL IN SOUTH CLASSROOM, 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND FILE CABINET , 10 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND TOY SHELVES IN INFANT ROOM, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON UNUSED EQUIPMENT, SHELVING ETC IN SOUTHWEST CORNER IN BASEMENT. OBSERVED WHITE POWDER SUBSTANCE INSIDE CABINETS UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, ALONG STAIRWAY AND WALLS IN BASEMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY OR CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.

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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM REPORT#670722 ON 2-24-12. 31-MUST REMOVE LARGE POTS AND PANS TOO LARGE TO BE FULLY SUBMERGED IN 3-COMP SINK OR PROVIDE LARGER SINK. 3-COMP SINK MUST BE LARGE ENOUGH TO FULLY SUBMERGE THE LARGEST PIECE OF EQUIPMENT. 38-VENTILATION ON SITE NOT DUCTED TO ROOF. PREMISES NOW PREPARES OWN MEALS ON SITE AND HAS A RESIDENTIAL HOOD ABOVE STOVE. 41-MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION DUCT TO ROOF. MUST ALSO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS OR PROVIDE OPEN WINDOW TO THE AIR. 41-MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY CLUTTER FROM ALL STORAGE CLOSETS, MOP CLOSET AND BASEMENT. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6-INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: RE-WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE ALL CLEAN FOOD EQUIPMENT/UTENSILS AND INVERT TO PROTECT FROM CONTAMINATION.

Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.

Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.

Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVING IN UTILITY CLOSET.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTEIROR AND EXTEIROR OF ALL CABINETS IN KITCHEN, TOY SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN KITCHEN, CLASSROOM, STORAGE, UTILITY, ELECTRICAL CLOSETS AND BASEMENT AREAS. SEAL OPENING IN FLOOR IN UTILITY CLOSET.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL OPENING ABOVE OUTLET COVER ALONG EAST WALL IN CLASSROOM NEAR KITCHEN. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ETC IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL OPENING ABOVE OUTLET COVER ALONG EAST WALL IN CLASSROOM NEAR KITCHEN. SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ETC IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET.

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.