FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
GRANNY'S DAYCARE CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
February 4, 2013
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #1904511
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Inspection Summary
This children's services facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 4, 2013. The inspection type was "Complaint Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FORM REPORT #1154837 ON 1-28-13. 18-3 MICE DROPPINGS ON PHONE OUTLET IN KITCHEN, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER TABLE, ON AND BEHIND TOTES AND STORAGE BOXES IN SOUTHEAST CORNER NEAR EXIT DOOR, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOY SHELVES AND INSIDE CANVAS BAGS ALONG WEST WALL, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON WOODEN SHELF IN UTILITY CLOSET, 5 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN UTILITY CLOSET.. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 29-PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM REPORT #670722 ON 2-24-12. 38-VENTILATION ON SITE NOT DUCTED TO ROOF. PREMISES NOW PREPARES OWN MEALS ON SITE AND HAS A RESIDENTIAL HOOD ABOVE STOVE. MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION DUCT TO ROOF. MUST ALSO REPAIR MECHANICAL VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS OR PROVIDE OPEN WINDOW TO THE AIR. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CHICAGO FOOD SANITATION MANAGER ON DUTY OR ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE POSTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO POST ORIGINAL CERTIFICATE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: SEAL RAW WOOD SHELVING IN UTILITY CLOSET.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN KITCHEN, TOY SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL CABINETS IN KITCHEN, TOY SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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