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GUIDEPOST FIC B LLC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

GUIDEPOST FIC B LLC (AKA: GUIDEPOST MONTESSORI WICKER PARK) 1530 N DAMEN AVE, CHICAGO 60622 Children's Services Facility
November 20, 2019 Canvass License #2548831
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WAHSING SINKS IN FOOD PREP AREA, WASHROOMS AND CLASSROOMS THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #36
MINOR
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VISIBLE WORKING THERMOMETER AT THE MILK REFRIGERATOR LOCATED IN FONT PREP AREA. MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETER AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH 3-COMPERTMENT SINK IN FOOF PREP AREA. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED A FEW WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN TODDLER CLASS ROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR AND CHILDREN'S HOUSE ENGLISH UPPER LEVEL. MUST REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATIONS VENTS IN CLASSROOMS AND ADULT WASHROOM THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON CEILING VENTILATIONS VENTS IN CLASSROOMS AND ADULT WASHROOM THROUGHOUT PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

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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