FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
GWENDOLYN BROOKS PREP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
October 28, 2016
Canvass
License #47051
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 28, 2016. The inspection type was "Canvass" 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 7 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
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 SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN DRY STORAGE AREA, 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN DISH WASHING AREA, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM 202, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER IN ELECTRICAL ROOM 203, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM 204, 60 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN GYM ATHLETIC STORAGE 228 , 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG STAIR WAY LEADING TO MECHANICAL ROOM 250. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS IN FOURTH FLOOR MECHANICAL ROOMS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT/TEMPERED WATER IN THE FOLLOWING WASHROOMS;BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOM 315, BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOMS 217, SECOND FLOOR BOYS AND GIRLS LIBRARY WASHROOMS, BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOMS 154, GREEN ROOM WASHROOM, BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOMS 141, BOYS WASHROOM 121. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT/TEMPERED(85F)WATER AT WASHBOWLS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, UTILITY, DISH WASHING AND STORAGE AREAS. REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR TILE BEHIND REAR SERVING LINE.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REPAIR ROOF LEAK IN MECHANICAL ROOM 407. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN SERVING AND HALLWAY AREAS.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INCREASE WATER PRESSURE AT SINK IN GREEN ROOM WASHROOM. REPAIR TIMED FAUCETS ON SINKS IN BOYS WASHROOM 322 AND GIRLS WASHROOM 122.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INCREASE WATER PRESSURE AT SINK IN GREEN ROOM WASHROOM. REPAIR TIMED FAUCETS ON SINKS IN BOYS WASHROOM 322 AND GIRLS WASHROOM 122.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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