HIGH MOUNTAIN HEAD START Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA SPILL KIT WITH SPRAY EFFECTIVE NOROVIRUS AND MAINTAIN ON PREMISES AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 130 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN FACILITY IN CLASSROOMS A AND B IN AREAS ALONG WALLS, ON FLOOR AND IN SHELVING UNITS AND IN KITCHEN BEHIND AND ON THE SIDE OF STOVE, BEHIND REFRIGERATOR AND IN LOWER CABINET. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMENDED PEST CONTROL SERVICE FACILITY ON OR AFTER 10/13/2023. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED BOXES AND CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOORS OF BOTH CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS TO ELEVATE FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS AT LEAST SIX INCHES OFF OF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANABILITY AND TO PREVENT AREAS FOR PEST HARBORAGE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HOLES IN BOTH DUMPSTER LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE LIDS ON BOTH DUMPSTERS AND MAINTAIN TIGHT FITTING LIDS ON DUMPSTER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B) CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON DUCT VENT IN BLOCK AREA OF CLASSROOM B. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST IN DEBRIS IN ALL WINDOWSILLS IN CLASSROOM A AND B. INSTRUCTED TO 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILES IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILE 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON KITCHEN CEILING VENT COVER AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM CEILING VENT COVER. 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON KITCHEN CEILING VENT COVER AND WOMEN'S WASHROOM CEILING VENT COVER. 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.