FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Hirsch Metro. (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
October 16, 2012
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #47031
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN NORTHEAST BASEMENT STORAGE AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR INSIDE CLOSET IN MAIN OFFICE, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON WINDOW LEDGES, ALONG RADIATORS IN SOCIAL ROOM, 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN ROOM 120S, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN TEACHERS LOUNGE, 50-60 MICE DROPPINGS ON DESK AND FLOOR IN ROOM 138, 90-100 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE SHOWERS IN GIRLS FIRST FLOOR LOCKER ROOM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND BOXES IN ROOM 221S, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS ON FLOOR IN EAST GYM ALON VENTS, ETC, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOR UNDER RADIATORS IN GYM OFFICE, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN WEST GYM, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON ROLLING CARTS AND SHELVES IN SECOND FLOOR NORTH WOMEN WASHROOM NEAR GYM, 7 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN ROOM 328J, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM/STORAGE AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN ROOM 322S, 90-100 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR AND ROLLING CARTS IN THIRD FLOOR MICROSCOPE STORAGE AREA, ROOM 319. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT, SEAL ALL CRACKS AND OPENINGS IN FLOORS, WALLS, BASEBOARDS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE BASEMENT AREA, IN KITCHEN, AND IN DINING AREA. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP.
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: MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL EQUIPMENT(INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS) IN ALL STORAGE ROOMS, IN KITCHEN, ON SERVICE LINES, IN UNUSED DISH WASHING AREA, WALK-IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS, PREP TABLES AND SHELVES, DRAWERS, HOOD ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT, EXTERIORS AND LEDGES (INCLUDING LEGS) OF ALL PREP TABLES AND SHELVES AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL DESKS, SHELVING UNITS, ROLLING CARTS, ETC IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT ALL AREAS OF THE KITCHEN, BASEMENT UNDERNEATH THE KITCHEN, IN ALL STORAGE AND UNUSED DISH WASHING AREAS, AND THROUGHOUT ALL OTHER AREAS IN THE BUILDING WHERE NEEDED. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN FLOOR AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER RADIATORS IN GYM.
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: MUST SEAL ALL HOLES, OPENINGS, AND CRACKS IN ALL WALLS, FLOORS AND CEILINGS IN ALL AREAS AND REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALLS AND CEILINGS THROUGHOUT. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND LIGHT FIXTURES AND PIPE FITTINGS IN UTILITY CLOSET 128J AND FIRST BOYS WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND TOILETS, IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN GIRLS LOCKER ROOM WASHROOM. REMOVE PEELING PAINT IN UTILITY CLOSET NEAR POOL. SEAL OPENINGS UNDER SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS IN CEILING IN TEACHERS SECOND FLOOR WOMEN WASHROOM. SEAL OPENING IN CEILING AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN GYM OFFICE. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS IN WOMEN SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM NORTH. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN CLOSET 226. PROVIDE ACCESS TO ALL LOCKED STORAGE AREAS 320S, 321S, ETC. ALL LOCKED AREAS MUST BE CLEAN, ORGANIZED AND FREE OF PEST ACTIVITY.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INCREASE WATER PRESSURE ON LEFT SINK IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON UTILITY SINK IN 105J.
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 ON LEFT SINK IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON UTILITY SINK IN 105J.
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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