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Holmes Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Holmes 955 W Garfield (5500S), CHICAGO 60621 School
February 6, 2020 Canvass License #23831
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 75 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR UNDER DRY FOOD STORAGE SHELVES.OFFICE - ALONG WALL BASE NEXT TO FILE CABINETS.LUNCH ROOM- UNDERNEATH BOTH HAND SINKS.STAFF LOUNGE-UNDER HAND SINK,IN BETWEEN STOVE AND DRYER,ON LOWER LEDGE BEHIND REFRIGERATOR.PRE-K ROOM 101-ON FLOOR BEHIND CUBBIES,NEXT TO FILE CABINET AND BOXES,LOWER CABINET AT HAND SINK,LOWER SHELF NEAR WINDOW.ALSO. EVIDENCE OF APPX. 20 LIVE ANTS CRAWLING ON FOOD ON FLOOR IN LUNCH ROOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/6/20.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)
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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM PRE-K 103 CUBBIES AND SHELVING UNITS.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINKS TO STAY ON LONGER IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S & BOY'S,2ND FL.MIDDLE GIRL'S & BOY'S. PRE-K ROOM 101 & 103.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED CONCRETE FLOOR IN LUNCH ROOM ALONG WINDOWS AND KITCHEN OFFICE.STAFF LOUNGE -HOLE IN REAR STORAGE AREA & LOOSE WALL BASE IN LOUNGE AREA.KITCHEN-MISSING WALL BASE OUTSIDE OF OFFICE.
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: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM WALLS IN LUNCH ROOM.
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: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS NEAR MILK COOLER AT SERVING LINE AND LUNCH ROOM.
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: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 101 & 103 CLOSETS AND CLASS ROOMS.
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: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 101 & 103 CLOSETS AND CLASS ROOMS.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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