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Inter-American Elementary Magnet School Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Inter-American Elementary Magnet School 851 W Waveland AVE, CHICAGO 60613 School
October 8, 2010 Canvass License #29191
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Adequate and convenient toilet facilities shall be provided. They should be properly designed, maintained, and accessible to employees at all times.GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED.WE(ENGINEER AND I)FOUND GIRLS WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR, BOTH WASHBOWLS WITHOUT HOT RUNNING WATER.WATER TEMP AT 63.2F.ALSO THE SAME WASHROOM(GIRLS) AND THE BOYS WASHROOM(SECOND FLOOR)NO PAPER TOWELS PROVIDED.GIRLS WASHROOM IN USE BY STUDENT.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER IN GIRLS WASHROOM,HAVE THE GIRLS USE THE OTHER GIRLS WASHROOM.PAPER TOWELS WERE PROVIDED IN BOTH WASHROOMS AFTER MY REQUEST. TAGGED GIRLS WASHROOM. FAX LETTER WHEN HOT WATER IS PROVIDE IN GIRLS WASHROOM(FAX # 312-746-4240)CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO64148
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 3-23-10, REPORT#52242. #38-MUST PROVIDE VENTILATION IN STAFF WASHROOM, NEXT TO DRY STORAGE(KITCHEN). SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-42-090 HOOOO64148-16
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN LINER OF INSIDE LID OF MILK CHEST COOLER,EXPOSED INSULATION
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. DETAIL CLEAN INTERIOR OF ICE MACHINE,TOP INTERIOR PART EXCESS MINERAL BUILD-UP.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR BROKEN WALL UNDER THE LEDGE OF WINDOW IN SECOND DINING ROOM,NEXT TO PARTICIAN MOBILE WALL.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REPAIR BROKEN WALL UNDER THE LEDGE OF WINDOW IN SECOND DINING ROOM,NEXT TO PARTICIAN MOBILE WALL.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

Health Department Information

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