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

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN THE BOYS AND THE GIRLS WASHROOMS AVAILABLE TO THE LUNCHROOM. WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE BOYS WASHROOM FOUND AT 43.3F AT ONE WASHBOWL AND 43.5F AT THE OTHER. WATER TEMPERATURE IN THE GIRLS WASHROOM FOUND AT 55.9F, 55.4F AND 54F AT THE THREE WASHBOWLS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED TO CPS SCHOOLS.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: MUST INSTALL A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN THE HAND WASHING SINK AND THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK DRYING RACK.

Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.

Prevent contamination during all food handling.

Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST NOT USE PAPER AS LINER FOR SHELVING INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER----MUST NOT USE CARDBOARD OR WOODEN BOXES AS FOOD CONTAINERS. MUST USE WASHABLE CONTAINERS.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED BOYS WASHROOM URINALS WITH AN AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM NOT MAINTAINED IN GOOD REPAIR. INCONSISTENT, UNABLE TO FLUSH OR TAKING AN EXTREME LENGTH OF TIME TO ACTIVATE THE AUTOMATIC FLUSHING SYSTEM. MUST REPAIR TO PROPERLY FLUSH.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED URINALS IN THE BOYS WASHROOM DIRTY, STAINED AND FILLED WITH URINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: NO WASTE CONTAINER AVAILABLE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK AT THE DISH WASH AREA. MANAGEMENT ACQUIRED CONTAINER DURING INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE AT ALL TIMES.

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: LARGE HOLES LOCATED IN THE FLOORS OF THE LUNCHROOM AND ONE FOUND UNDER A LUNCH TABLE FILLED WITH A PLASTIC SAFETY CONE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL/FILL ALL HOLES IN THE FLOORS.

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: WALL IN THE LUNCH ROOM WITH EXCESSIVE FOOD SPLATTER.----DIRTY FLOOR DRAINS IN THE EAST SIDE LUNCH ROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL. WALLS THROUGHOUT THE LUNCHROOM WITH HOLES AND CHIPPING PLASTER MUST REPAIR TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.

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: MISSING LIGHT SHIELD IN THE WALK-IN COOLER. MUST REPLACE.

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.