IT TAKES A VILLAGE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR FROM THE TIGERS CLASS WITH THE SEAL ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE DOOR EXPOSING THE OUTSIDE. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN AS A MEANS OF PREVENTING POSSIBLE INSECT ENTERING AND HARBORING.

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 A BUILD UP OF DIRT, DUST AND SMALL DEBRIS ON THE FLOORS OF THE CLOSETS IN THE HALL WHERE THE ADULT TOILET ROOMS ARE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL CLOSETS.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LOOSE FAUCET HEAD IN THE KOALAS KIDS ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD WORKING ORDER.

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 STAFF TOILET ROOM WITHOUT A RECEPTACLE WITH A LID. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SURE THAT ALL TOILET ROOMS HAVE A RECEPTACLE WITH WORKING LID AT ALL TIMES.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR IN THE PAMPER STORAGE ROOM UNDER SHELVING. 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 CLUTTER OF BOXES IN THE REAR PAMPER STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO MAKE FLOOR EASY 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 CLUTTER OF BOXES IN THE REAR PAMPER STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAR AND PROVIDE PROPER STORAGE AT LEAST SIX INCHES FROM THE FLOOR TO MAKE FLOOR EASY 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.