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IT TAKES A VILLAGE AT RIVER CITY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
IT TAKES A VILLAGE AT RIVER CITY
(AKA: VILLAGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY)
800 S WELLS ST, CHICAGO 60607
Children's Services Facility
July 25, 2011
Complaint
License #1963420
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: THE KITCHEN WHERE DAY CARE MEALS ARE PREPARED HAS A BROKEN AND UNUSABLE EXPOSED HAND SINK, REPAIR THE EXPOSED HAND SINK SO IT IS FULLY FUNCTIONAL. THE SECOND NON-FUNCTIONAL SINK IN THE KITCHEN MUST BE REMOVED AND CAPPED OR BE FULLY FUNCTIONAL.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. THE MILDEWED FLOOR AND BASE BOARD UNDER THE BROKEN SINK NEEDS TO BE SANITIZED.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. THE NORTH SCHOOL BATHROOMS HAVE DIRTY DRAINS AND A FEW DRAIN FLIES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE DRAINS TO CONTROL DRAIN FLY ACTIVITY.
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: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. THE NORTH SCHOOL BATHROOMS HAVE DIRTY DRAINS AND A FEW DRAIN FLIES, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE DRAINS TO CONTROL DRAIN FLY ACTIVITY.
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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CDPH Food Protection