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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
April 24, 2018
License
License #2216000
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20 RODENT DROPPINGS IN THE KITCHEN/PREP AREA ON THE UPPER LEVEL ALONG THE WALL BASE AND BEHIND THE UPRIGHT REFRIGERATOR NEAR THE WINDOW. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREA, CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR CAULKING AROUND THE 1-COMP SINK IN THE UPPER LEVEL KITCHEN/PREP AREA. DISCONTINUE USING CARDBOARD TO ABSORB WATER AFTER DISHES HAVE BEEN CLEANED & SANITIZED. REPLACE MISSING HANDLES ON UPRIGHT FREEZER & REFRIGERATORS IN UPPER LEVEL PREP/KITCHEN ARE. ALSO, DISCONTINUE USING MILK CRATES AS STORAGE RACKS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM, INSTALL PROPER RACKS FOR FOOD STORAGE.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN UPPER LEVEL KITCHEN/PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS IN UPPER LEVEL KITCHEN/PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection