FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JACOB BEIDLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
JACOB BEIDLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(AKA: Beidler Elementary School)
3151 W Walnut St (234N), CHICAGO 60612
School
April 27, 2015
Canvass
License #22211
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
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 EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY IN THE DISHROOM, FOOD PREP AREA, DRY STORAGE ROOM AND CLASSROOMS. OBSERVED 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS OF THE DISHROOM, 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS AROUND THE FLOOR DRAIN IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, 5 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE OVEN AND 5 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND THE STORAGE RACK NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN THE DRY STORAGE ROOM, 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN ROOM 126 ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS AND CORNERS, 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS ALONG THE WALLS OF ROOM 131. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. ALSO, OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 100 LIVE ANTS ON THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALLS IN THE LUNCHROOM. MUST ELIMINATE ANT ACTIVITY IN THIS AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. 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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN AND REPAINT THE STAINED WALLS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR THE BROKEN HANDLES ON THE WASHROOM HANDSINKS.
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: REPAIR THE BROKEN HANDLES ON THE WASHROOM HANDSINKS.
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
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection