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Risk 1 (High)
JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL ELEMENTARY
(AKA: JAMES RUSSELL LOWELL ELEMENTARY)
3320 W Hirsch AVE, CHICAGO 60651
School
May 8, 2013
Canvass
License #24251
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
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 MORE THAN 25-30 MOUSE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS, MIDDLE LUNCH ROOM CLOSET,ON FLOOR IN BOOK STORE ROOM 1ST FLOOR AND 2ND FLOOR BOOK/SUPPLY ROOMS. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. HAVE A PEST CONTROL TECH. COME HERE TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/8/2013.(SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: FILTER ABOVE STOVE VERY DUSTY. INSTRUCTED MGR TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE STORE ROOMS THROUGHOUT SCHOOL.
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: CLEAN ALL THE VENTS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM. SECOND FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM 1ST TOILET IS BROKEN,3RD FLOOR BOYS 2ND URINAL IS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THEM.
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: CLEAN ALL THE VENTS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM. SECOND FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM 1ST TOILET IS BROKEN,3RD FLOOR BOYS 2ND URINAL IS BROKEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THEM.
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