JCYS IRIS & STEVEN PODOLSKY FAMILY CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: FOUND NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY/TRAINING ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010, NO CITATION ISSUED. - -

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROX 1/4" INCH MODE OF ENTRY AT BOTTOM OF DOORS.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND TO MAINTAIN.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A LICENSED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(C),NO CITATION ISSUED.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS OUTSIDE STORED ALONG THE EAST WALL NEAR THE GARBAGE DUMSPSTER AREA.THIS AREA MUST BE CLEANED AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ITEMS DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B),NO CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WALL AND CEILINGS NOT FINISHED WITH CRACKS AND CREVICES,PEELING DEBRIS IN CLOSET TODDLER CLASS ROOM #1 AND REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM WALLS NOT FINISHED--MUST BE FINISHED TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES 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: WALL AND CEILINGS NOT FINISHED WITH CRACKS AND CREVICES,PEELING DEBRIS IN CLOSET TODDLER CLASS ROOM #1 AND REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND LAUNDRY ROOM WALLS NOT FINISHED--MUST BE FINISHED TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES 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.