Jenner Academy Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: OBSERVED NO WRITTEN EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE FOR FOOD EMPLOYEES WORKING ON SITE DURING THIS INSPECTION.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SIGNED EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EACH EMPLOYEE AS REQUIRED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010.(**SEE COMMENTS).

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK AT FRONT FOOD SERVING LINE.HANDWASHING SINK IS NEEDED IN OPEN FOOD DISPENSING AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A HANDWASHING SINK PROPERLY EQUIPPED WITH SOAP, HAND DRYING AND REQUIRED SIGNAGE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).(ENGINEER WAS MADE AWARE AT THIS TIME). (**SEE COMMENTS).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAIR RESTRAINTS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES IN THE FOOD PREP AREA.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER LEAKING AT DRAINPIPE UNDERNEATH THE FAR RIGHT COMPARTMENT OF THE DISHWASHING 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING LEAK AND MAINTAIN.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS OF THE KITCHEN PREP AND DRY STORAGE ROOM IN NEED FOR A DETAIL CLEANING 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND WALK-IN-FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULBS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIM LIGHTING INSIDE THE WALK-IN-COOLER AND WALK-IN-FREEZER.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE BRIGHTER BULBS AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE LIGHTING AT ALL TIMES.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.