JOHN AUDUBON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER IN BLACK DECKER COOLER IN THE EAT-IN PRE K CLASSROOM #109. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 3 COMPARTMENT SINK FOUND WITH LEAKS IN BOTH THE FAUCET TIP AND BASE OF FAUCET WHEN WATER IS RUN. FAUCET ON THE RIGHT ( SANITIZER) CANNOT BE SHUT OFF AND CONTINUES TO LEAK. CENTER AND LEFT FAUCET ( WASH AND RINSE) LEAK FROM THE BASE WHEN WATER IS RUN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER REPAIR 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND MAINTAIN IN GOOD REPAIR.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAF AND DIRT DEBRIS FOUND UNDERNEATH DUMPSTERS IN THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN AREA IN ORDER TO AVOID PEST HARBORAGE.

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: FLOORS, WALLS, AND CEILINGS FOUND IN A STATE OF DISREPAIR WITH PAINT CHIPPING ON SERVERAL WALLS AND CEILINGS INCLUDING: DRY STORAGE AREA, WALLS AND CEILINGS ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AND CEILING ABOVE THE BATHROOM NEAR PRE K ROOM 009. CRACKED TILES FOUND IN CENTER OF KITCHEN FLOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR FLOORS, WALLS, AND CEILINGS TO ENSURE ALL SURFACES ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.

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: OBSERVED CLUTTER IN DRY STORAGE AREA IN KITCHEN AND IN BOTH EAT-IN PRE K CLASSROOMS #009,#109 WITH SEVERAL ITEMS BEING STORED ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN UP ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS AND KEEP ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

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 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB DIRECTLY ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. DIRECTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BULB.

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 BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB DIRECTLY ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. DIRECTED MANAGER TO REPLACE BULB.

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.