JOSEPH BRENNEMANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS OR POSTERS NEAR HAND WASHING SINKS INSIDE GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN AND AT WASHROOM SINK FOR KITCHEN EMPLOYEES. INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE 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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE PROVIDED IN THE UNISEX EMPLOYEE WASHROOM. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LID FROM CLOSING PROPERLY. THIS IS HARBORAGE AND A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST. MUST MAINTAING GARABAGE AREA ADEQUATE MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. MANAGEMENT SEND EMPLOYEE TO PUSH GARBAGE DOWN INTO DUMPSTERS AND CORRECTED VIOLATION DURING INSPECTION. 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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENING INTO CEILING ABOVE FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST SEAL OPENING AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE MILK DISPLAY COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND LUNCHROOM. MUST CLEAN 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: OBSERVED OPENING INTO CEILING ABOVE FOOD STORAGE SHELVING IN REAR STORAGE ROOM. MUST SEAL OPENING AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE MILK DISPLAY COOLER. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON CEILING ABOVE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DUST BUILD UP INSIDE LIGHT SHIELDS COVERS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN FOOD PREP AREA AND LUNCHROOM. MUST CLEAN 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.