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JOSEPH GARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

JOSEPH GARY SCHOOL (AKA: JOSEPH GARY SCHOOL) 3740 W 31st St (3100S), CHICAGO 60623 School
February 19, 2013 Canvass License #23311
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE PIPE BEHIND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK HAS SOME AREAS OF EXPOSED INSULATION, SEAL UP ALL EXPOSED INSULATION. THE TOPS OF THE REFRIGERATOR AND CABINETS OF ROOM # 407 ARE DIRTY AND THE PLANT CATCH TRAYS ARE FULL OF STAGNANT WATER, CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THIS ROOM ON A REGULAR BASIS.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: THE WALK IN FREEZER CONDENSER HAS ONE OF TWO FANS BROKEN/ICED UP, REPAIR THE FREEZER. THE MILK WALK IN COOLER HAS SOME DIRTY BUILDUP ON THE LOWER PORTION OF THE CONDENSER AND THE FAN GUARDS; WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE THE CONDENSER UNIT.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: THE BASEBOARDS ARE DAMAGED IN THE WASHROOM OF ROOM # 407, REPAIR THE BASEBOARDS.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: THE PLASTIC WALL PANELS IN THE CAFETERIA KITCHEN ARE DAMAGED AND HAVE GAPS BEHIND THE EXPOSED HAND SINK AND ON THE CORNERS NEAR THE OVENS AND UTILITY AREA. THE CEILING IN FRONT OF THE COMBI OVEN IS FOOD STAINED. CLEAN AND REPAIR THE WALLS AND CEILINGS SO THEY ARE SMOOTH, SANITARY AND EASY TO MAINTAIN.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE SINK IN THE GIRLS 4TH FLOOR BATHROOM AND SCIENCE ROOM HAS A POTABLE WATER LEAK. REPAIR SAID PLUMBING.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE SINK IN THE GIRLS 4TH FLOOR BATHROOM AND SCIENCE ROOM HAS A POTABLE WATER LEAK. REPAIR SAID PLUMBING.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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