FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JOSEPH STOCKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
November 8, 2011
Canvass
License #2225534
4
Total Violations
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 8, 2011. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code WASHBOWL IN KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM IN POOR REPAIR( WATER PIPE UNDER THE WASHBOWL PROFUSELY LEAKING AND NO HOT WATER IS PROVIDED) INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. KITCHEN STAFF WAS INSTRUCTED TO USE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN KITCHEN FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO75230-10
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. NEED TO CLEAN INTERIOR OF ALL THREE MICROWAVE IN TEACHERS DINING ROOM,(ENCRUSTED FOOD).ALSO DINING TABLE, STAINED WITH ENCRUSTED FOOD(CHOCOLATE, ETC).
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OBSERVED STAINS ON CEILING WALLS IN KITCHEN THROUGHOUT,ALSO PEELING PAINT.OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN LUNCH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES.OBSERVED HOLES ON CEILING, TEACHERS DINING AREA(EAST SIDE).
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.OBSERVED STAINS ON CEILING WALLS IN KITCHEN THROUGHOUT,ALSO PEELING PAINT.OBSERVED STAINED AND MISSING CEILING TILES IN LUNCH ROOM, INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES.OBSERVED HOLES ON CEILING, TEACHERS DINING AREA(EAST SIDE).
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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