JOSEPH WARREN ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST & 2ND FL. BOY'S AND GIRL'S,PRE-K CLASSROOM .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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER FOR HAND WASHING IN 2ND FL. STAFF (UNISEX TOILET ROOMS)

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 200 OR MORE MICE AND RAT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS KITCHEN-BEHIND KETTLE,ON FLOOR UNDER STOVE,BEHIND 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.PAPER GOODS STORAGE AREA-NEXT TO CRATES,UNDER SHELVING UNIT & BEHIND DOOR.DISH WASHING AREA-ON FLOOR UNDER UNUSED DISH WASHING SCRAPE SINK .DRY FOOD STORAGE/DISH STORAGE AREA-ON FLOOR ,UNDER,AROUND ALONG WALL BASES OF STORAGE SHELVES AND ON & INSIDE OF DISHES STORED ON SHELF,ON CHEMICAL BOTTLES ON SHELF,WALL OUTLET COVER.KITCHEN STAFF LOCKER ROOM -ON FLOOR UNDER & NEXT TO LOCKERS.MANAGERS OFFICE-ALONG WALL BASES AND NEXT TO FILE CABINET.LUNCHROOM-ON LEDGE OF WATER VENDING MACHINE.STAFF LOUNGE-INSIDE OF MICROWAVE CABINET AND PACKAGES OF CONDIMENTS GNAWED INTO.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS.CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/2/23.(PRIORITY 7-38-020(A)

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: MUST INVERT MULTI-USE UTENSILS ON DISH STORAGE SHELVES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 3- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE,INTERIOR COMPARTMENT OF 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DISH WASHING DISPENSER HAS EXCESSIVE BUILD UP.

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN PRE-K 112 AT 83.5F-92.1F AND TOILET ROOM 87.8F.KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM -COLD WATER TRICKLING FROM FAUCET.NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT FAR RIGHT HAND SINK IN 2ND FL. GIRL'S.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.

Adequate hot and cold running water required.

Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY PIPE UNDERNEATH 3- COMPARTMENT SINK.

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 LIDS ON GARBAGE CANS IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM AND BOTH 2ND FL. UNISEX TOILET ROOMS 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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES BETWEEN FLOOR & LOWER WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM,DISH WASHING AREA AND KITCHEN.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN KITCHEN ,DRY FOOD STORAGE AND STAFF LOUNGE,DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN.LUNCH ROOM-DAMAGED WALL TRIMS AND STAINED CEILING TILES.

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: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 112 CLOSET.

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: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 112 CLOSET.

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.