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JOSEPH WARREN ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

JOSEPH WARREN ELEMENTARY (AKA: WARREN ELEMENTARY) 9239 S JEFFERY AVE, CHICAGO 60617 School
February 6, 2023 Canvass Re-Inspection License #2046698
11
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
6
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: nspector 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.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #44
MINOR
UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL SEVERAL HOLES BETWEEN FLOOR & LOWER WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM,DISH WASHING AREA ,LOCKER ROOM NEXT TO LOCKERS 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector 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.

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