FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
KIDDIE COLLEGE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)
February 10, 2016
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License #2215590
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4 GAP AROUND VENT LEADING TO OUTSIDE IN HOT WATER HEATER ROOM OFF OF FIRST CLASSROOM. VENT MUST BE COMPLETLY SEALED WITH NO 1/4 GAPS AROUND VENT AND NO LIGHT VISIBLE FROM OUTSIDE. OBSERVED HOLE IN WALL OF BOILER ROOM LEADING TO OUTSIDE. HOLE MUST BE SEALED PROPERLY WITH NO 1/4 GAPS AROUND HOLE AND NO LIGHT VISIBLE FROM OUTSIDE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE CAN WITH LARGE HOLE IN COVER AND NOT RODENTPROOF. MUST REPLACE OUTSIDE GARBAGE CAN AND KEEP ALL GARBAGE CANS RODENTPROOF AT ALL TIMES. SERIUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED CABINET UNDER SINKS IN KITCHEN CONTAINING GREASE TRAP MUST BE CLEANED IN DETAIL AND MAINTAINED.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN 1ST CLASSROOM NOT CLEAN IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. OBSERVED FLOORS OF HOT WATER HEATER ROOM IN FIRST CLASSROOM NOT CLEAN AND FLOOR TILES IN SECOND STORAGE CLOSET WITHIN FIRST CLEASSROOM WITH DAMAGER FLOOR TILES. OBSERVED FLOORS IN BOILER ROOM IN SECOND CLASSROOM WITH DAMAGER FLOOR TILES. FLOORS MUST BE RESTORRED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN 1ST CLASSROOM NOT CLEAN IN CORNERS AND ALONG WALLS. OBSERVED FLOORS OF HOT WATER HEATER ROOM IN FIRST CLASSROOM NOT CLEAN AND FLOOR TILES IN SECOND STORAGE CLOSET WITHIN FIRST CLEASSROOM WITH DAMAGER FLOOR TILES. OBSERVED FLOORS IN BOILER ROOM IN SECOND CLASSROOM WITH DAMAGER FLOOR TILES. FLOORS MUST BE RESTORRED TO A SMOOTH EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE AND MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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