KIDDIE COLLEGE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: 30 TO 40 DROPPINGS IN THE FRONT CLASSROOM HVAC AND HOT WATER TANK CLOSET. 10 DROPPINGS IN THE REAR CLASSROOM STORAGE CLOSET. 20 TO 30 DROPPINGS IN THE MIDDLE CLASSROOM HVAC CLOSET. 75 TO 100 DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE SOUTH END UNUSED CLASSROOM AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AREAS. RECOMMEND HAVING PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE ESTABLISHMENT FOR MICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: ALL BULK FOOD CONTAINERS MUST BE LABELED. ALL PREPARED FOODS MUST BE LABELED AND DATED.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: EXCESSIVE ICE BUILD UP IN THE TALL REACH-IN FREEZER. MUST REMOVE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL NOTED OPENINGS AND HOLES IN FLOOR BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT ESTABLISHMENT TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.---FLOORS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS: INSIDE BED STORAGE CLOSET, INSIDE COAT ROOM, BEHIND REAR DRY STORAGE FREEZER. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.---MUST NOT USE MILK CRATES AS A MEANS OF ELEVATION IN THE DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. FLOORS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING AND MONITORING.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT UNUSED SOUTH CLASSROOM. MUST REPLACE.---HOLE IN THE WALL NEXT TO THE MOP SINK. MUST SEAL. PEELING/DAMAGED WALL COVING IN THE MOP CLOSET. MUST REPLACE/REPAIR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DRAIN BOARD FOR THE CLEAN DISHES AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A DRAIN BOARD FOR THE CLEAN DISHES AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.

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.