FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
KILMER ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 26, 2012
Canvass
License #24021
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: FOUND HAND DRYING DEVICE NOT WORKING,OR NOR PAPER TOWELS PROVIDE IN MEN'S WASHROOM FIRST FLOOR, OLD BUILDING ACROSS FROM ROOM 111,WE(CERTIFIED FOOD HANDLER AND I),OBSERVED CHILDREN'S COMING OUT OF WASHROOM DRYING THEIR HANDS ON PANTS.NO SOAP PROVIDED AT MEN'S WASHROOM, THIRD FLOOR.COLD WATER KNOBS ARE MISSING BY THE AIR DRYING DEVICE AND BY THE URINAL AT SECOND FLOOR, MEN'S WASHROOM.THIRD FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM MISSING COLD WATER HANDLES BY FIRST URINAL.HOT WATER HANDLE AT SECOND FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM HOT WATER NOT MAINTAINING 15 SECOND TO WASH HANDS.(NEW BUILDING:THIRD FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM NO HOT WATER HANDLE ON WASH BOWL BY THE SOAP. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. REPAIR ALL MENTIONED ABOVE. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030 HOOOO77648-16
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 11-22-11, REPORT #649437 #32- REPAIR RUST ON WALK IN COOLER METAL FLOOR. SERIUOS VIOLATION:7-42-090 HOOOO77648-16
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPLACE BROKEN OUTSIDE GARBAGE LIDS. REMOVE EXCESS RUST AND PAINT RADIATOR IN MEN'S WASHROOM ABOVE THE URINALS, THIRD FLOOR(NORTH SIDE).
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: NEED TO CLEAN WATER FOUNTAIN AT THIRD FLOOR HALLWAY(FAUCET WERE THE WATER IS PROVIDED HAS A BUILD-UP OF MINERAL).
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: REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN MEN'S WASHROOM, AT THIRD FLOOR.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN DUST BUILD-UP ON VENT COVER IN KITCHEN ABOVE THE PREP TABLE.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD(DUST BUILD UP) ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN KITCHEN ABOVE THE PREP TABLE.(EAST SIDE).
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD(DUST BUILD UP) ABOVE THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.REPLACE BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD IN KITCHEN ABOVE THE PREP TABLE.(EAST SIDE).
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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