KIMBALL DAY CARE CENTER & KINDERGARTEN , INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: NO PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH A CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE POSTED ON SITE AND NO MANAGER ON DUTY DURING THE INSPECTION , WHILE TCS FOODS (MEATLOAF AND CORN) WERE PREPARED. INSTRUCTED SUCH A PERSON ON SITE AT ALL TIMES FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012. CITATION ISSUED.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE KITCHEN HAND SINK BLOCKED WITH A GARBAGE CAN AND BOX BEING NOT ACCESSIBLE. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HAND SINK ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES. MANAGER REMOVED THE GARBAGE CAN AND BOX IMMEDIATELY. COS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED

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.

FOOD PROPERLY LABELED; ORIGINAL CONTAINER - Comments: OBSERVED 5 ZIPLOCK BAGS WITH FOOD ON THE CART WITH NO LABEL. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LABELS ON ALL FOOD.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR TO THE BUILDING NOT RODENT PROOF WITH A GAP AT THE BOTTOM LEFT AND MIDDLE OF THE DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL GAPS TO PREVENT ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS.

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: ADJUST MIXING VALVE IN RAINBOW ROOM, ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES IN THE TOILET ROOM IN BLUE SKY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE PLUMBING IN THE AREAS LISTED ABOVE.

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 COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COVERED RECEPTACLE IN THE EMPLOYEE RESTROOM.

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: OBSERVED THE FLOORS IN THE LAUNDRY ROOM ON THE SIDES OF THE WASHER AND DRYER MACHINE TO BE SOILED. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FLOORS IN THE LAUNDRY ROOM.

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: OBSERVED A MISSING WALL BASE BOARD IN THE BRIGHT STAR CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A WALL BASE BOARD IN THE BRIGHT STAR CLASSROOM.

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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS NEED ELEVATION OF ITEMS: CORNER OF CATERPILLAR ROOM, CORNER OF LITTLE RASCLES ROOM,THE REAR OF RAINBOW ROOM, AND BOXES OF DIAPERS AND COOKING OIL BOTTLES OF THE FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS IN THE AREAS LISTED ABOVE.

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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING AREAS NEED ELEVATION OF ITEMS: CORNER OF CATERPILLAR ROOM, CORNER OF LITTLE RASCLES ROOM,THE REAR OF RAINBOW ROOM, AND BOXES OF DIAPERS AND COOKING OIL BOTTLES OF THE FLOOR.INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS IN THE AREAS LISTED ABOVE.

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.