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KIPP ASCEND PRIMARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

KIPP ASCEND PRIMARY SCHOOL 1440 S Christiana ST, CHICAGO 60623 School
March 15, 2018 Canvass License #26041
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS ON ELECTRICAL OUTLET UNDER TABLE,ON FLOOR BEHIND FLOOR MIXER,UNDER AND NEXT TO LOCKERS IN LUNCHROOM STAFF AREA,FOOD STORAGE AREA-ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS AND IN CORNER IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,ADJACENT STORAGE ROOM-ON TRAY CART AND SHELVING UNITS AND IN BETWEEN CLUTTER,STAFF LOUNGE- UNDER REFRIGERATOR.ALSO,APPX."1/2-3/4" ON DOORS #2 ALONG BOTTOM AND DOOR LOCK ON #3 DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/15/18.(MO CITATION ISSUED)
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.
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVER FLOWING WITH TRASH BAGS ABOVE RIM AND TRASH AND DEBRIS ON GROUND AROUND DUMPSTER IN CORRAL.MUST REMOVE TRASH AND DEBRIS FROM GROUND,HAVE LIDS TIGHT FITTING ON DUMPSTERS.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA,LUNCHROOM.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN STORAGE AREAS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE SERVING LINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN LUNCHROOM.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,DAMAGED CEILING ABOVE SERVING LINE.MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS FROM WALLS IN LUNCHROOM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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