LA ESCUELITA Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE LOBBY AREA MENS WASHROOM, THE TODDLER AND PRE-K BATHROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND SOAP AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE KITCHEN AREA, PRE-K BATHROOMS AND IN THE HALLWAY HANDWASHING SINKS OUTSIDE OF THE 2-3 YEARS OLDS AND TODDLER CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-030(c).

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.

PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITH NO HAIR RESTRAINT WHILE HANDLING/PREPARING FOOD IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO TRASH CAN LID IN LOBBY AREA WOMENS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

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 BROKEN/MISSING/STAINED/WARPED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN THE LOBBY AREA, IN ALL OF THE CLASSROOMS - INFANT, PRE-K, SCHOOLAGE AND TODDLER CLASSROOMS AND IN HALLWAY BETWEEN THE CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE BROKEN/MISSING/STAINED CEILING TILES AND MAINTAIN.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS AND DIRTY LENT IN THE VENTS IN THE TODDLER CLASSROOM, 2-3 YEAR OLD CLASSROOM AND IN THE MENS AND WOMENS RESTROOM IN THE LOBBY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS AND DIRTY LENT IN THE VENTS IN THE TODDLER CLASSROOM, 2-3 YEAR OLD CLASSROOM AND IN THE MENS AND WOMENS RESTROOM IN THE LOBBY AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.