LANGSTON HUGHES Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER(68F) AT HAND WASHING SINK IN WASHROOM IN PRE-K ROOM 158. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK. PRIORTIY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030

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.

PROPER REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING - Comments: OBSERVED COOKED HAMBURGER PATTIES STORED IN WARMING CABINET AT 64.2F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO DISCARD. ALL FOOD THAT IS COOKED, COOLED, AND REHEATED FOR HOT HOLDING SHALL BE REHEATED SO ALL PARTS OF THE FOOD REACH A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 165F FOR 15 SECONDS. PRIORTIY VIOLATION 7-38-005

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 100 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN PUMP ROOM, 60 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, AND INSIDE FILE DRAWER IN SECOND FLOOR MECHANICAL ROOM. 5 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES IN OFFICE STORAGE ROOM NEAR PUMP ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MILK CRATES USED FOR SHELVING IN DRY STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED EXCESSIVE CLUTTER INSIDE STORAGE CLOSETS IN ALL PRE-K CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE ALL CLOSETS AND ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.

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 EXCESSIVE CLUTTER INSIDE STORAGE CLOSETS IN ALL PRE-K CLASSROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ORGANIZE ALL CLOSETS AND ELEVATE ITEMS OFF FLOOR FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.

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.