LEARN & GROW CHILDCARE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: FOUND NO SOAP AND NO SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AT ANY OF THE EXPOSED HANDSINKS ON PREMISES OR IN THE WEST TOILETROOM. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND TO MAINTAIN.

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK FOR FACILITY. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CONTACT A PEST CONTROL SERVICE AND OBTAIN A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK THAT CONTAINS A MAP OR LIST OF BAIT STATIONS, A COPY OF THE IDPH LICENSE FOR THE COMPANY OR THE LICENSE NUMBER PRINTED ON ALL SERVICE TICKETS, AND THE INITIAL SERVICE TICKET/RECEIPT AND TO MAINTAIN.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: NO DUMPSTER FOR FACILITY PRESENT. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO CONTACT A GARBAGE/SCAVENGER SERVICE TO OBTAIN A DUMPSTER AND MAINTAIN.

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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE FOR LICENSE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD IS SERVED AND OR PREPARED AND SERVED TO A MAJORITY OF AN IMMUNO COMPROMISED POPULATION (YOUNG CHILDREN).

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM DOOR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE NORTHEAST CLASSROOM WHILE ADJACENT HANDSINKS ARE EASILY ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE EXPOSED HANDSINK IN THE NORTHEAST CLASSROOM WHILE ADJACENT HANDSINKS ARE EASILY ACCESSIBLE AND MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.

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.