FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LEARNING TREE PRESCHOOL AND NURSERY, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
LEARNING TREE PRESCHOOL AND NURSERY, INC.
6161 S KEDZIE AVE, CHICAGO 60629
Daycare Above and Under 2 Years
October 15, 2013
License
License #2216002
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: DUMPSTER CONTAINERS NOT COVERED, BOTH DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH EXPOSED GARBAGE, UNABLE TO CLOSE LIDS. INSTD TO MAINTAIN AND HAVE TIGHT FITTING LIDS ON CONTAINERS AT ALL TIMES. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WORN, LOOSE RUBBER DOOR GASKETS AT COOLER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: WORN, LOOSE RUBBER DOOR GASKETS AT COOLER. INSTD TO REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection