FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LELAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
May 11, 2018
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #3247258
7
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION FROM REPORT #2169228 5/4/18 NOT CORRECTED#18-OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.50 OR MORE RODENT DROPPINGS IN PREP AREA-ON PIPES OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.SERVING LINE-LOWER LEDGE.FOOD MANAGERS OFFICE-ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET .PRE-K ROOM 113-ON FLOOR IN CLOSET,TOILETROOM,ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET.PRE-K ROOM 111-ON FLOOR OUTSIDE OF CLOSET AND INSIDE CLOSET ON FLOOR,TOY SHELF,TOILETROOM.SMALL LUNCHROOM-ON SHELVING UNITS INSIDE OF CABINETS AND FLOOR UNDER SAME.ALSO APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR #2,4,5,7,AUDITORIUM,MAIN ENTRY .MUST REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 5/11/18.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED DOOR HANDLE ON HOT HOLDING CABINET ON SERVING LINE.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL CUBBIES AND TOY SHELVES IN PRE-K ROOMS 111 & 113.PREP AREA-2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER,MILK COOLER & REACH IN FREEZER IN LUNCH ROOM AND LOWER SHELF OF STEAM TABLE IN SMALL LUNCHROOM.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN LUNCHROOM,SMALL LUNCHROOM.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREP AREA,LUNCHROOM,PRE-K ROOMS.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN LUNCHROOM.MUST PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRE-K ROOMS 111& 113,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN LUNCHROOM.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINKS TO STAY ON LONGER IN 2ND FL. BOY'S AND 3RD FL. BOY'S AND GIRL'S
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINKS TO STAY ON LONGER IN 2ND FL. BOY'S AND 3RD FL. BOY'S AND GIRL'S
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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