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LITTLE ACHIEVERS ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

LITTLE ACHIEVERS ACADEMY 3801 W DIVERSEY AVE, CHICAGO 60647 Children's Services Facility
February 18, 2010 License-Task Force License #2009252
9
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This children's services facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 18, 2010. The inspection type was "License-Task Force" and resulted in a Fail outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 9 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

9
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: All food establishments that prepare, sell, or store hot food shall have adequate hot food storage facilities. COOLERS NOT TURNED ON,UNABLE TO OBTAIN TEMPERATURE TO DETERMINE IF COOLERS ARE FUNCTIONAL OR NOT NO CITATION ISSUED NO FOOD ON PREMISES DURING TASK FORCE LICENSE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO HAVE COOLERS ON BY LICENSE RE-INSPECTION.
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. NO PEST CONTROL COTRACTS OR LOG FOUND ON FACILITY AT THE TIME OF LICENSE INSPECTION,NO ACTVITY NOTED. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE WITH A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL COMPANY. NO CITATION ISSUED DUE TO ABOVE SAID REASONS. REAR EXIT AND EAST CORNER ENTRANCE DOOR NOT PROPERLY RODENT PROOFED,ABOUT 3-4"GAP EXITS,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR;AND SEAL HOLES AT THE FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE.
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.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: A certified food service manager must be present in all establishments at which potentially hazardous food is prepared or served. NO SANITATION CERTIFICATE FOUND ON PREMISES,AT THE TIME OF LICENSE INSPECTION. NO CITATION ISSUED,NO FOOD PREPARATION NOR FOOD ON FACILITY.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO PROVIDE OR PROOF OF ENROLLMENT BY RE-INSPECTION.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST PROVIDE DIVIDER BETWEEN TWO TOILET BOWLS IN THE SOUTH EAST CORNER TOILET BY KITCHEN. AND ALSO PROVIDE CHANGING COUNTER IN THE 6WEEKS OLD SECTION.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENTS WITH DUST AND DEBRIS NEEDS CLEANING:TOILET BOWLS IN ALL THREE[3]TOILETS,HAND WASH SINKS,MOP SINKS IN BASEMENT,WATER FOUNTAIN,AND MICROWAVE OVEN,ALSO COOLERS.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS IN TOILET ROOMS, KITCHEN,AND IN BASEMENT VERY DUSTY,INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CLEAN. MUST REPAIR AND SEAL OPENINGS BETWEEN WOOD FLOORS AND ALONG WALLS THROUGHOUT PREMISES.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST SEAL OPENING ON WALLS AT FRONT DOOR ENTRANCE,AND AT 6WEEKS OLD SECTION.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE [ADULT] 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.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE [ADULT] 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.

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
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections