LITTLE GREEN TREE HOUSE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NOTED THE DESIGNATED HAND WASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE 1ST FLOOR TODDLER ROOMS BLOCKED BY DIRTY DRINKING CUPS. BOTH SINKS ARE BEING USED AS SLOP/DISH SINKS WITH DISHWASHING SCRUBBIES AND DISHWASHING LIQUID. ALSO NOTED IN THE INFANT ROOM IS THE ONE-COMPARTMENT SINK WITH DISH SOAP, SCRUBBIES, AND A DISH DRYING RACK WITH WASHED BOWLS AND SPOONS. ALL HAND SINKS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR USE AT ALL TIMES AND MUST BE USED FOR HAND-WASHING PURPOSES ONLY. NO DISHWASHING ALLOWED. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) CITATION ISSUED.

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 COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED THE FOLLOWING TCS FOODS HELD AT IMPROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES INSIDE THE KITCHEN COOLER. DICED CHEESE AT 55.2F AND SLICED TOMATO AT 50F. REFRIGERATOR TEMPERATURE FOUND ADEQUATE WITH MILK AT 39F. THERE ARE NO TEMPERATURE LOGS FOR TODAY'S DELIVERED FOODS. ALL DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 CITATION ISSUED.

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN OPEN 1/2 INCH GAP BETWEEN THE DOUBLE DOORS OF THE FRONT ENTRANCE/EXIT DOORS. MUST SEAL TO BE TIGHT FITTING.

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.

UTENSILS, EQUIPMENT & LINENS: PROPERLY STORED, DRIED, & HANDLED - Comments: NOTED CLEAN DISHWARE, CUPS ETC. IT IS STORED AT THE CLASSROOM HAND WASHING SINK. MUST REMOVE.

Clutter harbors pests and prevents proper cleaning.

Facility must be free of unnecessary items and litter.

Remove unnecessary equipment; No litter; Organized storage; No living quarters; Personal items in designated areas.

SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: ALL STORED ITEMS THROUGHOUT THE LAUNDRY ROOM AND STORED CHEMICALS IN THE KITCHEN MUST BE ELEVATED FROM THE FLOORS TO ENABLE SWEEPING AND MONITORING.

Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.

Single-use items must be protected from contamination.

Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL ONE COMPARTMENT SLOP/DUMP SINKS IN THE TODDLER CLASSROOMS #126 "BIRCH AND #128 "BAYBERRY" WHERE HAND WASHING SINKS ARE NOTED NOT ACCESSIBLE AND BEING USED AS DUMP SINKS.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE LAUNDRY ROOM, BEHIND THE WASHER AND DRYER WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

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: NOTED SOILED MOP HEADS IMPROPERLY STORED AT THE UTILITY SERVICE SINK. MUST STORE INVERTED.

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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEE BACKPACK STORED IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED STORAGE/LOCKERS FOR STAFF PERSONAL BELONGINGS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: NOTED EMPLOYEE BACKPACK STORED IN THE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST PROVIDE DESIGNATED STORAGE/LOCKERS FOR STAFF PERSONAL BELONGINGS.

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.