PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LITTLE HARVARD ACADEMY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare (2 - 6 years)
August 31, 2010
LICENSE DAYCARE 1586
License #2017840
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This daycare (2 - 6 years) was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on August 31, 2010. The inspection type was "LICENSE DAYCARE 1586" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
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. DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
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. REMOVE FOOD, COBWEBS AND DUST FROM WALL IN KITCHEN. REMOVE BROWN SUBSTANCE BY PIPES FOR HANDSINKS IN CHILDRENS WASHROOMS. REPAIR DAMAGED WALLS IN HALLWAY AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED. REPAIR BASEBOARD PEELING AWAY FROM WALL IN REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN FRONT OF MOP SINK. REPAIR THROUGHOUT PREMISES AS NEEDED. REPLACE DAMAGED CEILING TILE IN OFFICE AND THROUGHT PREMISES AS NEEDED. PROVIDE SHELVING FOR REAR STORAGE AREA. STORE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL. REPAIR MISALIGNED FRONT RIGHT DOOR. REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM REAR STORAGE AREA WALL NEAR MOPSINK.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. MISSING BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON MOP SINK. MUST INSTALL OR REMOVE THREADS. NO HOSE USE. PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION ON WATER FILTER UNDER FOUNTAIN IN HALLWAY TO ENSURE SAFE DRINKING WATER. REPAIR SLOW DRAINING LEFT URINAL IN BOYS WASHROOM. REPAIR LEAK FROM FAUCET OF 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN.
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 #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETERS.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE MISSING METAL STEM THERMOMETERS.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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