FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
LIVING THE LANGUAGE, LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
LIVING THE LANGUAGE, LLC
(AKA: LIVING THE LANGUAGE)
243 E 31ST ST, CHICAGO 60616
Children's Services Facility
May 13, 2021
License
License #2698907
4
Total Violations
4
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: 2-101.11 OBSERVED NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION MANAGER'S CERTIFICATE POSTED. FACILITY ONLY PROVIDED A COPY DURING THE INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO POST ORIGINAL FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #16
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES: CLEANED & SANITIZED - Comments: 4-501.112(A:1&2) OBSERVED THE HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT CONNECTED AND NOT ABLE TO TURN ON TO SHOW ADEQUATE HOT WATER SANITIZING TEMPERATURE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SANITIZING METHODS AND MAINTAIN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT A PROPER HOT WATER SANITIZING TEMPERATURE OF 180F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-025.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
Food Code Requirement
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Specific Requirements
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EXIT DOOR LOCATED IN THE EAST END CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR RODENT PROOFED AND TIGHT FITTING.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15 OBSERVED A 1/2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THE EXIT DOOR LOCATED IN THE EAST END CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR RODENT PROOFED AND TIGHT FITTING.
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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CDPH Food Protection