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LOUISA MAY ALCOTT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

LOUISA MAY ALCOTT 2625 N Orchard (700W), CHICAGO 60614 School
February 20, 2015 Canvass License #22041
8
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
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: OBSERVED PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK UNABLE TO BE PROVIDED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST PROVIDE INSPECTOR WITH PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AT IME OF REINSPECTION.
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 #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EXIT DOOR TO KITHCEN NOT RODENTPROOF WITH 1/4 INCH GAP AT RIGHT BASE OF DOOR. MUST RODENTPROOF AND MAINTAIN DOOR. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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 #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER FULL WITH LID UNABLE TO CLOSE. GARBAGE MUST BE DISPOSED OF IN A WAY THAT LIDS ARE ABLE TO CLOSE TO DETER RODENTS AND INSECTS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBSERVED INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE IN CAFETERIA UNCLEAN. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: OBVSERVED BOTTOM INTERIOR OF REACH IN MILK COOLER UNCLEAN WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN BOTTOM INTERIOR OF MILK COOLER.
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: OBSERVED FLOOR UNCLEAN IN DRY STORAGE CLOSET OFF OF KITCHEN UNDER SHELVING. CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOOR.
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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISREPAIR: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL OF 1ST FLOOR JANITORS CLOSET. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALL. OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING OF 2ND FLOOR JANITORS CLOSET. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT OF 2ND FLOOR CEILING OF BOYS WASHROOM. SCAPE AND REPAINT CEILING AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING WALLS AND CEILINGS IN DISREPAIR: OBSERVED LARGE HOLE IN WALL OF 1ST FLOOR JANITORS CLOSET. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WALL. OBSERVED HOLE IN CEILING OF 2ND FLOOR JANITORS CLOSET. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN CEILING. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT OF 2ND FLOOR CEILING OF BOYS WASHROOM. SCAPE AND REPAINT CEILING AND MAINTAIN.
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.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
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