LOUISA MAY ALCOTT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE CUTTING RTE FOOD(LETTUCE), WITH GLOVED HANDS TOOK A PENCIL WENT TO A BOARD TO CHART INFORMATION DOWN,WITHOUT REMOVAL OF THE GLOVES WENT BACK TO HER WORKING STATION AND CONTINUE TO CUT RTE FOOD(ONE HAND WAS HOLDING WASHED LETTUCES). MUST WASH HANDS EVERY POSSIBLE CONTAMINATION AND PRIOR TO GLOVE HANDS. MANAGER CORRECTED ISSUED.OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASHING HANDS. LETTUCE FROM CUTTING BOARD WAS DISCARDED. PRIORITY VIOLATION:7-38-010, NO CITATION ISSUED.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12 (A) HOT WATER IN ALL WASHROOMS(GIRLS AND BOYS) MAINTAINING TEMPERATURE FOUND AT 75.2F, 80.6F , 81F ,BOYS WASHROOM AT SECOND FLOOR AFTER TEN MINUTES AND ENGINEER TRY TO ADJUST WATER VALVE UNDER THE SINKS AND CONTINUOSELY WATER RUNNING GOT AT TEMP OF 90.1F. A HANDWASHING SINK shall be equipped to provide water at a temperature of at least 38oC (100oF) through a mixing valve or combination faucet. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AT ALL WASHBOWLS. ADEQUATE HOT WATER FOUND AT ALL OTHER SINKS IN THE KITCHEN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO 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 REHEATING PROCEDURES FOR HOT HOLDING - Comments: REHEATED RE-FRIED BEANS STORED INSIDE THE HOT HOLDING UNIT AT TEMP OF 130.2F TO 131F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REHEAT FOOD AT TEMP OF 165F,THAN STORE FOOD AT HOT HOLDING UNIT AT 135F AND ABOVE. MANAGER CORRECTED ISSUE BY REHEATING FOOD AT 165F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION:7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: TWO TWO DOOR REACH-IN UNITS IN DINING AREA,NOT LOCKED.AREA IS USED FOR MULTIPLE PURPOSE: MEETING ALSO STAFF AND CUSTOMERS WASHROOM IS LOCATE AT SAME AREA.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE KEYS AND KEEP UNITS LOCKED AT ALL TIME DUE TO KITCHEN EMPLOYEE DO NOT HAVE ALL TIME CONTROL OR VIEW OF MENTIONED UNITS.FOOD IS STORED INSIDE UNITS:MILK AND OPENED FROZEN FOODS. PRESENTLY A PARENTS MEETING,GOING ON,KITCHEN DOORS ARE CLOSED FROM DINING ROOM.OBSERVED SOMEONE ENTERING FROM EXIT DOOR#6 COMING IN DINING AREA AND LEFT.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: WATER LEAKING FROM FAUCET AT MIDDLE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.

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: DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN BOTH STORAGE AREAS,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: DEBRIS ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVES IN BOTH STORAGE AREAS,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.