FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Lovett Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 30, 2015
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License #24241
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED OVER 20 RODENT DROPPINGS FOUND INSIDE ANNEX ROOMS 208,219,227 ALONG WALLS AND INSIDE STORAGE CABINETS. INSTRUCT TO REMOVE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE THE AFFECTED AREAS. RECOMMEND TO CONTACT LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATIONS 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: FOUND NO HAND SOAP IN GIRLS WASHROOM IN ANNEX AND BOYS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM (EAST END) AND GIRLS (WEST END) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. JANITOR PROVIDED HAND SOAP. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ICE BUILD UP INSIDE TWO MILK COOLERS IN FRONT PREP AREA IN MAIN KITCHEN AND IN THE ANNEX. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST, CLEAN, AN MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE FLOOR BASE BOARDS IN THE THE MAIN DINNING AND PREP AREA. ALSO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN THE MECHANICAL ROOM IN THE ANNEX BUILDING.
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: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING IN THE FOLLOWING ROOMS: 202,204,206 IN THE MAIN BUILDING. TEACHER WASHROOM, 2ND FLOOR MAIN BUILDING, HAS PEELING PAINT ON CEILING.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: LIGHT MUST BE SHEILDED INSIDE WALKIN FREEZER OR PROVIDE SHATTER PROOF LIGHT BULB.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE ANNEX PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. NOTED TO ENGINEER THAT WATER DOES NOT STAY ON WITHOUT HOLDING THE HANDLE IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOM IN ANNEX. THIS IS ALSO AN ISSUE IN THE MAIN BUILDING, BOYS FIRST & SECOND FLR WASHROOMS. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN(MIDDLE FAUCET) IS LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MISSING EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE ANNEX PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL. NOTED TO ENGINEER THAT WATER DOES NOT STAY ON WITHOUT HOLDING THE HANDLE IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOM IN ANNEX. THIS IS ALSO AN ISSUE IN THE MAIN BUILDING, BOYS FIRST & SECOND FLR WASHROOMS. THREE COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN(MIDDLE FAUCET) IS LEAKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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