FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARK TWAIN ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 15, 2013
Canvass
License #25661
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 15, 2013. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: BOYS TOILET ROOMS IN MAIN BUILDING (1ST AND 2ND FLOOR) IN POOR REPAIR, TOILETS UNABLE TO FLUSH. INSTD TO PROPERLY REPAIR SAME AND HAVE TOILETS DRAINING PROPERLY. INSTD TO REFRAIN FROM USING AFFECTED TOILET ROOMS AND USE OTHER FACILITIES THAT ARE IN GOOD REPAIR. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-030 SERIOUS.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VENTS AND SURROUNDING CEILING TILES WITH DUST ACCUMULATIONM. CLEAN SAME.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: VENTS AND SURROUNDING CEILING TILES WITH DUST ACCUMULATIONM. CLEAN SAME.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection