FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MARQUETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 21, 2022
Canvass
License #24341
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 500 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT PREMISES SUCH AS IN KITCHEN-ON TOP OF CHEMICAL BOTTLES ON FLOOR NEXT TO STEAMER,ON TOPSIDE IN BETWEEN STEAMERS,ON TOP OF A BOX OF PAPER LINERS,ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN PREP TABLE AND ICE MACHINE,ON WHEEL LEDGE OF ROLLIN CART,ON LEDGE OF KETTLE, ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE BEHIND MEAT SLICER,ON FLOOR UNDER SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD & PAPER STORAGE AREA,CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET, DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA, & DISH STORAGE AREA,ON FLOOR UNDER ,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT AND SINKS.LUNCHROOM-BEHIND BOXES LINED UP ALONG WALLS.SERVING LINE (C)-UNDER REGISTER AND OTHER SIDE OF SERVING LINE AND ROLLING CART.PRE-K 115-ON FLOOR IN CORNER OF SHELVING UNIT.PRE-K 109-ON FLOOR NEXT TO TEACHERS DESK,ART EASLE AND LIBRARY AREA.PRE-K 110-ON FLOOR IN BETWEEN CLUTTER ON FLOOR IN CLOSET,CUBBIES,FIREPLACE,ON CARPET ALONG BENCH SEATING.PRE-K 108-ON SHELF OF DOLL HOUSE,HOUSE KEEPING AREA,MIRROR,WRITING AREA,BLOCK & SKILL SHELVES,ART EASLE AND TECHNOLOGY AREA.KITCHEN STAFF OFFICE-UNDER,AROUND ALONG WALL BASES OF CABINETS AND DESK. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 9/21/22.(PRIORITY 7-38-020(A)
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: OBSERVED AN APPX. "1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR #16. MUST MAKE DOOR 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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND WIPING CLOTH BUCKETS IN PREP AREAS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE ON ICE MACHINE TO BE SEEN FOR SERVICING.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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