PASS
Risk 1 (High)
Mary Lyon Elementary School Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 11, 2018
Canvass
License #24281
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 11, 2018. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOOR TILES PEELING OFF FLOOR AT SERVING AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.
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: OBSERVED PEEING PLASTER AND PAINT FROM WALLS AND CEILING AT FIRST FLOOR GIRLS RESTROOMS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR WALLS AND 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: OBSERVED LIGHTS BURNT OUT AT HOT LINE INSIDE HOOD.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHTS INSIDE HOOD AT HOT LINE. OBSERVED BURNT OUT LIGHTS AT SECOND FLOOR GIRLS AND BOYS RESTROOMS.INSTRUCTED MANGEMENT TO REPLACE LIGHTBULBS.
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: OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINK AT HOT LINE AREA AT REAR OF KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.NOTED VALVE AT WASH BASIN AT 2ND FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM NOT HOLDING STREAM OF WATER FOR 15 SECONDS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ADJUST VALVE. FAUCET HANDLES LEAKING AT SECOND FLOOR BOYS AD GIRLS WASHROOMS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.
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: OBSERVED EXPOSED HANDSINK AT HOT LINE AREA AT REAR OF KITCHEN.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.NOTED VALVE AT WASH BASIN AT 2ND FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM NOT HOLDING STREAM OF WATER FOR 15 SECONDS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO ADJUST VALVE. FAUCET HANDLES LEAKING AT SECOND FLOOR BOYS AD GIRLS WASHROOMS.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR.
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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