FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Mary Lyon Elementary School Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 6, 2019
Canvass
License #24281
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 6, 2019. 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 5 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 15 LIVE COCKEROACHES INSIDE MOPSINK AT MOPSINK CLOSET IN NEW BUILDING EAST SIDE.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO CALL PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO EVALUATE SITUATION AND TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE MOPSINK AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION-7-38-020(a) NO CITATION ISSUED-CPS SCHOOL
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: OBSERVED WASHBASIN HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR AT 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR RESTROOMS AT OLD BUIDING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR WASHBASIN HANDLES CORE VIOLATION
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: OBSERVED GASKET AT VERICAL MILK COOLER FALLING OFF DOOR AT SERVING LINE AREA.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. CORE VIOLATION
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 ALL MOPSINKS SLOW DRAINING IN MOPSINK CLOSETS AT OLD SECTION OF SCHOOL BUILDING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. CORE VIOLATION
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 ALL MOPSINKS SLOW DRAINING IN MOPSINK CLOSETS AT OLD SECTION OF SCHOOL BUILDING.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR. CORE VIOLATION
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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