MARY'S ABC ACADEMY CHILD DAY CARE CENTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: REAR DOOR NOT RODENT /INSECTS PROOF,A 1/4" OF GAP UNDER THE REAR EXIT DOOR,ALSO NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK PROVIDED ON PREMISES.INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR,AND PROVIDED A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-20 NO CITATION ISSUED

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: NO GARBAGE CONTAINER PROVIDED ON PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020 NO CITATION ISSUED

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CITY SANITATION CERTIFICATE PROVIDED ON PREMISES NOR ENROLLMENT TO CLASS,INFORMATION GIVEN HOW TO ENROLL TO CLASS. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-012(A) NO CITATION ISSUED

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MOP SINK HAS A THREAD FAUCET,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE UN THREAD FAUCET OR PROVIDE A BACK FLOW PREVENTER DEVICE AT SAID SINK OBSERVED PLUMBING PUTTY AROUND THE DRAINS INSIDE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: SWEEP FLOOR AT FRONT METER WATER CLOSET:DUST,CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS AND CIGARETTE BUTT. FURNACE CLOSET INSIDE THE KITCHEN WITH PIECES OF WALL ON FLOOR ALSO MATERIAL DUST,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.REAR STORAGE FURNACE AREA IS ALSO WITH CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL DEBRIS.ALL FLOOR MUST BE CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CEILING WALL INSIDE THE FURNACE LOCATED AT KITCHEN NOT COMPLETELY FINISHED,OPENINGS BEHIND THE VENT STACK,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL CEILING AT SAID AREA.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH,CLEANABLE AND NON ABSORBENT MATERIAL OPENING ON WALL AROUND THE PIPE UNDER THE EXPOSED HAND SINK IN THE KITCHEN,AND ABOVE AT LAST COMPARTMENT SINK BY THE SOUTH WALL,INSTRUCTED TO SEAL OPENINGS WALL TILES BY THE WASHBOWL AT FRONT CLASS ROOM WITH OPENINGS,INSTRUCTED TO SEAL

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: NO FOOD STEM THERMOMETER PROVIDED ON PREMISES,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDED TO BE ABLE TO CHECK FOOD TEMPERATURE

Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.

Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.

Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: A LOT OF CONSTRUCTION WOOD STORED ON TOP THE STAIRCASE OF THE CHILDREN'S PLAYROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL INCLUDED GALLONS OF PAINTS,INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.KEEP AREA CLEAN

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.

PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED - Comments: A LOT OF CONSTRUCTION WOOD STORED ON TOP THE STAIRCASE OF THE CHILDREN'S PLAYROOM.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE.CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL INCLUDED GALLONS OF PAINTS,INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.KEEP AREA CLEAN

Contaminated cloths spread bacteria across multiple surfaces.

Wiping cloths must be properly sanitized and stored.

Store in sanitizer between uses (200ppm quat or 50-100ppm chlorine); Separate cloths for food and non-food surfaces; Test sanitizer concentration.