FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MENTA ACADEMY SOUTH Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
October 2, 2023
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License #4075628
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP/DISHWASHING AREA. TEMPERATURE OF WATER WAS 87.4F AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT (100-120F) AND COLD RUNNING AT ALL HAND WASH SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C), CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO THERMOMETER ON THE HOT HOLDING/ ROASTING UNIT IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AN AMBIENT AIR THERMOMETER ON THE SAID UNIT AND MAINTAIN.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA: ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND ON THE SIDES OF THE GREASE TRAP, INSIDE THE CABINET AND ON THE FLOOR IN AN OPENING UNDER THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, IN THE CABINET ACROSS FROM THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE/ MOP SINK CLOSET ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
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 EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS IN THE FOOD PREP AREA: ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND ON THE SIDES OF THE GREASE TRAP, INSIDE THE CABINET AND ON THE FLOOR IN AN OPENING UNDER THE TWO COMPARTMENT SINK, IN THE CABINET ACROSS FROM THE HOT HOLDING UNIT, INSIDE THE DRY STORAGE/ MOP SINK CLOSET ON THE FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A), CITATION ISSUED
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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CDPH Food Protection