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MICHAEL FARADAY ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

MICHAEL FARADAY ELEMENTARY 3250 W Monroe St (100S), CHICAGO 60624 School
June 3, 2015 Canvass License #24371
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT OR TEMPERED WATER AT THE GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS IN 1ST, 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR OF FACILITY. WATER TEMPERATURE TAKEN 60.4F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND RESTORE HOT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE HOT AND COLD WATER, UNDER CITY PRESSURE IN SINKS AT ALL TIMES. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM 03-05-14 REPORT#1408209. OBSERVED 2ND FLOOR JANITOR CLOSET WITH HOLE IN WEST WALL. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CHIPPED AND PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN KITCHEN ABOVE PREP TABLE AND REFRIGERATORS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE, REPAINT, AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED RUSTY SHELVING INSIDE 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN FOOD PREPARATION AREA. MUST REPAINT OR REPLACE.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED DIRT AND DEBRIS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLBASE IN LUCHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN FOOD PREPARATION AREA AND INSIDE ALL BATHROOMS. MUST REMOVE DIRT AND DEBRIS.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES ON 1ST FLOOR JANITORS ROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CHIPPED AND PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ON 2ND FLOOR GIRLS BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING CEILING TILES ON 1ST FLOOR JANITORS ROOM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED CHIPPED AND PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ON 2ND FLOOR GIRLS BATHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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