FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MOLLISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
MOLLISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(AKA: IRVIN E. MOLLISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL)
4415 S DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DR, CHICAGO 60653
School
November 30, 2017
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #26251
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON BASES OF STEAM TABLE IN PREP AREA, 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEAR MIXER IN PREP AREA, 2 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE BASES OF REACH-IN COOLER IN STAFF LOUNGE, 1 MOUSE DROPPING INSIDE BOTTOM OF RADIATOR IN STAFF LOUNGE, 1 MOUSE DROPPING ON HAND WASHING SINK IN KINDERGARTEN ROOM, 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND BOOKCASE IN BOILER ROOM, 4 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES IN PAPER GOOD STORAGE ROOM, 1 MOUSE DROPPING ON FLOOR IN SCIENCE RESOURCE BOOK STORAGE ROOM, 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN LIBRARY OFFICE, 4 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES INSIDE CABINET IN LIBRARY OFFICE, 1 MOUSE DROPPING INSIDE BOTTOM COMPARTMENT OF COMPUTER TABLE IN LIBRARY, 6 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES AND FLOOR INSIDE SECOND FLOOR BOOK STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING IN WALK-IN FREEZER.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ALL PREP AND STORAGE AREAS.
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: SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALL AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WINDOW LEDGE AND BEHIND RADIATORS IN STAFF LOUNGE, ALONG WALLS, CEILINGS AND PIPE FITTINGS IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET IN LIBRARY, IN CEILING IN CUSTODIAL CLOSET NEAR SCIENCE RESOURCE BOOK STORAGE, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN WALL IN TEACHERS CLOSET IN PRE-K ROOM. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN STAFF LOUNGE/KITCHEN STORAGE AREA.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SEAL ALL OPENINGS, CRACKS, CREVICES, IN WALL AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG WINDOW LEDGE AND BEHIND RADIATORS IN STAFF LOUNGE, ALONG WALLS, CEILINGS AND PIPE FITTINGS IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET IN LIBRARY, IN CEILING IN CUSTODIAL CLOSET NEAR SCIENCE RESOURCE BOOK STORAGE, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN WALL IN TEACHERS CLOSET IN PRE-K ROOM. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN STAFF LOUNGE/KITCHEN STORAGE AREA.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection