Mount Vernon Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO FROM INSPECTION REPORT #164288 ON 1-22-10. 34 REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN TEACHERS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN LUNCHROOM, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS, AROUND TOILETS AND URINALS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. REPAIR HAND DRYER IN BOYS 3RD FLOOR WASHROOM. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR NORTH HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOM AREAS (PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC). SEAL OPENINGS ALONG EAST WALL AND BASEBOARDS IN PRE-K ROOM 104. SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED H70874 COURT DATE 2-24-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL WATER FOUNTAINS.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST SEAL OPENINGS IN FLOOR ALONG BASEBOARDS IN LUNCHROOM; REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN TEACHERS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM.

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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN LUNCHROOM, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS, AROUND TOILETS AND URINALS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. REPAIR HAND DRYER IN BOYS 3RD FLOOR WASHROOM. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR NORTH HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOM AREAS(PEELING PAINT, CRACKS,CREVICES,ETC). SEAL OPENINGS ALONG EAST WALL AND BASEBOARDS IN PRE-K ROOM 104. SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN LUNCHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS ABOVE URINAL AND TOILETS IN BOYS FIRST AND THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM, UNDER SINKS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN GIRLS FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REMOVE PEELING PAINT IN CEILING ABOVE STALLS IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR WALLS ABOVE WEST THIRD FLOOR STAIRWAY. REPAIR WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NORTH CORRIDOR. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN GYM.

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN LUNCHROOM.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. REPLACE DAMAGED LIGHT SHIELD IN LUNCHROOM.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.