FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Mount Vernon Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 27, 2011
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #24601
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
2
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #14
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO ON REPORT# 289301 ON 1-11-11. VIOLATION #29/34 MUST SEAL OPENINGS IN FLOOR ALONG BASEBOARDS IN LUNCHROOM. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN TEACHERS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM. 35 SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN LUNCHROOM. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOMS (PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC) IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN LUNCHROOM. REPAIR WALLS ABOVE WEST THIRD FLOOR STAIRWAY. REPAIR WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NORTH CORRIDOR. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN GYM. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED H70434 COURT DATE 3-10-11 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
Why This Matters
Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.
Food Code Requirement
Previous critical violations must be corrected.
Specific Requirements
All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-401.10
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: 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. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR NORTH HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOM AREAS (PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC). SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN ALL AREAS.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
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.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN TEACHERS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR NORTH HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOM AREAS(PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC). SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN LUNCHROOOM. REPAIR WALLS ABOVE WEST THIRD FLOOR STAIRWAY. REPAIR WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NORTH CORRIDOR. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN GYM.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS AND CEILINGS NEED REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR NORTH HALLWAY, 2ND FLOOR TEACHERS WASHROOM AND LUNCHROOM AREAS(PEELING PAINT, CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC). SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN ALL AREAS. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN LUNCHROOOM. REPAIR WALLS ABOVE WEST THIRD FLOOR STAIRWAY. REPAIR WALLS AND CEILINGS IN NORTH CORRIDOR. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN GYM.
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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