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NEW PISGAH DAY CARE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

NEW PISGAH DAY CARE 8130 S RACINE AVE, CHICAGO 60620 Children's Services Facility
March 10, 2025 Canvass License #2215474
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE SLOW DRAIN AT BOTH HAND SINKS IN TINY TOTS CLASS ROOM.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 50 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN-ON FLOOR NEXT TO CABINET,ON FLOOR UNDER COUNTER WHERE PAMPERS ARE STORED,ON TOP OF CAMBROS.TERRIFIC 2'S ROOM-INSIDE OF CUBBIES AND MAGNETIC BOARD.TINY TOTS ROOM-ON WALL BASE LEDGE AT REFRIGERATOR AND ELECTRICAL ROOM WOOD LEDGES.BRILLANT BEARS ROOM-ON PUZZLE SHELF,WALL BASE LEDGE BEHIND TALL STORAGE AND FILE CABINETS.BUSY BEE ROOM-HOUSEKEEPING CLOSET.MOPSINK CLOSET-IN BETWEEN CLUTTER ON FLOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 3/10/25.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED)
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG RIGHT CORNER OF REAR KITCHEN DOOR AND FINE SCREEN UPPER WINDOW IN BRILLANT BEAR CLOSET TO BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT INSECT ENTRY.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #49
MINOR
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM HAND SINK BASIN IN KITCHEN.
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST SEAL GAPS ALONG TOPSIDES OF WALL BASES IN HALLWAY UNDER WATER FOUNTAINS,TINY TOTS,BRILLANT BEARS,BUSY BEES.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILE IN BETWEEN CABINET AND REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN,DAMAGED CEILING IN BOY'S TOILET ROOM.STAINED CEILING TILE IN TERRIFIC 2'S ROOM.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASSROOMS,REAR CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET ADJACENT TO KITCHEN,MOP SINK CLOSET ,REAR HALLWAY AT EXIT DOOR OF BRILLANT CLASS ROOM.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN ALL CLASSROOMS,REAR CHEMICAL STORAGE CLOSET ADJACENT TO KITCHEN,MOP SINK CLOSET ,REAR HALLWAY AT EXIT DOOR OF BRILLANT CLASS ROOM.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

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