FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
North-Grand H.S. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 29, 2019
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License #46431
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT WATER WAS PROVIDED TO THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE 2ND FLOOR MEN'S WASHROOM OUTSIDE OF THE LIBRARY. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 100F TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES. OBSERVED 20 MOUSE DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR IN ROOM 150D. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS FROM THIS AREA. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO MINIMIZE OR ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC UTENSILS STORED IMPROPERLY IN THE TRAYS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BY HANDS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Violation #45
MINOR
Violation Details
SINGLE-USE/SINGLE-SERVICE ARTICLES: PROPERLY STORED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED PLASTIC UTENSILS STORED IMPROPERLY IN THE TRAYS. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO STORE ALL UTENSILS WITH HANDLES UP TO PREVENT CONTAMINATION BY HANDS.
Why This Matters
Contaminated single-use items transfer pathogens to food and customers.
Food Code Requirement
Single-use items must be protected from contamination.
Specific Requirements
Store in original packaging; Protect from contamination; Handle by non-contact surfaces; Cannot reuse.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-903.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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