NORTH STAR CHILD DEVELOPMENT, INC Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

WASH AND RINSE WATER: CLEAN AND PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: DISH MACHINE FACILITIES AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE. OBSERVED LOW TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE NOT AT PROPER TEMP OF 120 DEGREES. MACHINE WAS BEING USED AT TIME OF INSPECTION. 105 DEGREES FOUND AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS WHILE DISHES WERE BEING WASHED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER MUST NOT USE MACHINE UNTIL REPAIRED AND PROPERLY DISPENSES 120 DEGREES AT WASH CYCLE. OPERATION MUST USE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK TO WASH, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL DISHES. MACHINE WAS TAGGED DURING INSPECTION. OPERATION INSTRUCTED TO SERVICE MACHINE AND DO NOT USE UNTIL CORRECT TEMP LEVEL IS REACHED. MUST CONTACT THE CDPH WHEN REPAIRED, TO HAVE TAG REMOVED. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-38-30.

Inadequate sanitization allows pathogens to survive and multiply, causing cross-contamination and foodborne illness.

Food contact surfaces must be properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized.

Clean and sanitize: After each use with different raw foods; Between raw and ready-to-eat foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Using approved methods and concentrations.

FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD STORE IN KITCHEN REFRIGERATOR, IN GROCERY BAGS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO STORE FOODS IN FDA APPROVED PLASTIC BAGS. MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES.

Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.

Approved cooling methods must be used.

Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED UNFINISHED CAULKING ALONG TOP AND BOTTOM OF FLOOR UTILITY SINK, IN 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED WINDOW SEALS IN ALL CLASSROOMS WITH UNFINISHED CONCRETE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL AND ENSURE ALL SERVICES ARE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON VENTILATION ABOVE SHELVING UNIT IN KITCHEN AREA. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE COOK LINE AND COOK LINE AREA. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD-UP ON HOOD FILTERS ABOVE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE, DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED MISSING VENT COVER IN GYM ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE VENT COVER. MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON VENTILATION ABOVE SHELVING UNIT IN KITCHEN AREA. OBSERVED STAINED CEILING TILE ABOVE COOK LINE AND COOK LINE AREA. OBSERVED EXCESSIVE DUST BUILD-UP ON HOOD FILTERS ABOVE DISH WASHING MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPLACE, DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN IT ALL TIMES. OBSERVED MISSING VENT COVER IN GYM ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE VENT COVER. MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES.

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.