NORTHSIDE COLLEGE PREP. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER OPEN HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH SERVING GLOVES ON. SHE PROCEEDS TO TOUCH READY TO EAT FOOD (PIZZA) WITH SAME GLOVE AND SERVE IT TO STUDENTS. FOOD HANDLER THEN CHANGES SOIL GLOVE AND CONTINUES TO SERVE STUDENTS. INSTRUCTED FOOD EMPLOYEES TO WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING SOILED EQUIPMENT AND BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES TO INITIATE A TASK THAT INVOLVES WORKING WITH FOOD. PRIORITY. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-010. CPS.

Improper sanitization fails to kill pathogens, allowing contaminated equipment to spread illness throughout facility.

Sanitizing solutions and rinse water must meet specific requirements for effectiveness.

Chemical sanitizers: Chlorine 50-100 ppm, Quaternary ammonium 200-400 ppm, Iodine 12.5-25 ppm; Hot water: 171°F for 30 seconds or 180°F at dish surface; Test strips required; Proper contact time.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN FOOD DISPENSING AREA. A HANDWASHING SINK MUST BE LOCATED TO ALLOW CONVENIENT USE BY EMPLOYEES IN ALL FOOD DISPENSING AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED.7-38-030(C)

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING CLEANSER AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISH ROOM. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH HAND CLEANING LIQUID AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.CORRECTED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030-(C)CPS

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND DRYING PROVISION AT HANDWASHING SINK IN DISH ROOM. ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE.CORRECTED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-030(C).CPS

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.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 60-80 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:ELECTRICAL 143(10), SPORTS STORAGE (6), ELECTRICAL 238C (10), STORAGE 242A (4), FACULTY LOUNGE 136, ALONG WALL BEHIND BLACK FILE CABINET(10), ELEVATOR ROOM 123, LEFT CORNER (15), COMMUNICATION 122-B, ALONG THE WALL IN BETWEEN SIGNS (20). THE PREMISES MUST BE MAINTAINED FREE FROM RODENTS. INSTRUCTED ENGINEER TO REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN SAID AREAS. RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION, NO CITATION ISSUED, 7-38-020(A),CPS.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED DEAD MOUSE ON TRAP IN MECHANICAL 241. INSTRUCTED ENGINEER TO REMOVE.

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.

GLOVES USED PROPERLY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD HANDLER OPEN SOIL HOT HOLDING UNIT WITH SERVING GLOVES ON. SHE PROCEEDS TO TOUCH READY TO EAT FOOD (PIZZA) WITH SAME GLOVE AND SERVE IT TO STUDENT. FOOD HANDLER THEN CHANGES SOIL GLOVE AND CONTINUES TO SERVE STUDENTS. FOOD EMPLOYEES MUST CLEAN HANDS AFTER HANDLING SOILED EQUIPMENT AND BEFORE PUTTING ON GLOVES TO INITIATE A TASK THAT INVOLVES WORKING WITH FOOD.

Improper glove use spreads contamination worse than bare hands.

Single-use gloves must be used correctly.

Wash hands before donning; Change when contaminated; Change between tasks; Single use only; Not a substitute for handwashing.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED REAR EXTERIOR LOADING DOCK AREA WITH OVER FLOWING GARBAGE RECEPTACLES. RECEPTACLES MUST BE MAINTAINED. INSTRUCTED ENGINEER TO MOVE SOME GARBAGE INTO EMPTY RECEPTACLES SO ALL RECEPTACLES ARE TIGHT FITTING. CORRECTED ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION ISSUED. 7-38-020(B). CPS.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROOMS, DUST PANS AND MOPS IN KITCHEN UTILITY CLOSET IN A DISORDERLY MANNER. ALL MAINTENANCE TOOLS SHALL BE STORED IN AN ORDERLY MANNER THAT FACILITATES CLEANING THE AREA USED FOR STORING THE MAINTENANCE TOOLS.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING THROUGH OUT KITCHEN. NOTED A BUILD UP OF DUST ABOVE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST ON CEILING THROUGH OUT KITCHEN. NOTED A BUILD UP OF DUST ABOVE FOOD PREPARATION AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN.

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.