Northside Learning Center Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: - MUST PROVIDE HANDWASH SIGNAGE AT THE HANDWASH SINK IN THE COFFEE BAR. -

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 DIRTY DISHES, A DISH SPONGE, AND DISH SOAP INSIDE A HANDWASH SINK IN ONE OF THE CLASSROOMS. VIOLATION CORRECTED ON SITE; BY REMOVING ARTICLES FROM THE HANDWASH SINK AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ALL HANDWASH SINKS ARE TO BE USED FOR HANDWASHING ONLY. INSTRUCTED FACILITY THAT ALL DIRTY DISHES AND UTENSILS MUST BE WASHED IN A DISHMACHINE OR A SINK WITH 3 COMPARTMENTS TO ENSURE THE FACILITATION OF ADEQUATE WASH, RINSE, SANITIZE PROCEDURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED. -

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: - OBSERVED THE HANDWASH SINKS IN THE MEN'S AND WOMEN'S GYM TOILET ROOMS & THE LEFT SINK IN THE WEST-END WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM, IN POOR REPAIR AT TIME OF INSPECTION. MUST REPAIR HANDWASH SINKS TO ADEQUATELY MAINTAIN A HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F-120F AT ALL TIMES. -

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: - MUST PROVIDE COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLES INSIDE ALL UNISEX AND WOMEN'S TOILET ROOMS. -

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: - OBSERVED AN ACCUMULATION OF ARTICLES STORED IN THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER AREA (EX. OLD TABLES, HOT WATER TANK, BRICKS/STONES,HOSE, BROOM). MUST REMOVE ALL ARTICLES AND STORE AWAY FROM THE DUMPSTER AREA TO PREVENT POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE CONDITIONS. -

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: - MUST REMOVE THE BROKEN/UNUSED DISH MACHINES FROM PREMISE, 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.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: - OBSERVED THE EXHAUST FAN VENTILATION BROKEN IN THE FOLLOWING TOILET ROOMS: BOTH THE UNISEX TOILET ROOMS BY THE KITCHEN & THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN THE GYM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: - OBSERVED THE EXHAUST FAN VENTILATION BROKEN IN THE FOLLOWING TOILET ROOMS: BOTH THE UNISEX TOILET ROOMS BY THE KITCHEN & THE WOMEN'S TOILET ROOM IN THE GYM. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. -

Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.

Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.

Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.