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OGDEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

OGDEN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL 1250 W ERIE ST, CHICAGO 60642 School
February 9, 2016 Canvass License #3128634
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OUTER OPENING NOT PROTECTED. DOOR #5 WITH A GAP OF 1/4" TO 1/2" AT BOTTOM OF THE DOOR INSTRUCTED TO RODENT / INSECT PROOF DOOR. IN USE WINDOW FAN IN THE KITCHEN NOT PROTECTED.SCREENING MATERIAL SHALL NOT BE LESS THAN 16 MESH TO THE INCH. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-020.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: NORTH BOYS AND GIRLS WWASHROOMS AT SECOND FLOOR NOT MAINTAINED. NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT WASHBOWLS WITH METERED FAUCETS INSIDE THE BOY'S WASHROOM/LOCKER ROOM(ROOM # 2023),PRESENT TEMPERATURE AT 66.1F TO 66.3F. ALSO NO SOAP PROVIDED AT SAME WASHROOM.CUSTODIAN ATTEMPED TO PROVIDE SOAP UNABLE TO DO SO DUE TO SOAP DISPENSER IS BROKEN. NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT METERED FAUCETS AT GIRLS WASHROOM/LOCKER ROOM(ROOM 2033,PRESENT WATER TEMPERATURE AT 66.1F TO 67.6F. INSTRUCTED TO USE WEST WASHROOMS(GIRLS AND BOYS) AT SAME FLOOR.,HOT/COLD RUNNING WATER PROVIDED. WARM OR TEMPERED WATER MUST MAINTAIN 85F BY THE INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: UNKNOWN CEILING PIPE IN THE KITCHEN ABOVE THE PREP TABLE AND UNUSED DISH MACHINE. IF PIPE IN QUESTION IS A WASTE WATER PIPE NEED TO BE BOXED IN OR WRAP WITH A SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT MATERIAL,IF IS ANY OTHER PIPE, INFORMATION IS NEEDED.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: HALF OF THE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT COMPLETELY ATTACHED TO FIXTURE,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR:ALSO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP AT SAID LIGHT SHIELD
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: HALF OF THE LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK NOT COMPLETELY ATTACHED TO FIXTURE,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR:ALSO REMOVE DUST BUILD-UP AT SAID LIGHT SHIELD
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.

Health Department Information

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