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Palmer Elementary School Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

Palmer Elementary School 5051 N Kenneth (4432W), CHICAGO 60630 School
October 27, 2010 Canvass License #24821
5
Total Violations
2
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST RE CAULK AROUND THE WASHBOWL SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM 1ST FLOOR MAIN BUILDING, ONE OF THE SINK IN GIRLS WASHROOM IN MODULE BLDG AND WOMENS WASHROOM IN ANNEX BLDG AND MAINTAIN.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MISSING FLOOR TILES INSIDE THE TEACHER'S LOUNGE ROOM . MUST REPLACE FLOOR TILES AND MAINTAIN.MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE FLOOR INSIDE 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR MOP SINK CLOSET.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE CEILING VENT IN BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOM SOUTH OF THE 2ND FLOOR, ALSO IN THE ANNEX BLDG INSIDE BOTH BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOM WITH MINIMAL DUST BUILT UP AND MAINTAIN.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING ON THE FOLLOWING AREA: 2ND FLOOR HALLWAY CLOSE TO THE STAIR, 2ND FLOOR STAIRWAY SOUTH EAST, WALLS INSIDE THE MOP SINK 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR . MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT,REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. .
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING ON THE FOLLOWING AREA: 2ND FLOOR HALLWAY CLOSE TO THE STAIR, 2ND FLOOR STAIRWAY SOUTH EAST, WALLS INSIDE THE MOP SINK 1ST AND 2ND FLOOR . MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT,REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. .
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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