PARKSIDE COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: WE OBSERVED NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWEL IN WASHROOMS OR AVAILABLE IN CLASSROOMS FOR STUDENTS.OBSERVED STUDENTS USING GIRLS/BOYS WASHROOM WITHOUT SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS.INSTRUCTED ENGINEER TO PROVIDE,-CDI.CRITICAL CITATION ISSUED

Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.

All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.

Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL.RODENT/MICE DROPPINGS IN ENGINEER STORAGE ROOM,STORAGE SHELVES AND OFFICE.MORE THAN-50 MICE DROPPINGS.MUST CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS.MUST CONTACT PEST CO FOR SERVICE.ALSO ENGINEER DOOR IN BILER ROOM NOT RODENT PROOFED AT BOTTOM-1/4 INCH.MUST REPAIR.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OVER FLOWING GARBAGE,MISSING LIDS,NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST MAINTAIN LIDS CLOSED AND REPLACE MISSING LIDS.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: HAND WASHING FACILITIES NOT MAINTAINED.HAND SINKS IN POOR REPAIR IN GIRLS-1ST FL WASHROOM(NO WATER) AND BOY'S 2ND FL WASHROOM (NO WATER PRESSURE).MUST REPAIR SINKS.SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM-105.MUST REPAIR.

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: PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM-105.MUST REPAIR.

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.