PATRICK HENRY ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED FROM REPORT #1098254 DATED 4/17/12. #34-EXCESSIVE DEBRIS ON FLOORS THRU-OUT STORAGE ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FLOORS THRU-OUT. #35-INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM WALLS AND CEILING INSIDE MOP SINK CLOSETS. #41- EXCESSICE CLUTTER IN STORAGE ROOMS,INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES,CLEAN AND ORGANIZE TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. ARTICLES MUST BE STORED OFF FLOORS AWAY FROM WALLS. CITATION ISSUED SERIOUS 7-42-090.

Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.

Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.

Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR BROKEN HAND DRYER (ONE OUT TWO) HAND DRYER IN BOYS WASHROOM 2ND FLLOR.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN IN DETAIL THE INTERIOR OF THE MICROWAVE IN TEACHERS LOUNGE ROOM AD MAINTAIN.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE OFF THE FLOOR ALL TEACHERS SUPPLIES BOXES STORED ON THE FLOOR IN THE TEACHERS LOUNGE ROOM BACK AREA CLOSE TO THE WASHROOM. OR PROVIDE RAISED SHEVINGS TO STORE TEACHERS SUPPLIES. MUST REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN THE TEACHERS WASHROOM 2ND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE MILK CRATE BEING USED AS A PALLET TO STORED STOCKS IN THE KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER/WALK IN FREEZER. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE RAISED SHELVINGS TO STORE STOCKS 6" OFF THE FLOOR.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT ON THE WALLS BEHIND THE TOILET BOWL IN TEACHERS WASSHROOM 2ND FLOOR, PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING ON THE HALLWAY 2ND FLOOR AND IN THE GYM. INSTRUCTED TO SCARAPE PEELING PAINT 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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD, REPLACE CRACKED BROKEN LIGHT SHIELD AND REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN THE GIRLS WASHROOM 3RD FLOOR. BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS AB0VE THE PREP AREA/KITCHEN. MUST REPLACE LIGHT BULBS.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: NO SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON THE DOOR OF THE MAIN OFFICE,AND TEACHERS LOUNGE ROOM WASHROOM DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL SELF CLOSING DEVICE.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ONE OUT OF THREE WASHBOWL SINK FAUCET IN GIRLS WASHROOM,BASEMENT NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. (NO WATER COMING OUT). INSTRUCTED T0 REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ONE OUT OF 3 WASHBOWL SINK FAUCET LOOSE, IN THE ANNEX BUILDING BOYS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: ONE OUT OF THREE WASHBOWL SINK FAUCET IN GIRLS WASHROOM,BASEMENT NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. (NO WATER COMING OUT). INSTRUCTED T0 REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. ONE OUT OF 3 WASHBOWL SINK FAUCET LOOSE, IN THE ANNEX BUILDING BOYS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR.

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.