FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Pritzker Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 7, 2016
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License #25871
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #12
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HAND WASHING FACILITIES: WITH SOAP AND SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES, CONVENIENT AND ACCESSIBLE TO FOOD PREP AREA - Comments: THREE SOAP DISPENSERS ARE INSTALLED ABOVE EACH WASH BOWL,IN WASHROOMS,HOWEVER ONLY ONE SOAP DISPENSER HAS VERY LITTLE SOAP,ALMOST EMPTY.OBSERVED IN GIRLS WASHROOM GIRLS SHARING SOAP HAND TO HAND DUE TO SOAP NOT ENOUGH AND RUNS OUT QUICKLY(PER GIRLS STATEMENT),OTHER GIRLS DID NOT WANT TO WAIT AND WALK-OUT WITHOUT WASHING HANDS. MUST PROVIDE ENOUGH SOAP IN ALL WASHROOMS. CRITICAL VIOLATION:7-38-030
Why This Matters
Missing supplies prevent proper handwashing, forcing inadequate cleaning that spreads pathogens.
Food Code Requirement
All handwashing sinks must have soap and hand drying provisions.
Specific Requirements
Soap in dispensers at each sink; Paper towels in dispensers or air dryers; Supplies maintained during all hours; Waste receptacles if paper towels used.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-301.11, 6-301.12
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: WASH ROOM NOT MAINTAINED. MIDDLE WASH BOWL CLOGGED UNABLE TO DRAIN,NO HOT WATER PROVIDED AT RIGHT SOUTH FAUCET BY THE STALL, SECOND FLOOR BOY'S WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR CAUSE. SERIOUS VIOLATION:7-38-030
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND TWO REACH-IN COOLERS AND FREEZER,ALSO A CHEST FREEZER AT LUNCH ROOM UNLOCKED.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A LOCK FOR SAID UNITS.MILK ARE STORED INSIDE THE MENTIONED UNITS.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: UNEVEN/BROKEN FLOOR AT SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR INSIDE THE BOYS WASHROOMS UNDER THE STALL THAT DIVIDES WASHBOWLS AND URINALS.SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SPIT BALLS ON CEILING INSIDE THE GIRLS WASHROOM AT THIRD FLOOR INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: SPIT BALLS ON CEILING INSIDE THE GIRLS WASHROOM AT THIRD FLOOR INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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