PROJECT ORG. & DESIGN STUDIO Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare combo 1586

FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: MUST PROVIDE HOT HOLDING EQUIPMENT ON SITE TO HOLD CATERED FOOD ITEMS AT APPROPRIATE TEMPERATURES UNTIL SERVED. MUST HAVE EQUIPMENT ON AND OPERATING TO VERIFY THAT IT MAINTAINS PROPER TEMPERATURES.

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST INSTALL AN EXPOSED HAND BOWL IN THE FOOD PREP AREA WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.

Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.

Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: MUST OBTAIN A LICENSED PEST CONTROL SERVICE AND PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE CONTAINING ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. MUST PROPERLY RODENT PROOF DOUBLE DOORS LEADING FROM CLASSROOM TO PLAY GROUND AND SIDE ENTRANCE DOOR. MUST RAISE THRESHOLD OR INSTALL PROTECTIVE STRIPS ALONG BOTTOMS OF DOORS AND MAKE COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF.

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.

* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A CITY OF CHICAGO FOODSERVICE MANAGERS CERTIFICATE OR VALID PROOF OF ENROLLMENT.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: MUST INSTALL A 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH AN ATTACHED METAL DRAIN BOARD AND A GREASE TRAP OR A COMMERCIAL DISH MACHINE CAPABLE OF PROPERLY SANITIZING MULTI USE ITEMS.

Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.

Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.

3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN ELECTRICAL CLOSET AND MOP SINK ROOM. MUST REPAIR TORN CARPET IN CLASSROOMS WHERE NEEDED AND REMOVE TAPE.

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: MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES THROUGHOUT CLASSROOMS, REAR WASHROOMS AND THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED. MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS ALONG WALL BASES IN ELECTRICAL ROOM. MUST INSTALL BASEBOARD ALONG ALL WALLS IN REAR MOP SINK ROOM. MUST SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS IN WALLS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM AND IN MOP SINK ROOM UNDER MOP SINK AND BEHIND HOT WATER HEATER.

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: REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS IN REAR CLASSROOM. MUST PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD OVER LIGHTS WHERE MISSING IN REAR CLASSROOM.

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: MUST INSTALL A SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON STAFF WASHROOM DOOR.

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: MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION OR A WINDOW OPEN TO THE AIR IN BOTH STUDENT WASHROOMS. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK.

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: MUST PROVIDE MECHANICAL VENTILATION OR A WINDOW OPEN TO THE AIR IN BOTH STUDENT WASHROOMS. MUST INSTALL A BACK FLOW DEVICE AT MOP SINK.

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.