FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Prosser Voc. (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 13, 2017
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License #53041
10
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
10
Violation #11
MAJOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE HAND WASHING FACILITIES FOR STUDENTS .OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK FILLING UP WITH WATER WHEN WATER IS ON AND NOT DRAINING IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.NO ADDITIONAL HAND SINK LOCATED IN CLASSROOM.MUST CEASE CLASSROOM FOOD PREPARATION DUE TO LACK OF HAND WASHING FACILITIES.MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK AT ALL TIMES.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Specific Requirements
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-203.11, 6-302.11
Violation #13
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT INFESTATION, NO BIRDS, TURTLES OR OTHER ANIMALS - Comments: OBSERVED AN INFESTATION OF APPX.300 OR MORE RODENT DROPPING SCATTERED THROUGHOUT THE CULINARY ARTS ROOM IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS ON FOOD STORAGE LIDS,FLOOR MIXER,LOWER SHELVES OF PREP TABLES,FRYER CABINETS,LOWER SHELF OF GRILL TABLE,ON AND ON TOP OF COFFEE MACHINE,WALL OUTLET COVERS AND BRACKETTES,INSIDE OF KNIFE AND BOOK STORAGE CABINET,ON FLOOR UNDER,AROUND AND BEHIND DESK,COPY MACHINE,UNDER PREP TABLES,DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA SHELVING UNITS,ALONG WALL BASES BEHIND COOKING EQUIPMENT.ALSO DEAD ROACHES ON FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER AND DOOR HINDGE.MUST CEASE CLASSROOM FOOD PREPARATION UNTIL REINSPECTED.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS AND EQUIPMENT.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/13/17.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Pests carry numerous pathogens including Salmonella, E. coli, and Hantavirus, contaminating food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Facility must be free of pest infestation.
Specific Requirements
No live pests; No pest droppings, gnaw marks, or nesting; Effective pest control program; Regular monitoring; Professional treatment when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX 15 RODENT DROPPING IN MAIN KITCHEN ON FLOOR UNDER VENTILATION HOOD,ON OUTLET COVER BEHIND OVEN,ON INTERIOR LEDGE OF PREP TABLE.ALSO DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED APPX. "3/4" ALONG BOTTOM OF DOOR #4,8 AND DOCK MAN DOOR.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS.RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/13/16.(NO CITATION ISSUED)
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #30
CRITICAL
Violation Details
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL FOOD STORAGE CONTAINERS WHEN FOOD IS NOT IN ORIGINAL PACKAGE IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.
Why This Matters
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Food Code Requirement
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Specific Requirements
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.15
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.MUST APPLY A SEALANT OR PAINT RAW WOOD SHELVING UNIT IN WALK IN COOLER IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.
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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM WALK IN COOLER SHELVING UNITS, INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE,POTATOE PEELER IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.WALK IN COOLER #1-COMPRESSOR UNIT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM FLOOR IN WALK IN COOLER #1- IN MAIN KITCHEN AND WALK IN COOLER IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND LOOSE WALL PANELS IN WALK IN COOLER #2 & 3 IN MAIN KITCHEN,STAINED CEILING TILES IN CULINARY ARTS ROOM.MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT IN MAIN KITCHEN.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN LUNCHROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN LUNCHROOM.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM LIGHT SHIELDS IN LUNCHROOM.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE CRACKED LIGHT SHIELD IN LUNCHROOM.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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