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PROVIDENCE ST. MEL SCHOOL 119 S CENTRAL PARK AVE, CHICAGO 60624 School
May 28, 2013 Canvass License #2040661
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #16
CRITICAL
FOOD PROTECTED DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION, DISPLAY, SERVICE AND TRANSPORTATION - Comments: FOUND LARGE STANDING ICE MACHINE HAS BLACK SUBSTANCE AND LINE BUILDUP INSIDE THE ICE MACHINE. ICE MACHINE HAS BEEN TAGGED AND DO NOT USE IT. WHEN THE ICE MACHINE HAS BEEN CLEANED AND SANITIZED FAX OVER A LETTER THAT THIS HAS BEEN DONE. FAX# 312 746- 4240 AND AN INSPECTOR WILL RETURN AND INSPECT IT AND REMOVE THE TAG.
Dirty equipment harbors and spreads pathogens, causing cross-contamination and illness.
All food contact surfaces must be properly cleaned and sanitized.
Wash, rinse, sanitize after each use; Clean between different raw foods; Every 4 hours for continuous use; When contaminated; Proper procedures and chemicals.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REMOVE ICE FROM FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK-IN FREEZER AND HAVE THE CONDENSER CHECKED.
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.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN AND MAINTAIN VENTS UNDERNEATH THE HOOD AND THE COOKING EQUIPMENT WHERE NEEDED IN THE KITCHEN.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PEELING PAINT INSIDE SKYLIGHT ABOVE DISH STORAGE RACK ACROSS FROM THREE COMP SINK; REMOVE AND REPAINT. CRACKED AND PEELING PAINT ON WALL AND CEILING OF UTILITY CLOSET IN REAR OF KITCHEN; REMOVE, REPAIR AND REPAINT. PEELING WALL PAPER IN THE LUNCHROOM. REPAIR OR REPLACE IT.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE KITCHEN HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: CLEAN THE VENTS IN THE KITCHEN HAS DUST BUILDUP ON THEM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections