FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Pullman Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 15, 2014
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License #25041
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
4
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
8
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 20 MICE DROPPLINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND A WOODEN SHELVING UNIT INSIDE THE STORAGE CLOSET IN THE PRE-K CLASSROOM,INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZED AFFECTED AREA.ALSO OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR IN THE BOILER ROOM NOT RODENT PROOF,HAS A 1/4 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF DOOR,MUST REPAIR TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
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 #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: THE 2ND FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM HAS NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS INSIDE THE WASHROOM AND THE 3RD FLOOR BOY'S WASHROOM HAS NO HOT OR COLD RUNNING WATER AT WASHBOWELS AND HAS NO SOAP OR PAPER TOWELS INSIDE THE WASHROOM,INSTRUCTED TO HAVE BOYS WASH HANDS ON ANOTHER FLOOR,SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: THE GREASE TRAP IN THE PREP AREA AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK HAS RUST,MUST REFINISH GREASE TRAP ALSO MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD ON THE EXPOSED HANDSINK NEXT TO THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREP AREA AND REMOVE RUST FROM THE SHELVING UNIT IN THE STORAGE AREA/OFFICE NEAR PREP AREA
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: REPAIR OR REPLACE (1) CRACKED FLOOR TILE IN THE PREP AREA IN FRONT OF THE HOT WARMER UNIT IN THE PREP AREA
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: THE CEILING INSIDE THE JANITORS CLOSET,HAS PEELING PAINT INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND REFINISH CEILING
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 PROVIDE A LIGHT SHIELD COVER INSIDE THE WALK-IN COOLER IN THE PREP AREA
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR THE HOT WATER HANDLE IN THE GIRL'S WASHROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR THE HOT WATER HANDLE IN THE GIRL'S WASHROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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