RACHEL'S LEARNING CENTER, LTD. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: 2-102.14(N): NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-010. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.

All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.

Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11: NO VOMITOUS AND DIARRHEAL INCIDENT CLEAN UP POLICY AND KIT ON SITE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#: 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.112: OBSERVED DEAD BUGS THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRETY OF THE BASEMENT. MUST REMOVE, CLEAN, SANITIZE, AND MAINTAIN AREA.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15: OBSERVED A 1/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOMS OF REAR AND SIDE EXIT DOORS. MUST PROVIDE A TIGHT FITTING SEAL TO PREVENT THE ENTRY OF PESTS.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE AT TIME OF INSPECTION. APPROX 200 RODENT DROPPINGS WERE IDENTIFIED THROUGHOUT THE BASEMENT AREA AND APPROX 100 TOTAL DROPPINGS WERE FOUND IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: THE FLOOR AND SHELVES OF THE RED ROOM, THE FLOOR OF THE CLOSETS AND TOILET ROOM OF THE BLUE ROOM, THE FLOOR OF THE PURPLE ROOM, THE FLOOR AND CLOSETS OF THE TEACHER'S LOUNGE. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN, SANITIZE AND MAINTAIN AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL PROVIDER FOR FURTHER SERVICE AND INSTRUCTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION#:7-38-020(A). CITATION ISSUED.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-501.11: OBSERVED THE TANK LIDS OF THE TOILETS IN THE GREEN AND BLUE ROOM IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.115: OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED UNNECESSARY ARTICLES (WOOD, OLD TOYS, LEAVES) ON THE FLOOR OF THE GARBAGE AREA. MUST REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND MAINTAIN AREA.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.11: OBSERVED HOLES IN THE WALL/CEILING OF THE PURPLE ROOM. MUST REPAIR. OBSERVED WARPED AND STAINED FLOOR TILES IN THE BLUE TOILET ROOM. MUST REPLACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11: OBSERVED RAW WOOD BUILT AROUND THE MOP SINK. MUST PAINT WITH A HIGH GLOSS SEAL TO PROVIDE AND NONPOROUS, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11: OBSERVED RAW WOOD BUILT AROUND THE MOP SINK. MUST PAINT WITH A HIGH GLOSS SEAL TO PROVIDE AND NONPOROUS, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.