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Ray Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Ray (AKA: William H. Ray Elementary) 5631 S Kimbark (1300E), CHICAGO 60637 School
January 10, 2013 Canvass License #25071
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NOTED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE PRE-K CLASSROOM BEHIND THE COMPUTER DESK,ON TOP OF THE STUDENT PLAY COUCH,ON TOP OF HEATER,ALONG WINDOW SILL AND IN STUDENT CUBBIES. ALSO NOTED 20 DROPPINGS IN KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOM 101 ON INTERIOR OF STUDENT CUBBIES BY THE WASHROOM,BEHIND THE COMPUTER DESK AND ON INTERIOR OF WOOD BENCH ALONG THE WALLS. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 20 DROPPINGS IN THE TEACHERS LOUNGE SCATTERED ON FLOORS,BEHIND THE JUICE AND SODA MACHINES AND IN HALLWAY DIRECTLY OUTSIDE OF TEACHERS LOUNGE. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020.
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.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING RACKS ON INTERIOR OF ALL WALK IN COOLERS AND FREEZERS. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR. (SHELVING UNITS ORDERED AND NOT RECEIVED. PREMISES HAS UNTIL 4-10-2013)
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: DETAIL CLEN STUDENT CUBBIES IN THE PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN CLASSROOMS. MUST ALSO CLEAN CABINETS ALONG THE SERVING LINE IN THE CAFETERIA.
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: MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM CEILINGS IN THE 1ST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM IN THE OLD BUILDING.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST REMOVE PEELING PAINT FROM CEILINGS IN THE 1ST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM IN THE OLD BUILDING.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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