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Ray Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Ray (AKA: William H. Ray Elementary) 5631 S Kimbark (1300E), CHICAGO 60637 School
February 4, 2020 Canvass Re-Inspection License #25071
7
Total Violations
5
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM(56.1F-61.3F), SECOND FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM(48.2F), THIRD FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM(52.3F-55.4F), THIRD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM(66.9F). OBSERVED NO RUNNING WATER AT HAND WASHING SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASH SINK AT FOOD DISPENSING LINE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR EMPLOYEES USE. MUST PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF LEFT MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR, 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF SECOND DOOR AT EXIT #2 NEAR ASSEMBLY HALL, 1/4" GAP UNDER AND BOTTOM LEFT CORNER OF LAST DOOR AT EXIT #2. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED URINAL NOT FLUSHING IN BOYS WASHROOM NEAR LUNCHROOM. OBSERVED LOOSE FAUCET ON HAND WASHING SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED WALK-IN FREEZER WASTE LINE DRAINING ON FLOOR AND NOT FLOOR DRAIN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR IN MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE IN TEACHER STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN CLASSROOM AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN CLASSROOM AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

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