FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Scammon Elementary School Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
November 6, 2019
Canvass
License #25241
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 6, 2019. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO SOAP FOR HAND SINK IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND NO SOAP FOR HAND SINK IN 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AREA.MUST PROVIDE SOAP FOR HAND SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C),NO CITATION ISSUED. MANAGER ON SITE WENT TO STORE TO BUY ADDITIONAL HAND SOAP FOR MENTIONED HAND SINKS.(COS).
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DEAD MOUSE FOUND IN GLUE BOARD AT REAR DRY STORAGE ROOM AND TO MAINTAIN.ENGINEER REMOVED MENTIONED DEAD RODENT.(COS).
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND BROKEN WEATHERSTRIP AT WEST END EXIT DOORS#4 SHOWED ENGINEER.MUST MAKE DOORS TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 30 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN REAR CLUTTERED DRY STORAGE ROOM AND IN ADJACENT MANAGERS OFFICE AREA.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL AND PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED SHOWED MANAGER AT THIS TIME.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A),NO CITATION ISSUED
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND HANDLE TO MILK REFRIGERATION UNIT LOCATED IN LUNCH ROOM TO BE IN LOOSE SHOWED MANAGER.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND TO MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENING AT CEILING NEAR LIGHT FIXTURE IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA SHOWED MANAGER.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO SEAL NOTICEABLE OPENING AT CEILING NEAR LIGHT FIXTURE IN REAR FOOD PREP AREA SHOWED MANAGER.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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