FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SCHMID Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 28, 2018
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License #25391
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
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 OVER 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CUSTODIAL LOUNGE NEAR WATER HEATER, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BOTTOM SHELVES IN CUSTODIAL STORAGE AREA, 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON DESK UNDER REFRIGERATOR IN TEACHER LOUNGE, 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF REFRIGERATOR AND 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR NEAR DESK IN TEACHER LOUNGE, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON CARDBOARD BOX UNDER TABLE IN TEACHER LOUNGE, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN CORNER BEHIND BOOK RACKS IN TEACHER LOUNGE, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON BOOK SHELVES IN TEACHER LOUNGE, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN NORTHEAST CORNER IN TEACHER LOUNGE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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 #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SHELVES IN TEACHER LOUNGE AND CUSTODIAL STORAGE AREA. REMOVE DUST BUILDUP BEHIND OVEN IN KITCHEN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN CUSTODIAL LOUNGE, TEACHER LOUNGE, STORAGE AND BOILER ROOM AREAS.
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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELD OR SHATTERPROOF BULB INSIDE WALK-IN FREEZER.
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: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK, COLD WATER AT MIDDLE SINK, AND ADJUST HOT WATER TIMED FAUCET AT LEFT SINK IN BOYS ANNEX WASHROOM. REPLACE MISSING CAP ON LEFT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING.
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: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK, COLD WATER AT MIDDLE SINK, AND ADJUST HOT WATER TIMED FAUCET AT LEFT SINK IN BOYS ANNEX WASHROOM. REPLACE MISSING CAP ON LEFT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING.
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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