FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SCHOOL OF LIFE PRESCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
May 23, 2016
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License #2327027
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
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 40 MICE DROPPINGS ON LOWER SHELF OF PREP TABLE AND WITHIN POTS/PANS AND ON TOP OF CONTAINERS ON STORAGE SHELF ACROSS FROM PREP TABLE IN SAME AREA OF KITCHEN LOCATED OFF OF GYM ROOM. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN/SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS. CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE TO MINIMIZE/ELIMINATE PROBLEM. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 ISSUED.
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: REMOVE HEAVY DUST BUILD UP ON VENTS AT WALL ABOVE BETWEEN WALK-IN COOLER AND WALK-IN FREEZER 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: DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA ALONG WALL BASE AT CORNERS. REMOVE EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR OF. WALK-IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AREA, KEEP DRY.
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN/SANITIZE FLOORS IN KITCHEN AREA ALONG WALL BASE AT CORNERS. REMOVE EXCESS WATER ON FLOOR OF. WALK-IN COOLER IN KITCHEN AREA, KEEP DRY.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection