FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
SERENDIPITY CHILDCARE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
October 16, 2019
License
License #2216009
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This daycare above and under 2 years was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on October 16, 2019. The inspection type was "License" 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR PREP AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SINGS AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS USED BY EMPLOYEES.
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: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN SECOND FLOOR FURNACE ROOM NEAR KITCHEN, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND SHELVING UNIT IN CORNER OF SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN NEAR FURNACE ROOM, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELF OF SHELVING UNIT IN SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN NEAR FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A)
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: OBSERVED 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN SECOND FLOOR FURNACE ROOM NEAR KITCHEN, 10 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR BEHIND SHELVING UNIT IN CORNER OF SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN NEAR FURNACE ROOM, 5 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELF OF SHELVING UNIT IN SECOND FLOOR KITCHEN NEAR FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A)
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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