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Seward Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Seward 4600 S Hermitage (1732W), CHICAGO 60609 School
March 14, 2018 Canvass License #25301
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: Observed 3 small, black flies and approximately 20 roach droppings inside dish machine in rear prep area. Must remove all roach droppings. Must detail clean and sanitize machine. Must eliminate pest issue. Serious violation 7-38-020.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Observed previously issued minor violations not corrected from report # 1989313, dated 2/17/17. Must correct the following previous minor violations: #35 SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS IN KITCHEN, PREP, AND STORAGE AREAS. SEAL OPENING IN CEILING IN REAR PREP AREA NEAR CLOCK. REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN DRY STORAGE AREA. #38 REPAIR LEAK UNDER SINK NEAR UNUSED DISH MACHINE. INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE ON LEFT SINKS IN GIRLS SECOND AND THIRD FLOOR WASHROOMS. Serious violation 7-42-090
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed separate, rear prep area of kitchen without required exposed hand sink (where food handlers are actively prepping potentially hazardous foods). Observed "Patio" smaller, separate lunch room, with serving line, hot and cold holding units, and without required exposed hand sinks. Must install exposed hand sink in rear prep area and in "patio" smaller lunch room. Must maintain same. Observed right washbowl sink in disrepair in boys restroom on floor 1. Observed water leaking onto floor when water turned on from pipes below sink. Must repair and maintain same. Observed right toilet stall in disrepair in girls restroom on floor 1. Out of order sign on stall due to toilet loose. Must repair and maintain same. Observed leak at top of backflow prevention device (pipe from wall above utility sink) in janitor's closet on floor 3. Must repair and maintain same.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed separate, rear prep area of kitchen without required exposed hand sink (where food handlers are actively prepping potentially hazardous foods). Observed "Patio" smaller, separate lunch room, with serving line, hot and cold holding units, and without required exposed hand sinks. Must install exposed hand sink in rear prep area and in "patio" smaller lunch room. Must maintain same. Observed right washbowl sink in disrepair in boys restroom on floor 1. Observed water leaking onto floor when water turned on from pipes below sink. Must repair and maintain same. Observed right toilet stall in disrepair in girls restroom on floor 1. Out of order sign on stall due to toilet loose. Must repair and maintain same. Observed leak at top of backflow prevention device (pipe from wall above utility sink) in janitor's closet on floor 3. Must repair and maintain same.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
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