SEXTON Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: FOUND 50 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: SCATTERED ALONG WALL BASE BEHIND GREASE TRAP, LUNCH ROOM UNDER RACK, UNDER AROUND REFRIGERATORS IN KITCHEN, KITCHEN STAFF LOCKER ROOMS, INSIDE COOLER AT COMPRESSOR IN KITCHEN, PRE K ROOM AROUND WALL BASE, SHELVES INSIDE STORAGE ROOM IN PRE K. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL TO SERVICE PREMISES. ALSO, NO CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE FOR INSPECTOR REVIEW. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CURRENT PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WITH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. FOUND REAR SCREEN DOOR WITH 1/2 INCH GAP ON BOTTOM AND 1/4TH INCH GAP AT TOP OF SAID DOOR. ALSO, 1/4TH INCH GAP AT BOTTOM RIGHT CORNERS OF SIDE DOOR IN LUNCHROOM AND SIDE ESTRANCE/EXIT DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING SO AS NO DAYLIGHT CAN BE SEEN. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT PROOF SAID DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

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.

OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. FOUND GARBAGE DUMPSTERS WITH OVERFLOWING GARBAGE, LIDS WIDE OPEN, UNABLE TO CLOSE DUE TO EXCESSIVE GARBAGE, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE GARBAGE, KEEP LIDS CLOSED, AND RECOMMEND ADDITIONAL GARBAGE PICKUP TO ACCOMODATE FLOW OF GARBAGE FROM SCHOOL OPERATIONS. SERIOUS 7-38-020 ISSUED.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.

Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.

Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: DEFROST DAIRY COOLER IN KITCHEN TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP AND REPAIR SCREEN AT SIDE SCREEN DOOR IN KITCHEN.

Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.

Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.

Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN FAN GUARDS INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN AND INSIDE WASHBOWL IN PRE K ROOM.

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. REPAIR CRACKED FLOOR TILE SECTIONS AT SIDE EXIT DOOR TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. CLEAN FLOORS IN KITCHEN, LUNCHROOM, AND INSIDE UTILITY SINK CLOSET IN 1ST. FLOOR.

Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.

Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.

Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REMOVE STAINS FROM CEILING IN KITCHEN ABOVE REFRIGERATORS AND VENTILATION HOOD. CLEAN WINDOW LEDGES IN LUNCHROOM.

Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.

Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.

Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: REPLACE LIGHT BULB INSIDE REFRIGERATOR IN KITCHEN.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAK AT HOT WATER HANDLE AT RINSE SINK IN KITCHEN BY DISH MACHINE. CLEAN DRAIN AT UTILITY SINK IN 1ST. FLOOR CLOSET.

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.

VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: REPAIR LEAK AT HOT WATER HANDLE AT RINSE SINK IN KITCHEN BY DISH MACHINE. CLEAN DRAIN AT UTILITY SINK IN 1ST. FLOOR CLOSET.

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.