FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Shoesmith Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 18, 2017
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License #25371
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: EXIT #3 NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM OF LEFT DOOR. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOOR TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. OBSERVED 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON RADIATOR AND 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON SHELVES IN UNIFORM STORAGE NEAR EXIT #3, 3 MICE DROPPINGS ON CART UNDER MICROWAVE, AND 2 MICE DROPPINGS ON TOP OF MICROWAVE AND TRAY ON MICROWAVE IN TEACHERS 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 INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF SHELVES AND RADIATOR IN UNIFORM STORAGE, MICROWAVE, TRAY, AND CART IN TEACHERS LOUNGE.
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 GYM OFFICE AND STORAGE AREAS, SECOND FLOOR MDF AND MECHANICAL ROOMS.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: REMOVE PEELING PAINT AND REPAIR CEILING ABOVE OVEN AND STOVE IN KITCHEN. REPLACE MISSING CEILING TILE IN DRY STORAGE AREA. CLEAN FILTERS INSIDE VENTILATION HOOD(DUST BUILDUP). REPLACE MISSING OUTLET COVER IN KITCHEN OFFICE BEHIND DESK. SEAL OPENINGS IN WALL ABOVE URINALS IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS ABOVE TOILET IN ENGINEER WASHROOM.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE HOT WATER AR RIGHT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. PROVIDE RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR TOILET IN LEFT STALL IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. INCREASE WATER PRESSURE AT LEFT SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR TIMED FAUCET ON SECOND TO RIGHT SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS WITHOUT RETOUCHING HANDLE.)
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 AR RIGHT SINK IN BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. PROVIDE RUNNING HOT AND COLD WATER AT RIGHT SINK IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR TOILET IN LEFT STALL IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. INCREASE WATER PRESSURE AT LEFT SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR TIMED FAUCET ON SECOND TO RIGHT SINK IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM(WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS WITHOUT RETOUCHING HANDLE.)
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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