Smith, Wendell 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: OBSERVED 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNERS, ON BRICK, ALONG WALLS AND SHELVING IN JANITOR EQUIPMENT STORAGE ROOM, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER BEHIND SHELVING UNITS IN WATER HEATER ROOM, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE ELECTRICAL BOX, ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM ACROSS FROM KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. 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.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE FROM REPORT #545690 ON 12-16-11. 32-MUST REPLACE WOOD PREP TABLE AND PROVIDE A PREP TABLE THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. 38-MUST REPAIR VENTILATION ABOVE COOK LINE. MUST ALSO REPAIR/INSTALL VENTILATION IN 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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE WOOD PREP TABLE AND PROVIDE A PREP TABLE THAT IS SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE. (STAINLESS STEEL). REMOVE ICE BUILDUP IN WALK-IN FREEZER. REPAIR GASKET ON WALK-IN COOLER DOOR.

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 WATER FOUNTAIN IN GYM. REMOVE STANDING WATER IN UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET NEAR KITCHEN. CLEAN ALL SHELVING UNITS IN UTILITY STORAGE AREAS.

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: FLOORS NEED CLEANING ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN ELECTRICAL ROOM, WATER HEATER ROOM AND UTILITY STORAGE AREAS.

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: SEAL OPENINGS ALONG BASEBOARDS AND REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN PRE-K CLASSROOM.

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: REPAIR LIGHT FIXTURE IN GYM WASHROOM. PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM.

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: PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK. REPLACE MISSING FAUCET ON LEFT SINK IN WOMEN LIBRARY WASHROOM. REPAIR UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET NEAR KITCHEN (STANDING WATER).

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: PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE COOKING EQUIPMENT. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN ALL WASHROOMS. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET ON EXPOSED SINK. REPLACE MISSING FAUCET ON LEFT SINK IN WOMEN LIBRARY WASHROOM. REPAIR UTILITY SINK IN CLOSET NEAR KITCHEN (STANDING WATER).

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.