FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Smyth Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 27, 2015
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License #25411
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
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: FOLLOWING DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED, EXIT #3 1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM OF LEFT DOOR, 1/4" GAP ON RIGHT CORNER OF SECOND DOOR, EXIT #11 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM BETWEEN DOORS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. 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 #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT WASHBOWL INSIDE WASHROOM IN ROOM 101. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
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 KITCHEN. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN NEAR MICROWAVE. REMOVE WATER OFF FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM.
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 ON CEILING NEAR EXIT#3 IN PRIMARY BUILDING AND MAIN BUILDING THIRD FLOOR.
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: INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN BOTH SERVING AREAS. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS ON KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INCREASE PRESSURE ON THE FOLLOWING FOUNTAINS, MIDDLE FOUNTAIN IN DINING AREA, BOTH FOUNTAINS IN SECOND FLOOR PRIMARY BUILDING, LEFT FOUNTAIN IN SECOND FLOOR MAIN BUILDING. REPAIR COLD WATER LEAK AT WASHBOWL IN MAIN BUILDING TEACHER LOUNGE. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET HANDLES IN SECOND FLOOR TEACHER LOUNGE WASHROOM.
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: INSTALL EXPOSED HAND SINKS IN BOTH SERVING AREAS. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCETS ON KITCHEN 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INCREASE PRESSURE ON THE FOLLOWING FOUNTAINS, MIDDLE FOUNTAIN IN DINING AREA, BOTH FOUNTAINS IN SECOND FLOOR PRIMARY BUILDING, LEFT FOUNTAIN IN SECOND FLOOR MAIN BUILDING. REPAIR COLD WATER LEAK AT WASHBOWL IN MAIN BUILDING TEACHER LOUNGE. REPAIR LEAKING FAUCET HANDLES IN SECOND FLOOR TEACHER LOUNGE WASHROOM.
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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