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Smyth Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School

Smyth 1059 W 13th (1300S) ST, CHICAGO 60608 School
February 11, 2019 Canvass License #25411
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: ENGINEER SODEXO. NO DISINFECTANT RATED FOR NORO VIRUS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE, PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 30 MICE DROPPING LOCATED IN THE FOLOWING AREA: IN KITCHEN UNDER THE STOVE, BEHIND WALKI-IN FREZER AND BETWEEN THE WALK-IN COLER AND FREEZER, IN ENGINEER HALWAY BEHIND CHEMICAL BARREL WITH MOPS AND BROOMS IN THEM. ENGINEER USED SHOP VACUUM TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. 7-38-020(a), NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS INSIDE MICROWAVE AND HOLD HOLDING UNIT. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #50
CRITICAL
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN EMPLOYEE LOCKER ROOM KEY REST ROOM. ENGINEER CAME WITH WATER KEY AND TURNED UP HOT WATER. WASHRO0M HAS RUNNING HOT WATER AT THIS TIME. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(c) COS, NO CITATION ISSUED.
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED CEILING LIGHT SHEILDS OVER SERVING AREA NOT UNCLEAN. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT IN SERVING AREAS, HALLWAYS AND CEILINGS THROUGH OUT THE BUILDING AND ON WALL AT ENTRANCES. ALSO, OBSERVED WALL IN KITCHEN IN POR CONDITION DUE TO DISHMACHINE BEING TAKEN OUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT IN SERVING AREAS, HALLWAYS AND CEILINGS THROUGH OUT THE BUILDING AND ON WALL AT ENTRANCES. ALSO, OBSERVED WALL IN KITCHEN IN POR CONDITION DUE TO DISHMACHINE BEING TAKEN OUT. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR, MAKE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE.INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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