FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Smyth Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
August 23, 2022
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License #25411
7
Total Violations
4
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: 2-501.11 OBSERVED INADEQUATE SUPPLIES ON SITE FOR VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP, OBSERVED NO SANITIZER (VIREX II 256) ON SITE AS DESCRIBED ON THE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP PROCEDURE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ADEQUATE VOMIT AND DIARRHEA CLEAN UP SUPPLIES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 50 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN A CAGED AREA WITH REACH IN COOLERS AND A 2 DOOR REFRIGERATOR DIRECTLY NEXT TO THE STUDENT DINING AREA, OBSERVED ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS IN BETWEEN THE GREASE TRAP AND THE WALL IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, OBSERVED ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE OVEN IN THE FOOD PREP AREA, AND ABOUT 10 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN A CORNER OF THE FOOD PREP AREA UNDER THE WINDOWS. OBSERVED ABOUT 6 LIVE LARGE FLIES FLYING AROUND THE STUDENT DINING AREA, THE FOOD PREP AREA AND IN THE PRE-SCHOOL CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE PEST ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS, AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A).
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
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO UP TO DATE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH SERVICE REPORT FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR (2022). INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C).
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE FOOD PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE HOT WATER PRESSURE. OBSERVED HAND WASHING SINK NOT PROPERLY TURNING ON IN THE PRE-K CLASSROOM #103. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE RECEPTACLE ON SITE. MANAGER STATES THE COMPACTOR IS INOPERABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN A OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED NO OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE RECEPTACLE ON SITE. MANAGER STATES THE COMPACTOR IS INOPERABLE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN A OUTSIDE COMMERCIAL GARBAGE DUMPSTER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B).
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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