FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
SOUTH CENTRAL COMMUNITY SERVICES ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 8, 2016
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License #3491970
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
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: OBSERVED 1/4 INCH OPENINGS AT BOTH SETS OF THE FRONT DOUBLE DOORS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL THE OPENINGS AND PROVIDE RODENT PROOF DOORS. 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: OBSRVED NO HOT WATER (73.7F) AT THE LEFT WASHBOWL INSIDE OF THE STUDENT MENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 85.0F OR ABOVE. SERIOUS VIOLATION7-38-030
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND THE DOOR FRAME AT THE SIDE AND REAR DOORS. ALSO OBSERVED CEILING VENTS WITH ACCUMULATED DUST INSIDE OF THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AROUND THE DOOR FRAMES AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS AROUND THE DOOR FRAME AT THE SIDE AND REAR DOORS. ALSO OBSERVED CEILING VENTS WITH ACCUMULATED DUST INSIDE OF THE WOMENS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AROUND THE DOOR FRAMES AND CLEAN CEILING VENTS.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection