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SPENCER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Public shcool

SPENCER MATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY (AKA: Spencer Academy) 214 N LAVERGNE ST, CHICAGO 60644 PUBLIC SHCOOL
March 7, 2013 Canvass License #25441
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #30
CRITICAL
FOOD IN ORIGINAL CONTAINER, PROPERLY LABELED: CUSTOMER ADVISORY POSTED AS NEEDED - Comments: MUST LABEL THE BULK FOOD CONTAINER LOCATED IN THE KITCHER.
Improper methods result in slow cooling that allows bacterial growth.
Approved cooling methods must be used.
Use shallow pans, ice baths, rapid chill units, ice wands; Cut large items into smaller portions; Stir frequently; Leave uncovered during cooling.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON WALK IN COOLER AND HOT HOLDING CABINET.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOORS IN PREP AREA , WALK IN COOLER AND IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS WHERE NEEDED.
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.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: FOUND PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT IT.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND A DRIPPING FAUCET IN THE EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM AND BOYS TOILST FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM BY THE LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE FAUCETS SO THEY WORK PROPERLY.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND A DRIPPING FAUCET IN THE EMPLOYEES TOILET ROOM AND BOYS TOILST FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM BY THE LUNCHROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE FAUCETS SO THEY WORK PROPERLY.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections