PASS Risk 1 (High)

STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

STEPPING INTO THE FUTURE 1531 W LAWRENCE AVE, CHICAGO 60640 Children's Services Facility
June 3, 2015 Canvass License #2215768
4
Total Violations
2
Major
2
Minor

Inspection Summary

This children's services facility was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on June 3, 2015. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass outcome.

This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.

The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection.

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

4
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED A MESH NETTING ATTACHED TO THE WALL NEXT TO THE HANDSINK USED TO STORE PAPER TOWELS. INSTRUCTED TO USE NON ABSORBENT MATERIALS/CONTAINER TO STORE PAPER TOWELS TO ALLOW REGULAR CLEANING AND AVOID BACTERIA BUILDUP.
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 #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: WATER FOUNTAIN IN THE KITCHEN IS SOILED WITH DEBRIS, MUST BE DETAIL CLEANED AND MAINTAINED.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED A SECTION OF THE FLOOR IN THE BATHROOM WHERE THE TRIM HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THERE IS A GAP BETWEEN THE WALL AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TRIM TO PROVIDE A FLAT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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 #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: OBSERVED A SECTION OF THE FLOOR IN THE BATHROOM WHERE THE TRIM HAS BEEN REMOVED AND THERE IS A GAP BETWEEN THE WALL AND FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TRIM TO PROVIDE A FLAT, SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACE.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
Report Issues Call 311 or File Online
More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections