FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
STEVENSON ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 26, 2022
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License #25471
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT WATER AT HANDWASH SINKS IN STUDENT TOILET ROOMS (OLD BUILDING), 69.0F. INSTD TO PROVIDE 100F-120F HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: TURKEY AND CHEESE SANDWICHES AT 55.9F IN REACH IN COOLER THAT IS IN POOR REPAIR. ALL SANDWICHES DISCARDED AND DENATURED AT THIS TIME, APPROX 5LBS , $10 VALUE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: UPRIGHT REACH IN COOLER UNABLE TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE, AIR TEMPERATURE OF 56.0F. COOLER TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION AT THIS TIME. INSTD TO REPAIR AND HAVE REINSPECTED BY CDPH PRIOR TO USING. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: MICE ACTIVITY NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: APPROX. 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE, APPROX 30 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLBASE IN DISHMACHINE ROOM, APPROX 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE ROOM AND APPROX 20 ON FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM NEXT TO PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR 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: MICE ACTIVITY NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: APPROX. 20 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE, APPROX 30 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLBASE IN DISHMACHINE ROOM, APPROX 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON STORAGE SHELVES IN DRY STORAGE ROOM AND APPROX 20 ON FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM NEXT TO PREP AREA. INSTD TO REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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