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Stowe Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Stowe (AKA: STOWE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) 3444 W Wabansia, CHICAGO 60647 School
March 16, 2017 Canvass License #25521
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING PREVENTING LIDS FROM CLOSING PROPERLY. THIS IS HARBORAGE AND A FOOD SOURCE FOR RODENTS AND OTHER PEST.INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT OR TEMPERED RUNNING WATER AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE GIRLS BATHROOM ON THE 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR TEMPERATURE OF WATER 49.3F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. HOT OR TEMPERED WATER HAS BEEN REPAIRED DURING INSPECTION. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED FROM 02/25/16 REPORT#1632251 (35)NOTED PEELING PAINT THROUGH THE BATHROOMS ON WALLS AND CEILINGS. MUST CLEAN REPAINT AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-42-090.
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALL NEXT TO MILK WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF KITCHEN. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON WALL NEXT TO MILK WALK-IN COOLER IN REAR OF KITCHEN. MUST REPAINT AND MAINTAIN.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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