TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Serious violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO #164432 18: OBSERVED 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS UNDER EXPOSED SINK, AROUND WATER HEATER, BEHIND REFRIGERATOR, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS AND UNDER STEAM TABLES, 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS INSIDE FRYER CABINET AND ON FLOOR UNDER FRYER, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES INSIDE FOOD STORAGE CABINETS AND ALONG WALLS IN CLOSET AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 104. 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED UNDER SHELVES IN JANITOR CLOSET (WEST). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. NORTH ENTRANCE/EXIT DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT CORNERS OF ALL DOORS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. 29: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO ON REPORTS #134455 ON 2-17-09, #16374 ON 2-26-09 AND #16376 ON 3-4-09. 34 FLOORS NEED CLEANING INSIDE VENT COVER UNDER RADIATOR IN PRE-K ROOM. 35. MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN CLASSROOMS. MUST REPAIR ALL CEILING LEAKS AND REPLACE MISSING/STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN OFFICE. 36. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN VENTILATION HOOD. 37. PROVIDE STALL DOORS IN WASHROOMS. 38. INSTALL AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMP SINK. PROVIDE VENTILATION IN STAFF WASHROOMS. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST FIT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD. CRITICAL VIOLATION 7-42-090 CITATION ISSUED H59632 COURT DATE 6-17-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.

Uncorrected violations continue posing health risks and often worsen over time.

Previous critical violations must be corrected.

All previous violations corrected within required timeframes; Critical violations corrected immediately; Documentation of corrections maintained.

This violation was corrected during the inspection.

NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 30-40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS UNDER EXPOSED SINK, AROUND WATER HEATER, BEHIND REFRIGERATOR, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ALONG WALLS UNDER STEAM TABLES, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES INSIDE FOOD STORAGE CABINETS AND ALONG WALLS IN CLOSET AREA, 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ALONG WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 104. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. NORTH ENTRANCE/EXIT DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED 1/4" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT CORNERS OF ALL DOORS. SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS ON DOORS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.

Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.

Building openings must be protected against pest entry.

Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.

PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS NOT CORRECTED PER MUNICIPAL CODE OF CHICAGO ON REPORTS #134455 ON 2-17-09, #16374 ON 2-26-09 AND #16376 ON 3-4-09. 34 FLOORS NEED CLEANING INSIDE VENT COVER UNDER RADIATOR IN PRE-K ROOM. 35 MUST SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS AROUND ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN CLASSROOMS. MUST REPAIR ALL CEILING LEAKS AND REPLACE MISSING/STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN OFFICE. 36 PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN VENTILATION HOOD. 37 PROVIDE STALL DOORS IN WASHROOMS. 38 INSTALL AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMP SINK, PROVIDE VENTILATION IN STAFF WASHROOMS. ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT MUST FIT UNDER VENTILATION HOOD.

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.

FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, STOVE, FRYERS, FRYER CABINETS, PREP TABLES, STEAM TABLES, STORAGE CABINETS

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.

FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOORS NEED CLEANING UNDER ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN KITCHEN, STORAGE AND CLASSROOM AREAS. REMOVE STANDING WATER ON FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM. FLOOR NEED REPAIR IN DINING AREA ALONG WEST WALL. REPLACE MISSING AND DAMAGED FLOOR TILES.

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.

WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CEILING NEED REPAIR IN PRE-K ROOM 104 IN SOUTHEAST CORNER. REPLACE ALL MISSING AND STAINED CEILING TILES IN ALL AREAS. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS, ELECTRICAL OUTLETS, ETC IN ALL AREAS (ALONG WEST WALL IN DINING AREA, BEHIND WATER HEATER IN KITCHEN, ETC).

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.

LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS IN VENTILATION HOOD.

Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.

Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.

50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE STALL DOORS IN WASHROOMS.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE STALL DOORS IN WASHROOMS.

Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.

All food properly labeled with required information.

Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.