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Talman Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Talman 5450 S Talman AVE, CHICAGO 60632 School
October 25, 2010 Canvass License #26781
10
Total Violations
3
Critical
3
Major
4
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

10
Violation #18
CRITICAL
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 NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE WITH NO COPY OF STATE LICENSE,MAP,MSDS.ALSO OBSERVED A BAG OF RODENTICIDE ON FLOOR ALONG WALL BASE IN TOOL STORAGE ROOM.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH REQUIRED DOCUMENTS & REMOVE RODENTICIDE.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/25/10.
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.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS & MOPSINK CLOSET IN MAIN BUILDING,MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL TIMES.REPAIR & MAINTAIN.
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: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #60504 5/17/10 NOT CORRECTED #32 MUST REMOVE RUST FROM STALL TOILET ROOM DIVIDERS IN BASEMENT BOY'S & 1ST FL. BOY'S.MUST PROVIDE SIGN FOR STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR.#35 MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE MISSING & DAMAGED WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM,BASEMENT BOY'S MISSING WALL TILES.PRE-K 204 DAMAGED WALL BEHIND RADIATOR.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & CEILINGS ,PREP AREA WALL NEAR HAND SINK,STAFF LOUNGE,1ST FL. STAFF TOILET ROOM.MUST ADJUST DOOR SWEEPS ON SOME DOORS(LUNCH ROOM,NORTH).#38MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 1ST SMALL SINK NOT OPERABLE,(MAIN)GIRL'S TOILET IN POOR REPAIR.MUST ADJUST AUCET HANDLE AT HAND SINK IN GIRL'S TOILET ROOM.#41 MUST ELEVATE & ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR & AWAY FROM WALLS IN MAINTENANCE STORAGE.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE TORN WINDOW SCREENS IN LUNCH ROOM,MISSING STALL DOORS IN IST FL. BOY'S,TORN CARPET IN PRE-K ROOM 204.
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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN WALL OVER SINK IN STAFF BREAK ROOM.
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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILE IN STAFF BREAK ROOM,GYM EAST STAIRS OFF OF STAGE IN POOR REPAIR.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN DRY FOOD STORAGE,PRE-K 204.
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 #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPAIR LOOSE LIGHT SHIELD IN BASEMENT GIRL'S.REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT BULB IN PREP AREA.
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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAFF BREAK ROOM 1-COMPARTMENT SINK NO COLD RUNNING WATER,1ST FL. BOY'S ,LEAKY TOILET.
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: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE STAFF BREAK ROOM 1-COMPARTMENT SINK NO COLD RUNNING WATER,1ST FL. BOY'S ,LEAKY TOILET.
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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