FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THE GRAND CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
January 23, 2018
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License #2220002
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
6
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AT THIS TIME OF INSPECTION AND PREMISES HAD NO PEST CONTROL SERVICE IN 2016 AND 2017. MANAGER STATED THAT ONLY ONCE YEAR PEST SERVICE PROVIDED. PROVIDED RECEIPT OF LAST PEST CONTROL SERVICE DONE ON 5/12/2016. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK AND PROVIDE PEST CONTROL SERVICE. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
DISH MACHINES: PROVIDED WITH ACCURATE THERMOMETERS, CHEMICAL TEST KITS AND SUITABLE GAUGE COCK - Comments: OBSERVED NO CHEMICAL TEST PAPERS/KITS ON SITE FOR DISHWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE CHEMICAL TEST PAPERS/KITS TO MEASURE ACCURATE CONCENTRATION OF THE SANITIZING SOLUTION FOR PROPER DISHWASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
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 #24
MAJOR
Violation Details
DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED - Comments: OBSERVED DISHWASHING FACILITY NOT PROPERLY MAINTAINED AND NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED AT THIS TIME. OBSERVED INACCESSIBILITY TO USE HOT WATER (HOT WATER LINE WAS CUT OFF) AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LEAKY FAUCET AT SAME 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities prevent proper cleaning and sanitization of equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must meet design and operational requirements.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink with drainboards; Mechanical dishwasher with proper temperatures; Test strips; Thermometers; Adequate size.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-301.11, 4-501.14
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO WATER DRAINING/CLOGGED DRAIN AT THE CHILDREN'S EXPOSED HAND SINK LOCATED NEXT TO TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION: 7-38-030
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY WATER LEAKING UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY WATER LEAKING UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR/REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.
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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