FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THE LITTLE GREEN TREEHOUSE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
July 6, 2023
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #2216015
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.13 OBSERVED SOAP AND PAPER TOWEL DISPENSERS MOUNTED ON THE WALL ABOVE THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REMOVE. 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IS MEANT TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE UTENSILS AND EQUIPMENT.
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 #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12 (A) OBSERVED THE 2ND-FLOOR ADULT MEN AND WOMEN WASHROOMS WITHOUT HOT WATER. WATER TEMPERATURES RANGE FROM 80F - 82F. MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-501.111 OBSERVED NO RECENT PEST CONTROL INSPECTION REPORTS ON-SITE AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION. THE LAST REPORT PROVIDED ON-SITE DURING THE INSPECTION IS FROM SEPTEMBER 2022. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK WITH RECENT PEST CONTROL REPORTS (AT LEAST TWICE A YEAR PER CODE) ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(C).
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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK (1 OUT OF 2) IN THE SPRUCE KID'S CLASSROOM WASHROOM WITH HOT WATER AT 73F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15 OBSERVED THE RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK (1 OUT OF 2) IN THE SPRUCE KID'S CLASSROOM WASHROOM WITH HOT WATER AT 73F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT 100-120F AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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