FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THORP ELEM/LEARN CHARTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 4, 2013
Canvass
License #2046661
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
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 EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL,MICE DROPPINGS ON PREMISES .PRE-K ROOM THORPE SIDE OF BUILDING-ROOM 129,11 MICE DROPPINGS ON SIDES OF CUBBIES IN WASHROOM.IN CLASS ROOMS WHERE STUDENTS EAT IN ROOM:LEARN SIDE OF BUILDING-ROOM 103 INSIDE TEACHERS CLOSET FOUND MORE THAN 30 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOORS AROUND CLUTTER AND ON STORAGE SHELVES.IN ROOM-101 FOUND OVER 60 MICE DROPPINGS AROUND EXCESSIVE CLUTTER ALL OVER FLOORS AND OVER 40 DROPPINGS ON TEACHERS STORAGE SHELVES ON TOP OF NAPKINS,PLASTIC PLATES,ETC.TEACHERS LOUNGE -7 DROPPINGS ON TOP OF RADIATOR.6-DROPPINGS ON FLOORS IN TEACHERS CLOSET.MUST ALSO CLEAN FLOORS IN STORAGE CLOSETS IN ROOM -104 AND 107.MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS.THE FOLLOWING DOORS NOT RODENT PROOFED AREAS 1/4 INCH:ENTRY DOOR NEAR GYM,AND 3 ENTRY DOORS IN AUDITORIUM.MUST CONTACT PEST CO FOR SERVICE SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED
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 #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: FLOORS IN BOOK ROOM 288/THORP SIDE OF BUILDING,JAINITOR CLOSETS NOT MAINTAINED/CLEANED.MUST CLEAN/MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: OPENINGS IN WALL BY STORAGE SHELVES TEACHER CLOSET ROOM-101.MUST SEAL
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: LEAKY WATER PIPES IN BOILER ROOM.MUST REPAIR
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: LEAKY WATER PIPES IN BOILER ROOM.MUST REPAIR
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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CDPH Food Protection