FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
THORP ELEM/LEARN CHARTER Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 8, 2016
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License #2046661
3
Total Violations
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #19
MAJOR
Violation Details
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: NOTED OUTSIDE DUMSTERS NOT RODENT PROOF/IN POOR REPAIR (BROKEN & MISSING LIDS). MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN WITH LIDS TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION #7-38-020.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Food Code Requirement
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Specific Requirements
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111, 5-502.11
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND SINKS IN THE PRE-K CLASS ROOM 129 IN POOR REPAIR (BROKEN HANDLES). MUST REPAIR 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 #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED THE HAND SINKS IN THE PRE-K CLASS ROOM 129 IN POOR REPAIR (BROKEN HANDLES). MUST REPAIR 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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