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TILL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

TILL (AKA: TILL (SOUTH BLDG)) 6543 S Champlain (635E), CHICAGO 60637 School
October 9, 2015 Canvass License #24441
11
Total Violations
2
Critical
6
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

11
Violation #11
MAJOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, DESIGNED, AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED HAND WASHING & TOILET FACILITIES FOR STAFF AND STUDENTS NOT MAINTAINED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINK IN THE PREP AREA AND AT ALL HAND SINKS IN TOILETROOMS.MUST RESTORE HOT RUNNING WATER AT ALL HAND SINKS AND MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030). NO CITATION ISSUED.HOT RUNNING WATER HAS BEEN RESTORED AT ALL SINKS AT THIS TIME.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene practices and potential fecal contamination.
Sufficient, properly maintained toilet facilities required.
Adequate number for staff; Convenient location; Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Maintained clean; Proper ventilation.
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: OBSERVED DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY AT DOORS #2,3,5,6,7,8 & MAIN.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS TO BE TIGHT FITTING TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/9/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020) NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMSTER LIDS IN POOR REPAIR NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED 1- DUMPSTER LID MISSING SITTING ON GROUND NEXT TO DUMSTER AND ANOTHER MIDDLE LID BROKEN AND PUSHED DOWN INSIDE OF DUMPSTER.MUST REPAIR AND REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING.(SERIOUS 7-38-020) NO CITATION ISSUED.
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #31
MAJOR
CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES - Comments: MUST INVERT MULTIUSE UTENSILS ON SHELVING UNITS.
Consumers need warning about increased risk from raw/undercooked foods.
Required consumer advisories for raw/undercooked foods.
Disclosure and reminder for raw/undercooked animal foods; Written notice on menu; Must identify specific items.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REMOVE RUST FROM SHELVING UNITS IN DRY FOOD STORAGE & WALK IN FREEZER.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2 & 3 DOOR REACH IN FREEZER.
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: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM WINDOW SILLS IN KITCHEN,ALL REACH IN COOLERS USED & UNUSED,MILK COOLERS,PRE-K 003 (W) & CEILING FAN PRE-K 003 (E).
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: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FLOOR IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA & WALK IN FREEZE,PAPER STORAGE AREA.
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: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS ,WINDOW SILLS AND CEILINGS IN KITCHEN,LUNCHROOMS & 1ST FL. (G) TOILETROOM.MUST CLEAN WALL NEAR WINDOW EXHAUST IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,LIGHT SHIELDS IN PRE-K ROOM 003(W).MUST REPAIR WALL OVER 3- COMP SINK IN KITCHEN WHERE SPRAYER IS ATTACHED.
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: MUST PROVIDE END CAPS ON LIGHT IN KITCHEN.MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN KITCHEN,PRE-K 003 (W & E),LUNCHROOM,1ST FL. (G)
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW COLD WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN 3RD FL.(G),HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR IN 1ST FL. (B) & KITCHEN STAFF TOILETROOM HAND SINK & LEAKY TOILET IN 3RD FL. (G).MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINK IN KITCHEN,PRE-K .003
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: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW COLD WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN 3RD FL.(G),HAND SINK IN POOR REPAIR IN 1ST FL. (B) & KITCHEN STAFF TOILETROOM HAND SINK & LEAKY TOILET IN 3RD FL. (G).MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINK IN KITCHEN,PRE-K .003
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.

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Division Food Protection Program
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