VETERANS MEMORIAL CAMPUS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND VARIOUS HANDWASHING SINKS BELOW REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 100F-120F (RANGING FROM 73F-90F): TWO IN 1ST FLOOR GIRLS SOUTHWEST RESTROOM, 3 IN 2ND FLOOR BOYS MIDDLE RESTROOM, 1 (SECOND FROM LEFT) IN 2ND FLOOR GIRLS SOUTHWEST RESTROOM. THE REST OF THE HANDSINKS IN THE ABOVE RESTROOMS MEET TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN TEMPERATURE OF 100F-120F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030 (C).

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 1/4-1/2" GAP ON BOTTOM LEFT LOADING DOCK ROLLING DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE TIGHT FITTING AND MAINTAIN.

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.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND RAW WOOD USED FOR SHELVING NEAR 3-COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PAINT/FINISH TO MAKE SMOOTH AND EASY TO CLEAN, MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR STAFF UNISEX RESTROOMS. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: FOUND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER WITH NO LID. RECYCLABLES OVERFLOWING AND STORED ON GROUND. INSTRUCTED MUST PROVIDE DUMPSTER WITH TIGHT FITTING LID, ALL MATERIALS TO BE STORED IN RECEPTACLES. MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020 (B).

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND DEBRIS IN FLOOR DRAIN BY ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND MILK CRATES STORED IN KITCHEN NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY GOODS STORAGE. ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN PAPER GOODS STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND MILK CRATES STORED IN KITCHEN NEXT TO COOKING EQUIPMENT, AND STORED ON FLOOR IN DRY GOODS STORAGE. ARTICLES STORED ON FLOOR IN PAPER GOODS STORAGE. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AT LEAST 6" OFF FLOOR FOR EASE OF CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.