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Walter Newberry Elementary Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

Walter Newberry Elementary (AKA: Newberry Magnet) 700 W Willow (1800N), CHICAGO 60614 School
January 20, 2017 Canvass License #29231
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED CAULKING MISSING AROUND EXPOSED HAND SINK IN BOYS 2ND FLOOR TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED MOUNTED CAN OPENER IN KITCHEN COVERED WITH DRIED FOOD DEBRIS. ALSO, INTERIOR OF MICROWAVE OVENS IN THE TEACHERS LOUNGE ON THE 2ND FLOOR ARE NOT CLEAN, EXCESSIVE FOOD DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT CLEAN IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS WITH DIRT AND FOOD DEBRIS ACCUMULATION; UNDER 3-COMP SINK IN KITCHEN, DRY STORAGE ROOM, AND KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM. ALSO, FLOORS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS ON THE 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN ALL AREAS AND MAINTAIN.
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: OBSERVED WALL DAMAGE IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM ON THE 1ST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR WALL AND MAINTAIN.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN THE BOYS 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM; A HAND DRYER NOT WORKING, AND A LOOSE FAUCET AT A HAND SINK. INCREASE TIMED FAUCETS TO RUN A MINIMUM OF 15 SECOND PER CITY CODE. ALSO, OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN THE GIRLS 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM; A HAND SINK NOT WORKING, AND A LOOSE FAUCET AT A HAND SINK. INCREASE TIMED FAUCETS TO RUN A MINIMUM OF 15 SECOND PER CITY CODE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL 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.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN THE BOYS 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM; A HAND DRYER NOT WORKING, AND A LOOSE FAUCET AT A HAND SINK. INCREASE TIMED FAUCETS TO RUN A MINIMUM OF 15 SECOND PER CITY CODE. ALSO, OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING IN THE GIRLS 1ST FLOOR TOILET ROOM; A HAND SINK NOT WORKING, AND A LOOSE FAUCET AT A HAND SINK. INCREASE TIMED FAUCETS TO RUN A MINIMUM OF 15 SECOND PER CITY CODE. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR ALL 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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections