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WARD, JAMES (AKA: JAMES WARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) 2701 S SHIELDS AVE, CHICAGO 60616 School
May 26, 2010 Canvass License #25751
7
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

7
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PAINT RUSTY SHELVES INSIDE STORAGE CABINET INSIDE KITCHEN. DEFROST FREEZER TO REMOVE ICE BUILDUP AT COMPRESSOR IN KITCHEN DRY FOOD STORAGE ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MESH SCREENS AT TOILET ROOM WINDOWS. PROVIDE SHELVES AND RACKS TO STORE ITEMS.
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: CLEAN AROUND GREASE TRAP AND WALL BASE AT THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, CLEAN SIDES OF EQUIPMENT IN KITCHEN, CLEAN INTERIOR OF TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN TEACHERS LOUNGE, EXTERIOR/INTERIOR OF CABINETS IN TEACHERS LOUNGE.
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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FLOOR SECTIONS WITH CRACKED FLOOR TILES ON 1ST FLOOR AND 3RD. FLOOR SOUTH BUILDING. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS THROUGHOUT BOILER ROOM AND UTILITY ROOM ACROSS FROM KITCHEN. CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS IN BASEMENT AND REMOVE STANDING WATER FROM SAID AREA. ADJUST THRESHOLD AT REAR SIDE DOOR.
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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL AROUND PIPING AND CONDUITS INSIDE UTILITY CLOSETS, TOILET ROOMS ON 1ST. 2ND. AND 3RD. FLOORS, SCIENCE LAB ROOM, AND INSIDE CABINET UNDER TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN TEACHERS LOUNGE. REPAIR CEILING AND WALL SECTIONS AT LUNCHROOM AND IN UTILITY SINK ROOM ON 1ST. FLOOR IN POOR REPAIR. CAULK AROUND TWO COMPARTMENT SINK IN TEACHERS LOUNGE. REMOVE WET PAPER BALLS AT CEILINGS IN TOILET ROOMS.
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 #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR ON 3RD. FLOOR.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE STOVE IN TEACHERS LOUNGE AND OR REMOVE SAME.
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: PROVIDE VENTILATION ABOVE STOVE IN TEACHERS LOUNGE AND OR REMOVE SAME.
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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