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Wells Comm. Acad. (H/S) Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

Wells Comm. Acad. (H/S) 936 N ASHLAND AVE, CHICAGO 60622 School
March 16, 2012 Canvass License #51071
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance. OUSIDE TWO DUMPESTERS BOTH HAVE COVERS THAT ARE BROKEN. ALSO OVER FLOWING GARBAGE AND BOXES ON GROUND AROUND THIRD DUMPSTER. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN 7-38-020. NOT INSECT OR RODENT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO GET THE FOUR DUMPSTERS NEW COVERS REPLACED, BREAK DOWN THE BOXES AND CLEAN UP THE AREA. H000075383 10 COURT DATE 05-03-2012 AT 1:00PM ROOM 112 400 WEST SUPERIOR CHICAGO,IL OR YOU CAN PAY THE FINE BY MAIL SEE THE BACK OF THE TICKET.
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 #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. REPLACE THE DOOR GASKETS WALKIN COOLER (EAST SIDE OF THE KITCHEN) THEY ARE RIPPED AND TORN.
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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN THE HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENT HAS DUST BUILDUP.
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 #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. WEST WALL IN THE CHILDREN'S LUNCHROOM HAS PEELING PAINT. THE SECOND FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM HAS PEEELING PAINT HANGING FROM THE CEILING AND SO DOES THE BOYS TOILET ROOM 3RD FLOOR,EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM AND IN THE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT THEM.
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 #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. WEST WALL IN THE CHILDREN'S LUNCHROOM HAS PEELING PAINT. THE SECOND FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM HAS PEEELING PAINT HANGING FROM THE CEILING AND SO DOES THE BOYS TOILET ROOM 3RD FLOOR,EMPLOYEES LOCKER ROOM AND IN THE CAFETERIA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE PEELING PAINT AND PAINT THEM.
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.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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