WEST RIDGE ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO PAPER TOWELS AT THE HAND WASHING SINK ON THE SERVICE LINE. MANAGER PROVIDED PAPER TOWELS DURING THE INSPECTION. 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.

PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: NOTED TCS BURGER PATTIES ON BUNS BEING HELD AT IMPROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURES IN A HOT HOLDING UNIT. BURGERS NOTED AT 122.1F, 117.6. ALSO PUREED FOODS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS AT 121.8F. MANAGER STATES THE FOODS HAD BEEN REMOVED FROM THE OVEN AND ASSEMBLED 45 MINUTES EARLIER. ALL FOODS REHEATED TO 165.F. REVIEWED PROPER HOT HOLDING TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS AND CORRECTIVE ACTIONS FOR TEMPERATURE ABUSE. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005.

Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.

Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.

Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 200 MICE DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE HALLWAY STORAGE ROOM ALONG BASEBOARDS AND ON BOXED ITEMS AND SHELVING WHERE CANNED FOODS AND DISPOSABLE DISHWARES FOR FOODS ARE STORED. RECOMMEND HAVING THE PEST CONTROL CO. SERVICE FOR MICE. MUST REMOVE ALL DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)

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: NOTED A RAW WOODEN 2X4 UNDER THE MICROWAVE OVEN. MUST PAINT/SEAL TO BE SMOOTH, CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT.

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.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: UNUSED DISH WASHING MACHINE IN THE KITCHEN MUST BE REMOVED FROM THE PREMISES TO PREVENT PEST HARBORING.

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: NOTED A LARGE HOLE IN THE FLOOR AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHERE PLUMBING REPAIRS HAD BEEN MADE AND IS NOW COVERED WITH WOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOORING TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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: NOTED A LARGE HOLE IN THE FLOOR AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK WHERE PLUMBING REPAIRS HAD BEEN MADE AND IS NOW COVERED WITH WOOD. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE MISSING FLOORING TO BE SMOOTH AND CLEANABLE.

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.