FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WEST TOWN DAYCARE ,LLC Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
WEST TOWN DAYCARE ,LLC
(AKA: WEST TOWN DAYCARE, LLC)
2751 W CORTEZ ST, CHICAGO 60622
Children's Services Facility
March 25, 2024
Canvass
License #2570038
1
Total Violations
1
Critical
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
1
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HOT WATER AT 2 HAND SINKS IN ROOM #5 WITH A MAXIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 75 F. SINKS WERE LOCATED NEAR THE COOLER AND PREP AREA IN THE CLASSROOM WHERE INFANTS WERE EATING. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL HAND WASHING SINKS HAVE A MINIMUM HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection