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WESTCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 9, 2011
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License #26381
5
Total Violations
3
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: GASKET AROUND LEFT DOOR OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER IN REAR NEEDS REPLACING. SLIDING LIDS ON MILK COOLER ON SERVICE LINE IN POOR REPAIR, UNABLE TO CLOSE THEM TIGHTLY TO KEEP UPPER SECTIONS OF UNIT AT CORRECT TEMPERATURE. MUST EITHER REPLACE LIDS/UNIT OR ONLY USE BOTTOM SECTION OF SAME WHICH ONLY HOUSES 2 CRATES WHICH WERE FOUND AT ADEQUATE TEMPERATURE. DRIP/EVAPORATION PAN UNDERNEATH 2-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER NOT WORKING PROPERLY WHICH RESULTS IN WATER PUDDLES ON THE FLOOR-MUST REPAIR SAME.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: CLEAN ENTIRE CAN OPENER.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS ALONG WALL BASE'S, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND HEAVY EQUIPMENT THROUGHOUT IN PRE-K, KG, STORAGE ROOMS & CLOSETS WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PAINT WALL VENT IN DINING AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: PAINT WALL VENT IN DINING AREA. CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED.
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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