PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WESTCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
December 7, 2012
Complaint Re-Inspection
License #26381
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
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: LEFT DOOR OF 3-DOOR REACH-IN COOLER NEEDS ADJUSTING SO THAT IT SELF CLOSES AND STAYS CLOSED WHEN MIDDLE DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED.
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 ALL WASHBOWLS IN ALL WASHROOMS(RUSTY DEPOSITS) IN STUDENT WASHROOMS, MICROWAVE OVEN IN TEACHER'S LOUNGE, AND SHELF IN STORAGE ROOM WHERE MOTORS ARE LOCATED
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, IN DINING ROOM, IN JANITOR'S CLOSETS, IN INCINERATOR ROOM, IN ALL STORAGE ROOMS & CLOSETS THROUGHOUT. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR TILES IN STALL IN STUDENT WASHROOM IN ANNEX BUILDING. ALL STOCK AND ARTICLES MUST BE STORED ELEVATED 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS.
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: CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL WALLS AND CEILING TILES IN DINING ROOM, ALL WALLS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS AND HALLWAYS, IN ALL JANITOR'S CLOSETS, AND IN SERVICE LINE AREA OF KITCHEN(COB WEBS IN CORNER(S)). SEAL CRACKS IN UPPER WALL AND CEILING IN SERVICE LINE AREA.
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: CLEAN ALL DUSTY CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT. CLEAN ALL WALLS AND CEILING TILES IN DINING ROOM, ALL WALLS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS AND HALLWAYS, IN ALL JANITOR'S CLOSETS, AND IN SERVICE LINE AREA OF KITCHEN(COB WEBS IN CORNER(S)). SEAL CRACKS IN UPPER WALL AND CEILING IN SERVICE LINE AREA.
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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