FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WESTINGHOUSE CAMPUS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 19, 2024
Canvass
License #20068
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED WOMENS TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR NEAR LIBRAY HADNSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER. NOTED TEMPERATURE RANGING BETWEEN 58F-64F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AS REQUIRED @ AT LEAST 100F AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). NO 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
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDSINK IN PREP AREA SOAP DISPENSER IN DISREPAIR. NO SOAP DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE HAND SOAP FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AND MAINTAIN WHILE OPEN AND OPERATING. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C).NO CITATION
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
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISE DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 17 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS BEHIND REFRIGERATION UNIT IN TEACHERS LOUNGE, 12 DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDER HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN DISH ROOM, AND 7 ON FLOOR IN SNACK STORAGE ROOM ATTACHED TO PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS AND CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR SERVICE.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED 2 MICROWAVES IN THE CAFETERIA WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT INCLUDING TABLE WHERE STORED.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED 2 MICROWAVES IN THE CAFETERIA WITH EXCESSIVE DRIED FOOD DEBRIS ON INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT INCLUDING TABLE WHERE STORED.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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