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WESTSIDE ALTERNATIVE H.S. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

WESTSIDE ALTERNATIVE H.S. 4909 W DIVISION ST, CHICAGO 60651 School
May 23, 2013 Canvass License #66103
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: NO COMPLETE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE. THE REAR DOUBLE DOORS HAVE A ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE BOTTOM OF THR DOORS AND THE TWO FRONT EAST DOORS HAVE A ONE FOURTH GAP AT THE RIGHT SIDE. DOOR NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOVED. SERIOUS CITATION GIVEN. 7-38-020.
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: CLEAN THE CEILING IN THE LUNCHROOM HAS SOME FOOD DEBRI ON THEM,
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: CLEAN THE LIGHT SHIELD IN THE LUNCHROOM IT HAS FOOD DEBRIS ON IT.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: THE MENS TOILET DOES NOT FLUSH IT IS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IT.LOCATED SECOND FLOOR.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.
Violation #37
MAJOR
TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS - Comments: THE MENS TOILET DOES NOT FLUSH IT IS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE IT.LOCATED SECOND FLOOR.
Missing allergen labeling can cause severe allergic reactions.
All food properly labeled with required information.
Common name; Ingredients; Allergen declarations; Date marking; Manufacturer info; Net quantity.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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