FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WHIZ KIDS NURSERY CENTER INC. Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years
September 13, 2013
License
License #2215893
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT OR TEMPERED WATER AT HAND SINK AND WASHBOWL IN WEST PRE-SCHOOL CLASSROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT HAND SINKS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030 CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-304.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: CLEAN FLOORS IN FURNACE ROOMS. REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN ALL AREAS (WASHROOM, HALLWAY, CLASSROOM).
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: REPAIR WALLS AND BASEBOARDS IN UTILITY CLOSET. REPAIR CEILING LEAK IN WEST WASHROOM. REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN INFANT ROOM, WASHROOM, AND CLASSROOM AREAS.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: INSTALL AN ATTACHED METAL DRAINBOARD ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection