FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WM PENN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
WM PENN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
(AKA: WM PENN ELEMENTARY/KIPP ASCEND CHARTER)
1616 S Avers, CHICAGO 60623
School
January 22, 2024
Canvass
License #24911
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINK IN BASEMENT NEAR CAFETERIA @ IMPROPER TEMPERATURES FOR HOT WATER. NOTED HANDSINKS IN BOYS' TOILET @ 67F, HANDSINKS IN GIRLS' TOILET RANGING BETWEEN 64-69F, AND STAFF TOILET ROOM HANDSINK @68.6F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER @ MINIMUM REQUIREMENT OF 100F AND MAINTAIN FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. 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 #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN THERMOMETER ON MILK COOLER IN SERVING AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THERMOMETER.NOTED MILK STORED INSIDE @ 35 DURING THIS TIME.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED REAR EXIT DOOR IN CAFETERIA NOT RODENT PROOF. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING SPLASH GUARD ON HANDSINK CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT MISCELLANEOUS FORMS OF CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING SPLASH GUARD ON HANDSINK CONNECTED TO 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE TO PREVENT MISCELLANEOUS FORMS OF CONTAMINATION.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection