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WOODLAWN Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

WOODLAWN 6657 S Kimbark (1300E) AVE, CHICAGO 60637 School
October 15, 2015 Canvass License #23631
8
Total Violations
2
Critical
4
Major
2
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
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: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX.30 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN PAPER STORAGE AREA & ON TOP OF SAFE,ROLLING CART WHEEL BASES,ELECTRICAL BOX OUTLET IN KITCHEN,PRE-K ROOM 100 ON FLOOR AT RADIATOR & WINDOW SILL.ALSO DOOR #4 & 12 NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG BOTTOM.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN & SANITIZE AREAS. RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 10/15/15.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #27
MAJOR
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP AT HAND SINKS FOR STUDENTS IN TOILETROOMS ON 1ST FL.(G,B & STAFF) & 2ND FL.(G).MUST PROVIDE SOAP AT ALL TIMES.SOAP WAS PROVIDED DURING INSPECTION.(SERIOUS 7-38-030)NO CITATION ISSUED.
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPLACE MISSING STALL TOILETROOM DOOR IN 2ND FL. (G) & SIGN ON DOOR.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP ON ALL SHELVING UNITS,COMPUTER DESK IN PRE-K ROOM 100.
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRI FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES IN KITCHEN.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT LIGHT IN WALK IN COOLER.
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 #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HANDSINKS IN 1ST FL.(G).MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK IN KITCHEN,LEAKY TOILET IN 1ST FL. STAFF ,HOT WATER HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR IN 1ST. FL. (B & G).
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES AT HANDSINKS IN 1ST FL.(G).MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 3- COMP SINK IN KITCHEN,LEAKY TOILET IN 1ST FL. STAFF ,HOT WATER HANDLES IN POOR REPAIR IN 1ST. FL. (B & G).
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

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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