FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
WOODSON NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 30, 2017
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License #26541
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON FLOOR IN CORNER BEHIND BULK CONTAINERS IN DRY STORAGE AREA, 15 MICE DROPPINGS ON TALE IN JANITOR STORAGE 354F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #21
CRITICAL
Violation Details
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: NO CERTIFIED MANAGER ON SITE OR VALID CERTIFICATE POSTED WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012A
Why This Matters
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Food Code Requirement
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(2)
Violation #26
MINOR
Violation Details
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT/TEMPERED WATER AT SINKS IN GIRLS AND BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOMS NEAR 308. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT/TEMPERED WATER AT SINKS FOR PROPER HAND WASHING. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030
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 #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP IN UNISEX WASHROOM NEAR GYM. NO SOAP IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 203 AND BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM, NO PAPER TOWELS IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 206, BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 311 AND GIRLS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 310.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Violation #27
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET ROOMS ENCLOSED CLEAN, PROVIDED WITH HAND CLEANSER, SANITARY HAND DRYING DEVICES AND PROPER WASTE RECEPTACLES - Comments: OBSERVED NO SOAP IN UNISEX WASHROOM NEAR GYM. NO SOAP IN GIRLS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 203 AND BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM, NO PAPER TOWELS IN BOYS SECOND FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 206, BOYS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 311 AND GIRLS THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM NEAR 310.
Why This Matters
Missing allergen information can cause life-threatening reactions.
Food Code Requirement
All food must be properly labeled with required information.
Specific Requirements
Label with common name; List ingredients and allergens; Date marking for prepared foods; Country of origin for certain foods.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-202.18
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection