FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
YATES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 5, 2018
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #25911
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #29
CORRECTED
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: Previous minor violations not corrected from report# 2050466, dated 5-16-17: Violation 35-"OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING AND WALLS ON 1ST 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS ON THE EAST SIDE BUILDING. ALSO OBSERVED PEELING PAIN ON CEILING AND WALLS ON HALLWAY 2ND FLOOR MAIN BUILDING AND GIRLS AND BOYS PLAY ROOM ON 1ST FLOOR MAIN BUILDING. MUST REPAIR ALL SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE." Instructed facility to correct and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090.
Why This Matters
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Food Code Requirement
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Specific Requirements
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
Status
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-201.14
Violation #32
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed the toilet seat in the bathroom at room 024 (annex) to be very loose. Instructed facility to repair and maintain.
Why This Matters
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Food Code Requirement
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Specific Requirements
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
CDPH Food Code: Section 8-103.12
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed water damaged and missing ceiling tiles in the cafeteria. Instructed facility to replace missing and damaged tiles and to maintain.
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Observed water damaged and missing ceiling tiles in the cafeteria. Instructed facility to replace missing and damaged tiles and to maintain.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection