YOUNG SCHOLARS DEVELOPMENTAL INSTITUTE Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Daycare above and under 2 years

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OVER 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVING UNITS AND FLOOR ALONG WALSS IN LOWER LEVEL DRY STORAGE/FURNACE ROOM, 50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN LOWER LEVEL LAUNDRY ROOM, 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON SHELVES IN FOOD AND UTENSIL STORAGE CABINETS IN LOWER LEVEL KITCHEN, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED INSIDE CABINETS UNDER 2-COMPARTMENT SINK IN LOWER LEVEL LOUNGE, 20 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN FIRST FLOOR FURNACE ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A) CITATION ISSUED

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.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LEAKING FAUCET ON 3-COMPARTMENT SINK AND LOOSE FAUCET ON HAND WASHING SINK IN UNISEX CHILDREN WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR.

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND CORNERS IN FURNACE ROOMS, UTILITY ROOMS, LAUNDRY ROOM, PREP AND STORAGE AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND CLASSROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS, ALONG BASEBOARDS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN PREP, STORAGE, AND CLASSROOM AREAS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS AND MAINTAIN.

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.