Carole Robertson Center for Learning
3701 W Ogden Ave, Chicago, IL 60623
Daycare Combo 1586 ZIP 60623 Risk 1 (High)
Passed · as of Jun 1, 2026
Carole Robertson Center for Learning was last inspected on June 1, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 3 violations, 1 of them critical.
Latest inspection
June 1, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
1 critical2 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucet not functioning properly at handwashing sink in washroom in room 9. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reativating faucet.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food items stored on floor in kitchen. Instructed manager to elevate all food items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed employee belongings (bags, sweatshirts, etc) stored on bulk containers and food items in dry storage area. Instructed manager to provide separate area for employee belongings.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
19 inspections on record
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Pass
License · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed leak at faucet in unisex restroom. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: 6-501.114 observed clutter stored on floor storage closet near exit door. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside dumpster with missing lids. Instructed to correct, replace and maintain to ensure tight fitting lids. Priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). Citation issued.
Official wording (code 54)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed clutter stored on floor storage closet near exit door. Instructed manager to remove all unused articles and equipment to prevent pest harborage.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed baking soda out of the original containers without labels containing the product name. Instructed to label all foods and spices with common name that are out of the original containers.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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Fail
License · Fail
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hot running water at room 8 handwashing sink. Temperature of the water ranged from 75f to 90.9f. Also observed no hot water in room 6, 9 and 10 handwashing sinks. Temperature of water was 90.5f to 94.5f at the time of inspection. Instructed to have hot and cold running water at a minimum temperature of 100f at all hand wash sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c)
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucet not properly functioning at first sink in first sink in room 3 and employee's women washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t labeled or wasn’t in its original container.
Inspector’s note: Observed baking soda out of the original containers without labels containing the product name. Instructed to label all foods and spices with common name that are out of the original containers.
Official wording (code 37)
Food properly labeled; original container
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed high temperature warewashing machine not meeting hot water sanitizer requirements of at least 180f for the final rinse temperature, machine reaching only 150f at time of inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-025.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalFood handling
Surfaces that touch food weren’t cleaned and sanitized.
Inspector’s note: Observed high temperature warewashing machine not meeting hot water sanitizer requirements of at least 180f for the final rinse temperature, machine reaching only 150f at time of inspection. Priority foundation violation #7-38-025. Citation issued.
Official wording (code 16)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
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Pass
License Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
License · Fail
1 general Show violations
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GeneralRepeat violation
A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous core violation from 5/12/21 report 2509630 not corrected: 10: timed faucet of handwash sink not properly functioning in shared washroom for rooms 7/8. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet. Instd to repair and maintain. Priority foundation 7-42-090
Official wording (code 60)
Previous core violation corrected
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucet not properly functioning in shared washrooms for rooms 3/4 and 7/8. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivating faucet.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed front entry doors not completely rodent proofed as required. Must completely rodent proof door by sealing 1/4 vertical gap between doors.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFood handling
Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.
Inspector’s note: Observed food on counter next to handsink in toddler room. Must install a splash guard around handsinks to prevent cross contamination.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed interior of all cabinets underneath all classroom handwash sinks not clean and dust build up in all classrooms shelving units,computer desks and cubbies.instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed debris on floors along walls and corners throughout the facility. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed raw wood in kitchen near back door and under ventilation hood.instructed manager to seal/paint wood.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: NO IRRREVERSIBLE REGISTERING TEMPERATURE INDICATOR (TEST STRIPS FOR MEASURING UTENSIL SURFACE TEMPERATURE). In hot water mechanical WAREWASHING operations, an irreversible registering temperature indicator shall be provided and readily accessible for measuring the UTENSIL surface temperature. INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN ON SITE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Interior of all cabinets underneath all classroom handwash sinks not clean, debris. Instd to clean and maintain same.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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Conditional
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical4 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICY PROCEDURE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN-UP POLICY PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEA.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION-NO CITATION ISSUED
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM ALL CLASSROOMS SHELVING UNITS,COMPUTER DESKS AND CUBBIES
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM FLOOR IN CLASSROOM #2,3,1B.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS IN CLASSROOM # 6 AND WINDOW TRIM #1A.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE WALL BASES IN CLASSROOM #3-NEAR COMPUTER DESK,#6-NEAR HAND SINK.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOOSE LIGHT FIXTURE AND BURNTOUT LIGHT IN CLASSROOM #9.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical7 general Show violations
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CriticalManagement & training
No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.
Inspector’s note: Pic doesn't demonstrate knowledge of food operation at this time.(priority foundation-no citation issued)
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalManagement & training
Staff weren’t trained on, or didn’t follow, the rules for reporting illness.
Inspector’s note: Observed no employees health policy procedure.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalManagement & training
No written plan or kit for cleaning up vomit or diarrhea.
Inspector’s note: Observed no clean-up policy procedure for vomiting and diarrhea.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation-no citation issued)
Official wording (code 5)
Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed evidence of appx.60 or more rodent droppings in various areas such as prep area under dish machine and a dead rodent on glue board,on floor under and in between food storage shelves and containers in dry food storage area,on dish storage shelf,along wall base near 2- door reach in cooler,water pump room in between clutter,classroom #8-on floor near hand sink in classroom ,classroom #4-2-live ants crawling on floor near computer desk.must remove droppings and dead rodent,clean and sanitize areas.recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/15/18.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed an appx. "1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of prep area door and parking lot door.must make door tight fitting.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment and surfaces were dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from all classrooms shelving units,computer desks and cubbies.
Official wording (code 49)
Non-food/food contact surfaces clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must scrape and paint peeling paint on walls in classroom # 1a & 6 and window trim #1a.must repair or replace loose wall bases in classroom #3-near computer desk,#6-near hand sink.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must elevate,remove and organize articles off of floor and away from walls in maintenance storage area,water pump room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from floor in classroom #2,3,1b,maintenance storage room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace loose light fixture and burntout light in classroom #9.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
4 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed plastic and cloth lining used in kitchen storage cabinet. Instructed manager to remove and to ensure surface as smooth and easily cleanable.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed floor drain directly in front of three compartment sink, encrusted with food and debris. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 holes in ceiling in fire storage room. Observed chipped paint on east corner, by window, in room 10. Instructed manager to repair and maintain, above at times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed several bulk food containers, in food prep area, stored on floor. Instructed manager to always elevate products 6 inches off the floor. Maintained at all times.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Hands washed and cleaned, good hygienic practices; no bare hand contact with ready-to-eat foods.
Inspector’s note: Improper hygienic practices. Observed food handler, with single use gloves on, in dish room area, adjusting hairnet with gloves on and continued to wash and handle clean and dirty dishes. Employee failed to remove gloves and wash hands, before continuing to next task. Informed manager that proper hand washing is required between tasks, when prepping and or serving foods.manager corrected violations during inspection. Critical violation # 7-38-010 (a)
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GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)
No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors
Inspector’s note: Observed 80 or mice droppings in the following classroom/s: -classroom 3, count 8-10 -classroom 5, count 8-10 -classroom 6, count 10-15 -classroom 7, count 20 or more -classroom 8, count 8-10 -classroom 9, count 10-15 -classroom 1b, count 8-10 instructed manager to detail clean and sanitize affected areas and to schedule visit from pest control operator before re-inspection date: 11/07/17. Serious violation # 7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed plastic and cloth lining used in kitchen storage cabinet. Instructed manager to remove and to ensure surface as smooth and easily cleanable.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed floor drain directly in front of three compartment sink, encrusted with food and debris. Instructed manager to detail clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Observed 2 holes in ceiling in fire storage room. Observed chipped paint on east corner, by window, in room 10. Instructed manager to repair and maintain, above at times.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed several bulk food containers, in food prep area, stored on floor. Instructed manager to always elevate products 6 inches off the floor. Maintained at all times.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Paintthe interiors and exteriors or replace all rusty 2-door tan metal cabinets throughout.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean massive dust build-up from computers and desk areas in all classrooms. Clean the can opener and sleeve attached to the prep table in kitchen prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Clean massive dirt, dust and debris from floors throughout all classrooms, large storage closets, and inside the laundry room, along the bases of the walls, behind and underneath heavy equipment(cots, cooking equipment, storage racks and shelves).
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Repair all openings in walls throughout kitchen, dish washing areas, laundry room, and storage room areas. Clean and/or paint all walls, ceiling tiles, and light shields throughout kitchen, dish washing and storage room areas. Clean all dust and debris from light shields trough out all classrooms. Seal all loose wall cove(base boards) throughout where needed. Clean excessive dust build-up from ceiling(exhaust) vents throughout where present.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Replace blown lights in food prep and storage room areas.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair leaks at both faucets of 3 compartment sink in food prep area.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Elevate all articles from corners on floors in all classrooms so that areas are accessible for cleaning and servicing by pest control company.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used
Inspector’s note: Observed accumulated dirt and dust debris along the walls and in the corners of the dry storage room located in the food prep area. Instructed to clean and maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the faucet of the 3 compartment sink located in the food prep area. Also observed a leak at the faucet of the washbowl located in the washroom across from classroom 1a. Instructed to repair all and maintain.
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Pass
License · Pass
2 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods
Inspector’s note: Small amount of dust at ceiling vent in kitchen pantry; remove. Reattach loose wall coving at base of wall in room 5 by the window and in room 3 by the rug area. Some peeling paint at wall by dishmachine; remove and repaint.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must remove lime build up from sink and metal panel around sink at dishmachine. Clean and maintain.
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