Fort Dearborn Elementary School was last inspected on September 9, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations.
Latest inspection
September 9, 2026 · Canvass
Result: Pass
2 general-
GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed one of the sinks in the girls washroom not properly working. Instructed to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint in the boys washroom. Must remove peeling paint
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
Inspection history
27 inspections on record
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Found low hot water pressure at the first handsink by the window in the girls washroom on the second floor; instructed to increase the hot water pressure at this sink.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed the stopper lever at the first compartment of the three comp sink in the kitchen is leaking water; instructed to correct. Found no cold water faucet knob at the second sink in the boys washroom across from the kitchen; instructed to replace faucet knob.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Wall coving missing from the base of the wall under the sinks and toilet in the boys washroom across from the kitchen; instructed to replace coving along the wallbase where needed.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: 5-202.12 (b-d) : must repair or replace low hot water at 3rd fl. Girl's first sink,leaky faucet at hand sink in 2nd fl. Staff toilet room.must adjust faucet handle to stay on longer in 2nd fl. Boy's.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: 4-501.11 : must repair or replace worn door gasket on walk in freezer door.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: 4-301.13 : must provide a drainboard at 3- compartment sink
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: 4-601.11(c) : must clean some dust build up from shelving units in pre-k 103.
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: 6-201.13 : must repair or replace in kitchen damaged and missing floor tiles,lunch room and pre- k 103,loose wall base in kitchen & pre- k 104.
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: 6-501.114 : must elevate,remove and organize massive clutter from floor in pre-k 103 storage closet and toilet room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: 4-301.14 : observed no ventilation hood over both ovens if are more than 75kw must provide and maintain. Observed a ceiling ventilation that is operated by a switch on wall above both electrical ovens.observed no physical ventilation hood over both ovens.engineer states that they installed this unit above both ovens that extends to the roof.must provide approval from building dept that this is sufficient.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
3 critical12 general2 paperwork 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 have a certified food managers certificate must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-012)
Official wording (code 1)
Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace low cold water pressure at hand sink in kitchen staff toilet room & low hot water at 3rd fl. Girl's first sink,leaky faucet at hand sink in 2nd fl. Staff toilet room.must adjust faucet handle to stay on longer in 2nd fl. Boy's.
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: Must provide hand washing sign in 1st fl. Girl's & boy's,2nd fl. Staff & boy's,3rd fl. Boy's.
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 evidence of appx. 100 or more mice droppings in kitchen-motor of oven,on floor under 3- compartment sink,on ledge of hot holding cabinet,on floor along wall base at serving window and behind milk cooler.dry food storage room-on floor under laundry bag,on dollie with bottles of water,on floor under all shelving units.locker room on floor near table.lunch room-on floor next to janitors closet and under table against wall.pre-k room 103-on floor in closet next to box of paper,in toilet room inside of cabinet and on floor next to same,on shelving units at easle,puzzles and on teacher open shelving unit behind desk.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 9/12/24.(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 a gap along bottom of front entry door and both #4 must ake door tight fitting to prevent rodent entry.
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: Must elevate crates of foods from floor in walk in freezer.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFood handling
Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.
Inspector’s note: Must invert multi-use utensils on lower shelf of prep table.
Official wording (code 44)
Utensils, equipment & linens: properly stored, dried, & handled
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must replace toilet room stall door in 2nd fl. Staff toilet room.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on walk in freezer door.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a drainboard at 3- compartment sink.
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: Must clean some dust build up from shelving units in pre-k 103.
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 repair or replace in kitchen damaged and missing floor tiles,lunch room and pre- k 103,loose wall base in kitchen & pre- k 104.
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 scrape and paint chipping paint on wall in pre-k 103 near window.
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 massive clutter from floor in pre-k 103 storage closet and toilet room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: : observed no ventilation hood over both ovens if are more than 75kw must provide and maintain. Observed a ceiling ventilation that is operated by a switch on wall above both electrical ovens.observed no physical ventilation hood over both ovens.engineer states that they installed this unit above both ovens that extends to the roof.must provide approval from building dept that this is sufficient.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no certified food manager on duty nor a valid certified food managers certificate posted to view while tcs foods are being prepared,handled and served such as (green beans,chicken taco,milk,turkey,etc)must be on site at all times and provide a valid certificate.(priority foundation 7-38-012)
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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PaperworkManagement & training
Not all food employees had food-handler training.
Inspector’s note: Must provide food handlers training for all employees and maintain.
Official wording (code 57)
All food employees have food handler training
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
1 critical5 general1 paperwork Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed the hand sink hot water knob in poor repair(kitchen). Also noted the water pressure at the sink in the teacher lounge is low. Must repair plumbing issues.
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 a 1/4" gap at the bottom corner of the outer door in the pre-k class room #103. Must seal to prevent entry point for pests.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed the rubber gasket around the interior door of the reach in cooler in poor repair. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a garbage cans with lid in 1st fl. Staff women's & unisex kitchen staff toilet rooms and girls washroom as required..
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood over both ovens that are more than 75kw must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed the lights inside the walk in freezer not working. Must repair and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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PaperworkManagement & training
No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.
Inspector’s note: No valid city of chicago certified manager on duty while tcs foods are being handled and served such as bean dip and deli turkey sandwiches. Instructed manager a city certified manager must be on duty at all time. Priority foundation violation #7-38-012.
Official wording (code 2)
City of chicago food service sanitation certificate
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
1 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: nspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S,2ND FL. STAFF & MEN'S,3RD FL. BOY'S.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. MEN'S HAND SINK FAUCETS IN POOR REPAIR AND ADJUST FAUCET HANDLE TO STAY ON LONGER IN 3RD FL. BOY'S.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES ALONG WALL BASES UNDER WINDOWS IN LUNCHROOM,SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN.
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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 103 CLOSET & PRE-K 104 CLASSROOM.
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: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD OVER BOTH OVENS THAT ARE MORE THAN 75KW MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
2 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S,2ND FL. STAFF & MEN'S,3RD FL. BOY'S.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation from report #2565661 10/20/22 not corrected #54-still observed outside garbage dumpster lids not tight fitting. Observed lid missing and trash over flowing above the rim and another one with lid pushed down inside of trash can.must repair or replace dumpster lids to be tight fitting.(priority 7-42-090)
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. MEN'S HAND SINK FAUCETS IN POOR REPAIR AND ADJUST FAUCET HANDLE TO STAY ON LONGER IN 3RD FL. BOY'S.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES ALONG WALL BASES UNDER WINDOWS IN LUNCHROOM,SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN.
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: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 103 CLOSET & PRE-K 104 CLASSROOM.
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: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD OVER BOTH OVENS THAT ARE MORE THAN 75KW MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail
2 critical6 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S,2ND FL. STAFF & MEN'S,3RD FL. BOY'S.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalRepeat violation
A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.
Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation from report #2565661 10/20/22 not corrected #54- observed outside garbage dumpster lids not tight fitting. Observed lid missing and trash over flowing above the rim and another one with lid pushed down inside of trash can.must repair or replace dumpster lids to be tight fitting.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)
Official wording (code 59)
Previous priority foundation violation corrected
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON BOTH 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLERS.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. MEN'S HAND SINK FAUCETS IN POOR REPAIR AND ADJUST FAUCET HANDLE TO STAY ON LONGER IN 3RD FL. BOY'S.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 103 CLOSET & PRE-K 104 CLASSROOM.
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 REPAIR OR REPLACE HOLES ALONG WALL BASES UNDER WINDOWS IN LUNCHROOM,SOME DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN KITCHEN.
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: OBSERVED NO VENTILATION HOOD OVER BOTH OVENS THAT ARE MORE THAN 75KW MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical8 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: Observed no signed employees health policies must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no hand washing signs at hand sinks in 1st fl. Girl's,2nd fl. Staff & men's,3rd fl. Boy's.must provide and maintain.
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 evidence of appx. 75 or more mice droppings in dry food storage area-behind door,under shelving units and on ice packs.kitchen-on floor next to milk cooler,on rear ledge of hot holding unit,seasoning shelf.kitchen staff locker room-on floor behind door.lunchroom-on floor next to and behind boxes along wall bases & in between.pre-k 103-on shelving units of toys and wall shelving units.must remove droppings clean and sanitize areas. Recommended to have a pest control operator to service premises on or after 10/20/22.(priority foundation 7-38-020(a)
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gaskets on both 2- door reach in coolers.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no drainboard at 3- compartment sink must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 48)
Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace 2nd fl. Men's hand sink faucets in poor repair and adjust faucet handle to stay on longer in 3rd fl. Boy's.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster lids not tight fitting. Observed lid missing and trash over flowing above the rim and another one with lid pushed down inside of trash can.must repair or replace dumpster lids to be tight fitting.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)
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: Must elevate,remove or organize articles off of floor and away from walls in pre-k 103 closet & pre-k 104 classroom.
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 repair or replace holes along wall bases under windows in lunchroom,some damaged floor tiles in kitchen.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood over both ovens that are more than 75kw must provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 56)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
7 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap on middle and bottom corner of door 1. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door
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 items stored on floor in dry storage area. Instructed manager to elevate all items six inches off floor.
Official wording (code 39)
Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed inoperable stopper on first compartment of 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to repair.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucet on hand washing sink in boys third floor. Instructed manager to repair.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in girls, women and unisex staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed missing floor tiles near 3-compartment sink, damaged ceiling and floor tiles in prep area. Instructed manager to replace and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.
Inspector’s note: Observed no light inside left walk-in freezer. Instructed manager to provide adequate lighting and maintain.
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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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON 2- DOOR REACH IN COOLER.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY HOT WATER FAUCET HANDLE ON HAND SINK IN PREP AREA.MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER IN 2ND FL. (B) & 3RD FL.(G).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 5-501.17 Inspector Comments: MUST PROVIDE A GARBAGE CAN WITH LID IN 1ST FL. STAFF WOMEN'S & UNISEX KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOMS.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Violation Codes: 6-201.13 Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN PREP AREA & LUNCH ROOM.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical5 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: Observed no signed employees health policies.must provide and maintain.(priority foundation 7-38-010)(no citation issued)
Official wording (code 3)
Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Must eliminate crates used for food storage in dry food storage area and provide adequate shelving units.must repair or replace worn door gaskets on 2- door reach in cooler.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace leaky hot water faucet handle on hand sink in prep area.must adjust faucet handles to stay on longer in 2nd fl. (b) & 3rd fl.(g).
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Must provide a garnage can with lid in 1st fl. Staff women's & unisex kitchen staff toilet rooms.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster lid missing laying on ground next to garbage can in corral.must replace lid on dumpster to be tight fitting.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)(no 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: Must repair or replace damaged and missing floor tiles in prep area & lunch room.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
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7 general Show violations
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GeneralFood handling
Wiping cloths weren’t used or stored properly.
Inspector’s note: Found wiping cloths not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store in sanitizing solution (must be at the required ppm)when not in use. Maintain same.
Official wording (code 41)
Wiping cloths: properly used & stored
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Found the washbowls in the girls/boys toilet room by the cafeteria in need of recaulking. Instructed to recaulk around washbowls and maintain.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.
Inspector’s note: The hot water in the girl's toilet room by the cafeteria is low. Instructed to increase the hot water pressure at both hand sinks. Maintain water pressure.
Official wording (code 51)
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: The kitchen staff toilet room must have a receptacle with a lid/cover for sanitary napkins. Instructed to provide and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Broken/cracked floor tiles in the hallway outside of the cafteria. Instructed to replace all damaged floor tiles. Maintain smooth and easily cleanable surfaces.
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: Mops not properly stored when not in use. Instructed to store hanging up for proper air drying when not in use.
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: Floors in the corners, under/around sinks, coolers and cooking equipment with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
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No violations
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Pass
Canvass · 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 missing coving tiles behind cooking equipment next to 3-compartment sink in food prep area. Instructed to repair/replace 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 leaky faucet on the left at 3-compartment sink in food prep area and low water pressure on the right handed faucet. Instructed repair/replace faucet and maintain. Also instructed to increase water pressure.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
4 general Show violations
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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: Noted 35 mice droppings on the floor in a small storage area where plastic bins/container are stored in the front of the kitchen and 10 mice droppings on a display case in the teacher lounge. Must remove droppings and clean and sanitize affected areas. Violation #7-38-020.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Noted ice build up inside milk cooler. Must defrost and clean.
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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: Noted vented covers above the walk in freezer dusty. Must clean to remove dust.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Noted clutter in a small storage area (plastic bins and unused equipment) where droppings were found. Must remove and/or organize better to prevent further pest issues.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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: Computer storage on right side not elevated off floors in engineers small storage room next lunchroom,paint storage ,and black bags of equipment storage on floors in bioler room.must properly elevate off floors t least 6 inches on adequate shelving.also florrs not clean of excessive debris around light bulb storage unit , floors in gym supply room,and under basement stairs in boiler room.instructed to clean/maintain areas.
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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 missing ceiling tiles above walk in freezers in lunchroom.must install.also window ledges in pre-k room 103 not clean of dust/debris.must clean/maintain.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Observed gym storage area too clutter,supplies on floors.must properly organize gym supplies off floors to prevent a pest harborage room.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · 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: Repair/seal coving in dry food storage area to prevent insect entry points.
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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: Peeling paint on 2nd. Floor south wall/ceiling need to remove/reseal.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)
Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained
Inspector’s note: Exposed handwash sink in prep area in poor repair. Instructed to use nearest exposed sink for proper hygienic practices. Critical violation 7-38-030. Citation issued.
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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: Repair/seal coving in dry food storage area just beyond entrance to prevent insect entry points. Repair same.
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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: Peeling paint on 2nd floor south wall/ceiling. Repair same.
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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: Must remove rust on floors in both walk in freezers and repaint with a light colored non-toxic paint.
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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: Must repair broken floor tiles under 3 compartment sink,under hand sink and under shelving racks in dry storage closet. Clean floors under milk cooler in dry storage closet and remove food debris. Remove pooling water in boiler room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Attach a self-closing device on kitchen's employee washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must increase hot water pressure at the right 3 compartment sink faucet. Repair the leaky faucet at the hand sink.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
5 general Show violations
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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: Evidence of rodents on site. Noted approximately 40-45 mice droppings scattered in pre-k storage closets on floors next to cabinets,on interior of student storage containers,in stairwells on both sides of the auditorium stage adjacent to cafeteria and throughout boiler room on top of pallets and along walls. Also noted droppings in the 400 building in room 404,in mop sink closet,in electrical closet,behind hot water heater,along walls and in corners. Must remove droppings,sanitize affected areas and have the pest control company service areas. Serious citation issued 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: Must remove rust on floors in both walk in freezers and repaint with a light colored non-toxic paint.
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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: Must repair broken floor tiles under 3 compartment sink,under hand sink and under shelving racks in dry storage closet. Clean floors under milk cooler in dry storage closet and remove food debris. Remove pooling water in boiler room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded
Inspector’s note: Must replace burned out light bulb on interior of right walk in freezer.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Must increase hot water pressure at the right 3 compartment sink faucet. Repair the leaky faucet at the hand sink.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
8 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: Paint rusty shelves in dry goods storage room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the following: sinks in mop closets.
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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: Repair sections of the floors(broken floor tiles) by windows in dining area. Detail clean floors along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behind all heavy equipment throughout all areas where needed. Replace missing floor tile in student washroom across from service line.
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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: Clean and/or replace all stained and unclean ceiling tiles in washrooms in all three buildings where needed. Replace missing ceiling tiles in kitchen. Clean and/or paint walls throughout kitchen area. Repair left bottom center section of main entry door. Paint rusty walls in teacher's washroom in the 400 building.
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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 mop sink closet by teacher's break room.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Toilet room doors self closing: dressing rooms with lockers provided: complete separation from living/sleeping quarters
Inspector’s note: Attach a self-closing device on kitchen's employee washroom.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Repair ventilation in all washrooms.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Eliminate clutter in closet in pre-k classroom.
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
6 general Show violations
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the microwave ovens in teachers lounges in both mobile units, all tables, desks, shelves and window ledges in all unused & used classrooms in both mobile units. Clean cabinet underneath 2 comp. Sink in teacher's lounge in main building
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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: : detail clean all floors along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behiund all heavy equipment in every room.
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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: Walls in third floor boy's washroom need painting. Must seal all cracks in corners in washroom stalls for students in main building. Remove chipping paint from ceiling in boy's washroom on first floor and re-paint same. Clean dusty ceiling vents in washrooms and where needed. Clean light shields in all student washrooms where needed. Replace hanging ceiling tile in kitchen.
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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 kitchen and student washroom across from kitchen.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Hot water at washbowl and in kitchen must be at least 110 degrees-must adjust boiler
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cluttered areas must be eliminated in all classrooms in all three buildings so that all possible harborage areas can be eliminated.
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
7 general Show violations
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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: 40 mice droppings noted scattered along wall bases, in corners, on shelves, on ledges in areas where children hang coats in classrooms(in both mobile units) and on palet & floor in boiler room- must clean and sanitize all affected areas, repair broken sweep on front door in main building, eliminate all possible harborage, and seal up all openings found-citation issued-serious 7-38-020
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents
Inspector’s note: Clean the microwave ovens in teachers lounges in both mobile units, all tables, desks, shelves and window ledges in all unused & used classrooms in both mobile units. Clean cabinet underneath 2 comp. Sink in teacher's lounge in main building.
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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: Detail clean all floors along all wall bases, in corners, underneath and behiund all heavy equipment in every room.
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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: Walls in third floor boy's washroom need painting. Must seal all cracks in corners in washroom stalls for students in main building. Remove chipping paint from ceiling in boy's washroom on first floor and re-paint same. Clean dusty ceiling vents in washrooms and where needed. Clean light shields in all student washrooms where needed. Replace hanging ceiling tile in kitchen.
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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 kitchen and student washroom across from kitchen.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained
Inspector’s note: Hot water at washbowl and in kitchen must be at least 110 degrees-must adjust boiler
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: Cluttered areas must be eliminated in all classrooms in all three buildings so that all possible harborage areas can be eliminated.
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 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: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.FLOORS IN THE MOPROOM FIRST FLOOR,TEACHERS LOUNGE, BUILDING 400 FLOORS IN COPING ROOM ALL NEED DETAIL CLEANING.
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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: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST CLOSE THE HOLESIN THE FOLLOWING AREAS OUTSIDELUNCHROOM ENTRANCE,ROOM 307 WHERE PEST WAS SIGHTED,AND DOOR TO THE FIRST FLOOR MOP ROOM.
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GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)
Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored
Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors.MUST REMOVE MASSIVE CLUTTER IN ROOM 307 WHERE PEST SERVICES SIGHTED PEST ACTIVITY AND SECOND FLOOR BOOK ROOM.
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 8 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.