Emiliano Zapata Academy

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint (white) in lunchroom area on walls. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint (white) in lunchroom area on walls. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain smooth and easily cleanable.

A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

Inspector’s note: Observed the following core violation not corrected from report #2555819 dated:5/26/2022; #56 light dust observed on the vents in the hooded system above the cooking equipment; clean vents to remove dust. Priority foundation 7-42-090.

Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed exposed handsink in classroom 105 obstructed with items; sink must be accessible. This class room has a washroom with a sink inside of the washroom. The obstructed sink is at the counter outside of the washroom.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Light dust observed on the vents in the hooded system above the cooking equipment; clean vents to remove dust.

Clean utensils, equipment, or linens weren’t stored and handled properly.

Inspector’s note: Observed multiuse utensils improperly stored. Instructed manager to invert multiuse utensils with handles in upright position to prevent contamination.

Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

Inspector’s note: Observed can opener with encrusted food debris. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

Inspector’s note: Observed leaky faucet fixture at 2 compartment sink and a continuous drip at handwashing sink in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

Inspector’s note: Observed ventilation hood in kitchen to be inoperable. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

Inspector’s note: Mice droppings noted in storage room located in room 103. Rodent harborage conditions in room 103, 105, 107, and 135 storage areas. Extreme clutter/stock on floor in all noted areas, unable to access all areas. Instd to remove droppings, clean and sanitize affected areas, remove clutter, organize area and eliminate harboring condtions. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a).

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DEBRIS FROM EXTERIOR OF GARBAGE CAN IN LUNCHROOM.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM FLOOR IN LUNCHROOM AROUND STAFF REFRIGERATOR.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST SEAL HOLE IN LOWER WALL BASE IN 1ST FL. (S) STAFF TOILETROOM.MUST CLEAN DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM FILTERS AT HOOD OF COOKING EQUIPMENT.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHT IN LUNCHROOM.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST & 2ND FL. GIRL'S & BOY'S TOILETROOMS (SOUTH)AND REPAIR THE NO RUNNING COLD WATER AT 1ST HAND SINK IN 2ND FL.BOY'S SOUTH.MUST INSTALL A HAND SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER ON SERVING LINE.

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 an appx "1/2-3/4" gaps on doors front entry 2nd door in corner,court yard front door in center,door #7-far right along bottom,west court yard door in centerand kitchen delivery door.must rodent proof doors to be tight fitting.(no citation issued)

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Must clean debris from exterior of garbage can in lunchroom.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Must clean dust build up from floor in lunchroom around staff refrigerator.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Must seal hole in lower wall base in 1st fl. (s) staff toiletroom.must clean debris build up from filters at hood of cooking equipment.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: Must replace burntout light in lunchroom.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Must adjust faucet handles to stay on longer at hand sinks in 1st & 2nd fl. Girl's & boy's toiletrooms (south)and repair the no running cold water at 1st hand sink in 2nd fl.boy's south.must install a hand sink with hot and cold running water on serving line.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Floors in corners of walk in cooler, storage and dish room in need of cleaning to remove all debris. Must clean and maintain.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Ceiling above serving line in need of cleaning all dust build up. Must clean and maintain clean.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean the interiors of the refrigerator and freezer compartment on the refrigerator , and the cabinet interior where grease trap is located inside teacher's lounge in main building.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean the floors along the bases of the walls throughout the mechanical and boiler rooms.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Clean dust build-up from exhaust vents in both student washrooms in the modular building. Clean all stains, debris and dead insects from light shields throughout main building. Seal hole in the wall in first floor south east mop closet.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Tighten faucets at center wash bowls in first floor north east student washrooms.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: All items stored on the floors inside all closets, head start classrooms, and designated teacher's lounge in modular building must be elevated 6 inches off the floors. Elevate all heavy equipment and articles 6 inches off the floor in second floor electrical room.

Outside garbage waste grease and storage area; clean, rodent proof, all containers covered

Inspector’s note: Outside garbage area not properly maintained. Overflowing boxes(not broken down) and bagged trash 10 inches above the rim found in card board dumpster. All boxes should be broken down and lids must kept closed on the receptacle. Serious violation 7-38-020.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: Clean the interiors of the refrigerator and freezer compartment on the refrigerator , and the cabinet interior where grease trap is located inside teacher's lounge in main building.

Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

Inspector’s note: Clean the floors along the bases of the walls throughout the mechanical and boiler rooms.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Clean dust build-up from exhaust vents in both student washrooms in the modular building. Clean all stains, debris and dead insects from light shields throughout main building. Seal hole in the wall in first floor south east mop closet.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Tighten faucets at center wash bowls in first floor north east student washrooms.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: All items stored on the floors inside all closets, head start classrooms, and designated teacher's lounge in modular building must be elevated 6 inches off the floors. Elevate all heavy equipment and articles 6 inches off the floor in second floor electrical room.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: Observed some dust on the ceiling vent of the classroom washroom inside of room 105; remove dust from vent. Observed a light amount of dust on the vents above the cooking equipment; remove dust from vents.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: The following plumbing violations need correcting: second floor girls north washroom: the first sink has no cold running water; provide. First floor boys north washroom: adjust water at the first sink to stay on for fifteen seconds without holding the handle.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Rolling carts with rust. Instd to remove shelf lining and rust so as surface to be smooth, even, easily cleanable surface.

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: No grease interceptor at 3-compartment sink. Provide same. Utility sink faucet leaking (wrapped with cloth) at rear. Instd to repair same.

Clean multi-use utensils and single service articles properly stored: no reuse of single service articles

Inspector’s note: Clean and disposable items are left in the prep sink area shelving while raw chickens are cut up and washed. Move said items during this type of work to reduce the chance of possible cross contamination.

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: A deeply stained cutting board was found in the pre-k area, scrub clean and sanitize the cutting boards, or replace as necessary.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: The can opener is leaving metal shavings behind, repair the unit.

Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

Inspector’s note: The kindergarten rooms have peeling paint falling around the cubbies and storage closets. Remove peeling paint and restore the wall surfaces.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: The kindergarten rooms are cluttered with stored items, reorganize and keep the floors clear so they can be checked and cleaned from corner to corner. Store properly labeled spray cleaners in and organized manner.

Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

Inspector’s note: Must clean shower area by ladies bathroom, by kitchen area

Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON MILK COOLER,SNEEZE GUARDS ON HOT HOLDING LINE IN POOR REPAIR.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN REFRIGERATOR IN LUNCH ROOM,FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN COOLER.

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 REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR SWEEPS ON DOOR # 1 & MOBIL UNIT,STAINED CEILING TILE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM.

Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

Inspector’s note: All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.MUST REPLACE BURNT OUT BULBS & PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS AT SERVING LINE OFHOT & COLD HOLDING .

Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health.MUST ADJUST SOME FAUCETS AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS & REPAIR SOME LEAKY FAUCETS AT SAME.

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 ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR IN BOILER ROOM & MECHANICAL ROOM.

Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

Inspector’s note: All utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each usage. MUST CLEAN-SANITIZE; COOLER AND CABINETS IN ROOM 304 IN MODULAR BUILDING.

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. MUST CLEAN FLOORS; INSIDE PRE-K CLASSROOMS AND CLOSETS IN MODULAR BUILDING, AND THRU-OUT MECHANICAL AND STORAGE CLOSETS, AND BOILER ROOM IN MAIN BUILDING.

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 UNNECESSARY ARTICLES THRU-OUT PRE-K CLASSROOM CLOSETS AND MOP CLOSET IN MODULAR BUILDING AND STORAGE ROOMS 2ND FLOOR NORTH EAST AREA MAIN BUILDING.