ALESSANDRO VOLTA ELEMENTARY

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED IN THE FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD FLOOR GIRL'S RESTROOMS. HOT WATER MEASURED BETWEEN 55F-56F ON THE FIRST FLOOR, 57-73F ON THE SECOND FLOOR, AND 72-73F ON THE THIRD FLOOR. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F AND MAXIMUM OF 120F. PRIORITY VIOLATION, 7-38-030(C).

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN THE 2ND FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT THAT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH A HAND DRYING PROVISION AT ALL TIMES; INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-030(C).

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 MICE DROPPINGS IN THE CAFETERIA ON THE FLOOR IN THE RIGHT CORNER UNDERNEATH THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, 15 OR LESS UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNIT NEXT TO THREE COMPARTMENT SINK, 20 ON THE FLOOR IN BETWEEN MILK COOLER AND PREP TABLE, AND 10 ON THE FLOOR NEXT TO MILK COOLER BESIDE WALK-IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE AND CLEAN ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL THE AFFECTED AREAS. ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE ALL PEST ACTIVITY FROM THE PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION, 7-38-020(A)

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED LOOSE HOT WATER FAUCET AND COLD WATER FAUCET NOT WORKING ON THE LEFT HANDWASHING SINK IN THE 2ND FLOOR GIRLS RESTROOM. OBSERVED ONE OF TWO HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE 3RD FLOOR GIRLS RESTROOM, ONE OF THREE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE 3RD FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM, AND ONE OF FOUR HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE GIRLS ANNEX BUILDING RESTROOM UNABLE TO PROVIDE RUNNING WATER FOR THE HOT WATER FAUCETS. OBSERVED FIRST TOILET STALL IN THE 3RD FLOOR GIRLS RESTROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR TOILET AND HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE A WASTECAN WITH A LID FOR PRE-K BUILDING EMPLOYEE RESTROOM FOR FEMININE HYGIENE PRODUCTS.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED BROKEN/MISSING DOOR FOR FIRST TOILET IN THE 3RD FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED HANDWASHING SINKS IN STUDENT RESTROOMS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY MISSING SIGNAGE NOTIFYING STUDENTS AND STAFF TO WASH HANDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SIGNAGE TO ALL HANDWASHING SINKS AND MAINTAIN AT ALL TIMES.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED SEVERAL LARGE EXERCISE MATS STORED IN THE OUTDOOR WASTE RECEPTACLE AND OUTDOOR WASTE ENCLOSURE WHICH TAKES UP THE MAJORITY OF SPACE PROVIDED IN RECEPTACLES FOR FOOD WASTE. INSTRUCTED TO REQUEST OR SCHEDULE EARLY WASTE PICK UP FROM WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICE TO MAINTAIN ADEQUATE FREQUENCY OF REMOVAL SUCH THAT WASTE RECEPTACLES DO NOT OVERFILL WITH FOOD WASTE.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11--Observed stained ceiling tiles from leaks in ceiling. Determine source of leak, and repair or replace all affected ceiling tiles.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11--Observed peeling paint debris and walls and ceilings in disrepair in the following locations: On Ceilings above cafeteria tables in the main dining hall. On ceilings and walls in the 2nd floor girls bathroom, 2nd floor boys bathroom, 3rd floor girls bathroom. Walls of dry storage area on first floor Repair all surfaces to be smooth and easily cleanable.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12 (B-D)--Observed two (2) metered faucets at hand sinks in boys bathroom on 2nd floor running for less than 15 seconds. Repair or replace to ensure continuous flow of water for 15 seconds is provided.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: 6-202.15-- Observed exterior doors of main entrance to 001 and 002 have gaps at base in center. Provides access to exterior. Instructed to pest proof and seal exterior doors from pests, and to maintain.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15--Observed three (3) loose faucets in the following bathrooms: Girls bathroom near 130/131. Main building, 3rd floor girls bathroom. Repair or replace loose faucets in each bathroom.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-205.15--Observed low water pressure for hot water in student's bathroom in 002 Classroom.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11--Observed stained ceiling tiles from leaks in ceiling. Determine source of leak, and repair or replace all affected ceiling tiles.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-501.114--Observed unnecessary items stored on the floor near dry storage area in break room and on the floor in the exterior 001 and 002 storage classes. Remove any unused items and store at least 6 inches from floor.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.11--Observed peeling paint debris and walls and ceilings in disrepair in the following locations: On Ceilings above cafeteria tables in the main dining hall. On ceilings and walls in the 2nd floor girls bathroom, 2nd floor boys bathroom, 3rd floor girls bathroom. Walls of dry storage area on first floor Repair all surfaces to be smooth and easily cleanable.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS #38,#54 NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2590919 DATED: 03/13/2024 #38--6-501.111:CONTINUE TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.OBSERVE APPROXIMATELY 10 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON THE FLOOR BEHIND AND IN BETWEEN STORAGE CABINETS STORED ALONG THE WINDOWS AND 20 RODENT(MICE)ON FLOORS BEHIND AND AROUND STORED BOXED EQUIPMENTS,TOYS AND UNDERNEATH CLUTTERED CABINET IN SAME CONNECTING STORAGE ROOM BETWEEN BOTH PRE-K CLASSROOMS IN (OUTSIDE MODULAR PRE-CLASSROOMS#001,#002).OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS IN WALL HEATERS AND ON TOP OF BOOK SHELFS IN SAME AREA IN (OUTSIDE ANNEX PRE-K CLASSROOM#131) AND APPROXIMATELY 45 RODENT(MICE)DROPPINGS ON FLOORS AND CORNERS IN THE FOLLOWING CLUTTERED AREAS ELECTRICAL ROOM AND BOILER ROOM LOCATED NEXT TO ANNEX PRE-K CLASSROOMS #128 AND #130.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS IN DETAIL.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090. #54--5-501.15: Observed exterior receptacles overflowing with trash bags, containers with lids not closed and covered, and loose debris on ground surrounding dumpsters. Instructed to maintain area, detail clean, and properly cover all dumpsters with tight fitting lids to eliminate potential for pests.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Observed missing paper towels in 2nd floor boys bathroom handwashing sinks. Custodian replaced paper towels on site. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-030(c).

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: Observed two (2) metered faucets at hand sinks in boys bathroom on 2nd floor running for less than 15 seconds. Repair or replace to ensure continuous flow of water for 15 seconds is provided.

FOOD RECEIVED AT PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: Observed TCS food, chicken patty meals, being received during inspection improperly at 44 to 49 degrees. Determined top 4 rows were above 41 degree threshold, and the 75 single meals, weighing approximately 25 lbs and valued at $150, were discarded. Discussed with manager to ensure all foods being received are checked upon arrival. Priority violation 7-38-005.

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: Missing thermometer in standing cooler used to hold vegetables in main cafeteria. Provided replacement on site.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed exterior doors of main entrance to 001 and 002 have gaps at base in center. Provides access to exterior. Instructed to pest proof and seal exterior doors from pests, and to maintain.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: Observed evidence of pests and droppings in the following locations: Classroom 001 - observed less than 10 droppings on the floor, in between storage totes, and on the toys. Classroom 002 - observed less than 10 droppings on floor behind teachers desk and storage items on shelf. Storage closet between 001 and 002 - observed less than 10 droppings scattered on the floor behind storage totes and behind the door in the storage closet. Classroom 131 - observed less than 10 mouse droppings in storage area behind teachers desk along window. Area needs to be cleaned and all unnecessary items to be removed. Classroom 131 - droppings observed (less than 10) along the south wall behind student play furniture and shelves. Instructed to detail clean and sanitize all affected areas and recommend a pest control service. Priority Foundation Violation 7-38-020 (a).

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: Observed cookie sheet stored on floor in between oven and standing cooler. Store all food prep items in easily cleanable surfaces.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: Observed ice accumulation in on floor in walk in freezer in cafeteria. Instructed to remove ice and maintain area clear of ice.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Observed debris and loose food wrappers on storage shelves in dry storage area in break room. Maintain area and provide routine cleaning to control any build up.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Observed three (3) loose faucets in the following bathrooms: Girls bathroom near 130/131. Main building, 3rd floor girls bathroom. Repair or replace loose faucets in each bathroom.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: Observed low water pressure for hot water in student's bathroom in 002 Classroom.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: Observed exterior receptacles overflowing with trash bags, containers with lids not closed and covered, and loose debris on ground surrounding dumpsters. Instructed to maintain area, detail clean, and properly cover all dumpsters with tight fitting lids to eliminate potential for pests. Priority foundation violation 7-38-020(b).

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed peeling paint debris and walls and ceilings in disrepair in the following locations: On Ceilings above cafeteria tables in the main dining hall. On ceilings and walls in the 2nd floor girls bathroom, 2nd floor boys bathroom, 3rd floor girls bathroom. Walls of dry storage area on first floor Repair all surfaces to be smooth and easily cleanable.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed stained ceiling tiles from leaks in ceiling. Determine source of leak, and repair or replace all affected ceiling tiles.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Observed unnecessary items stored on the floor near dry storage area in break room and on the floor in the exterior 001 and 002 storage classes. Remove any unused items and store at least 6 inches from floor.

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: Observed burnt out light bulbs for light fixture inside storage closet located in the outside modular pre-k classrooms#001,#002.Instructed to provide and maintain adequate lighting and maintain at all times.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN 3RD FLOOR GIRL'S TOILET ROOM. HOT WATER IN TOILET ROOM MEASURED AT 78 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F. TOILET ROOM TAGGED. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). NO CITATION ISSUED.

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED - Comments: OBSERVED PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION NOT CORRECTED WITHIN SPECIFIED TIMEFRAME. REPORT#2569370 DATED 1-9-2023 INSTRUCTED FACILITY TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LIDS TO ALL DUMPSTER RECEPTACLES. OBSERVED DUMPSTER RECEPTACLE WITH LID UNABLE TO CLOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-42-090 NO CITATION ISSUED.

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PERSON IN CHARGE WITH VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATION. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO HAVE CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON SITE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE A VALID CERTIFICATE IS ON SITE FOR CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER IN CHARGE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012 NO CITATION ISSUED.

HANDS CLEAN & PROPERLY WASHED - Comments: OBSERVED EMPLOYEE WASH HANDS AND TURN FAUCET OFF WITH BARE HANDS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE EMPLOYEES PAPER TOWELS OR OTHER APPROPRIATE BARRIER TO TURN OFF FAUCET AFTER WASHING HANDS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER IN MODULAR UNIT TOILET ROOM IN CLASSROOM 002 OR IN 3RD FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM. HOT WATER IN MODULAR UNIT WAS MEASURED AT 75 F AND AT 89 F IN THIRD FLOOR GIRL'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE HOT WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS REACHES A MINIMUM OF 100 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO PAPER TOWELS IN 2ND FLOOR BOY'S TOLIET ROOM INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE PAPER TOWELS AND OR ANOTHER APPROPRIATE HAND DRYING PROVISION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-010 NO CITATION ISSUED.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED MOZZARELLA CHEESE STRINGS HELD AT AN INADEQUATE TEMPERATURE OF 52 F. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ENSURE ALL COLD TCS FOODS ARE HELD AT 41 F AND BELOW. MANAGER DISCARDED 10 POUNDS MOZARELLA CHEESE STRINGS ($15). PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 35 RODENT DROPPINGS IN MODULAR UNIT CLASSROOM 001 INCLUDING: IN TOILET ROOM, IN STORAGE SPACE OUTSIDE OF TOILET ROOM AND NEAR TOYS AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REMOVE RODENT DROPPINGS AND SANITIZE AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A). NO CITATION ISSUED.

WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK. WHEN WATER IS FILLED IN LEFT COMPARTMENT, IT LEAKS INTO AND CONTAMINATES ADJACENT COMPARTMENT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL CRACKS TO ENSURE WATER DOES NOT LEAK INTO ANOTHER COMPARTMENT. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025. NO CITATION ISSUED.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WITH LEAK FROM PIPING UNDERNEATH. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR PIPING.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER RECEPTACLE WITH LID UNABLE TO CLOSE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE TIGHT FITTING LID. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). NO CITATION ISSUED.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FAUCETS AT HANDSINK IN 2ND FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM (MAIN BUILDING). METERED FAUCET MUST STAY ACTIVE FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE NEEDING TO BE REACTIVATED.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR (HOT) FAUCET WHICH CONTINUOUSLY DRIPPING AT 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN BETWEEN OVEN IN PREP/COOKING AREA.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE OF THE UNISEX TEACHER'S WASHROOM IN THE ANNEX BUILDING. MUST PROVIDE COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES IN ALL WOMEN'S WASHROOMS.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REGLUE THE VINYL BASEBOARD IN THE TEACHER'S WASHROOM IN THE ANNEX BUILDING.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: REPLACE THE WATER STAINED CEILING TILES IN THE KINDERGARTEN MOBILE CLASSROOM.

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: FOOD CONTAINERS STORED ON FLOOR IN WALK-IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE PROPER, RAISED SHELVING TO STORE FOOD CONTAINERS 6" OFF FLOOR

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY DAMAGED WALLS IN MOP SINK AREA ON FIRST FLOOR IN MAIN BUILDING. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN