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CARE-A-LOT E.L.C. II

5522 N MILWAUKEE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60630 · Children's Services Facility

Inspection summary

CARE-A-LOT E.L.C. II has been inspected 8 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since January 25, 2010. The most recent inspection, on September 20, 2012, recorded 3 infractions.

2 of 8 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct health risks.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 18 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on September 20, 2012. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 8 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on September 20, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

8 inspections

  1. License

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Kitchen cabinet drawers, shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors in furnace room area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
  2. License

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Kitchen cabinet drawers, shelving not clean, need detailed cleaning(crevices).
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors in furnace room area not clean, need detailed cleaning(corners).
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Stock items must be stored six inches off of floor to prevent pest harborage.
  3. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • Caulk in bathroom sink (1st floor),in state of disrepair, shall be repair, replaced.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Storage cabinet shelving not clean needs detailed cleaning, cooler shelving needs cleaning(detailed).
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floors in kitchen prep area behind cooking equipment not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).Floors in bsmt. storage ares not clean need detailed cleaning(corners).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Peeling paint, exposed plaster in kitchen ceiling, shall be repair/sealed, peeling paint in classrooms shall be repair/sealed.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Missing light shields in classrooms, kitchen areas shall be provided, light shields need cleaning.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Exhaust canopy not clean needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in classrooms need detailed cleaning.
  4. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • Caulk in bathroom sink(1st floor),in state of disrepair, shall be repair, replaced.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • Storage cabinet shelving not clean need detailed cleaning, cooler shelving needs cleaning(detailed).
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • Floor in kitchen prep area behind cooking equipment not clean needs detailed cleaning(corners).Floors in bsmt. storage areas need detailed cleaning(corners).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Peeling paint, exposed plaster in kitchen ceiling, shall be repair/sealed, peeling paint in classrooms shall be repair sealed.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Missing light shields in classrooms, kirchen areas shall be provided, light shields need cleaning.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Exhaust canopy not clean needs detailed cleaning, exhaust vents(ventilation) in classrooms need detailed cleaning.
  5. License

    0 infractions

  6. License

    0 infractions

  7. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair.MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS, AND CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND ALL CORNER INSIDE THE STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT, AND BY THE MOP SINK AREA TO HAVE AN EASY ACCESS IN CLEANING AND PREVENT RODENT INSECTS HARBORAGE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALL PAPER ON THE WALL OF THE WASHROOM PEELING OFF, ALSO THE WALL BEHIND THE WASHBOWL OF THE WASHROOM (15 MONTHS OLD CHILDREN CLASSROOM), NOT IN GOOD REPAIR,INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE WALL, REGLUE THE WALL PAPER AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. 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. UNAPPROVED DISHWASHING MACHINE ON PREMIMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE OR REPLACE WITH COMMERCIAL DISHMACHINE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • 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. CLUTTER IN THE REAR MOP SINK AREA IN THE BASEMENT-cLOTHES, WOODS, SCHOOL ARTS SUPPLIES, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, CLEAN THE AREA, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AND PROVIDE SHELVINGS TO STORE ALL ART SUPPLIES.
  8. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS, AND CLEAN THE FLOOR ALONG THE WALL BASE AND ALL CORNER INSIDE THE STORAGE ROOM IN THE BASEMENT, AND BY THE MOP SINK AREA TO HAVE AN EASY ACCESS IN CLEANING AND PREVENT RODENT INSECTS HARBORAGE.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • WALL PAPER ON THE WALL OF THE WASHROOM PEELING OFF ,ALSO THE WALL BEHIND THE WASHBOWL OF THE WASHROOM(15 MONTHS OLD CHILDREN CLASSROOM) NOT IN GOOD REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR THE WALL, REGLUE THE WALL PAPER AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • UNAPPROVED DISHMACHINE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE DISHMACHINE OR REPLACE WITH COMMERCIAL DISHMACHINE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • CLUTTER IN THE REAR MOP AREA IN THE BASEMENT, CLOTHES, WOODS, SCHOOL ARTS SUPPLIES, ETC. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE, CLEAN THE AREA, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS AND PROVIDE SHELVINGS TO STORE ALL ART SUPPLIES.

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