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COMMONWEALTH DAYCARE CENTER

140 W 81ST ST, CHICAGO, IL 60620 · Daycare (2 - 6 Years)

Inspection summary

COMMONWEALTH DAYCARE CENTER has been inspected 11 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since June 7, 2010. The most recent inspection, on October 19, 2015, found no infractions.

3 of 11 inspections on record found no infractions at all. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Cleaning and sanitizing.

The last 3 inspections in a row found no infractions. Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on October 22, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on June 7, 2010. For example: DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED

  • 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 19 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on November 16, 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 10 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on November 16, 2012. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on November 16, 2012. For example: PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090

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.

11 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    0 infractions

  3. License Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. License Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • NOTED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON SITE. OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40-50 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON STAGE,IN STORAGE CLOSETS,IN FOOD PANTRY ON TOP OF CONCRETE BLOCK AND ON SHELVES AND THROUGHOUT PREMISES. REMOVE DROPPINGS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. 7-38-020
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL UNCLEAN SURFACES ON LOWER LEVEL. (REMOVE DUST AND SPIDER WELLS)
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE AND ON LOWER LEVEL ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT. (REMOVE DUST AND SPIDER WEBS)
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTER FROM STORAGE CLOSET AND FOOD PANTRY AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT FROM AREA. ALSO STORE ALL ITEMS ON STAGE 6 INCHES OFF THE WALLS.
  5. License Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • 40-50 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS ON FLOORS IN KITCHEN, STORAGE ROOMS, CLASS ROOMS(INSIDE CLOSET ON EAST WALL), WASHROOMS, ON STAGE (RIGHT SIDE EXIT AREA LEADING TO OFFICE/STORAGE ROOM) AND ALL OTHER AREAS ON LOWER LEVEL(ON SHELVES INSIDE CHURCH'S STORAGE ROOM). ALSO OBSERVED MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS FOUND IN FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS etc. PREMISES WAS SERVICED BY PEST CONTROL 9-19-12 AND 9-25-12. NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • SEE VIOLATION
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • : CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES(i.e. SHELVES, TOYS, etc) IN ALL CLASSROOM AREAS, CABINET INTERIORS IN KITCHEN, REFRIGERATOR AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES ON LOWER LEVEL.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE AND ON LOWER LEVEL ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE THE WATER FROM FLOOR IN MOP SINK ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTER ON STAGE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT FROM AREA.
  6. License Re-Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • 40-50 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS AND IN CORNERS ON FLOORS IN KITCHEN, STORAGE ROOMS, CLASS ROOMS(INSIDE CLOSET ON EAST WALL), WASHROOMS AND ALL OTHER AREAS ON LOWER LEVEL(ON SHELVES INSIDE CHURCH'S STORAGE ROOM). ALSO OBSERVED LIVE ROACH IN WASHROOM. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ALL OPENINGS FOUND IN FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS etc. PREMISES WAS SERVICED BY PEST CONTROL 9-19-12 AND IS SCHEDULE TO MAKE A RETURN VISIT . NO CITATION ISSUED.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL SURFACES(i.e. SHELVES, TOYS, etc) IN ALL CLASSROOM AREAS, CABINET INTERIORS IN KITCHEN, REFRIGERATOR AND ALL OTHER UNCLEAN SURFACES ON LOWER LEVEL.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE AND ON LOWER LEVEL ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT. MUST REMOVE THE WATER FROM FLOOR IN MOP SINK ROOM.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALL IN WASHROOM BY WINDOW. CLEAN WALLS IN ALL ROOMS AND AREAS OF DAYCARE(INCLUDING KITCHEN) WHERE NEEDED. SEAL UP ALL HOLES AND OPENINGS AROUND PIPES IN WALLS.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REFRIGERATION AND REPLACE MISSING SHIELD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. REPAIR LIGHTING IN WASHROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTER ON STAGE AND REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY EQUIPMENT FROM AREA.
  7. License

    5 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • 30 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED SCATTERED ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS IN KITCHEN, IN TV CLOSET, UNDERNEATH WASHBOWL IN WASHROOM, AND IN CLASSROOM AREA. MUST CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, SEAL UP ANY OPENINGS FOUND, REQUEST SERVICE FROM PEST CONTROL COMPANY AND PROVIDE PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK-NO CITATION ISSUED, NOT OPEN FOR BUSINESS
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CLEAN AWAY ALL DUST FROM EQUIPMENT IN CLASSROOM AREAS, CABINET INTERIORS IN KITCHEN, DAYCARE REFRIGERATOR AND CABINET IN WASHROOM.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM WALL IN WASHROOM BY WINDOW. CLEAN WALLS IN ALL ROOMS AND AREAS OF DAYCARE(INCLUDING KITCHEN) WHERE NEEDED.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD ABOVE REFRIGERATION AND REPLACE MISSING SHIELD ABOVE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK.
  8. Canvass Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF CABINETS & COOKING STOVES IN KITCHEN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN ALL WALLS IN KITCHEN. REPAIR AREA(S )OF WALLS WHERE CHIPPED PAINT IS LOCATED IN AREA WHERE WHITE CUBBIES ARE FOUND. PAINT RUSTY DIVIDERS IN WASHROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • : ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN STAGE AREA, AND IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS ON BOTH SIDES OF SAME. ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING, SERVICING BY PCO, AND INSPECTION.
  9. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 29. PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090
      • A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority. THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION NOTED JANUARY 11, 2011 STILL NOT CORRECTED: -38-MOP SINK NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED UNDERNEATH BOTTOM, MUST ATTACH A PIPE UNDERNEATH FOR PROPER DRAINAGE AND CLEAN FLOOR IN SAME AREA - CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS FOR NON COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATION 7-42-090
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN INTERIORS AND EXTERIORS OF CABINETS & COOKING STOVES IN KITCHEN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS THROUGHOUT DAYCARE ALONG WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL EQUIPMENT.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN ALL WALLS IN KITCHEN. REPAIR AREA(S )OF WALLS WHERE CHIPPED PAINT IS LOCATED IN AREA WHERE WHITE CUBBIES ARE FOUND. PAINT RUSTY DIVIDERS IN WASHROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • SEE VIOLATION #29
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTER IN STAGE AREA, AND IN REAR STORAGE ROOMS ON BOTH SIDES OF SAME. ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR CLEANING, SERVICING BY PCO, AND INSPECTION.
  10. License Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MOP SINK NOT PROPERLY CONNECTED UNDERNEATH BOTTOM, MUST ATTACH A PIPE UNDERNEATH FOR PROPER DRAINAGE.
  11. License

    5 infractions

    • 24. DISH WASHING FACILITIES: PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED, MAINTAINED, INSTALLED, LOCATED AND OPERATED
      • All dishwashing machines must be of a type that complies with all requirements of the plumbing section of the Municipal Code of Chicago and Rules and Regulation of the Board of Health.OBSERVED INADEQUATE DISHWASHING FACILITIES.FAUCET AT 3-COMP SINK,NOT ABLE TO REACH ALL 3-COMPARTMENTS OF SINK TO WASH/RINSE/SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS FOR PREPARING FOOD. MUT REPLACE FAUCET. CITATION ISSUED/SERIOUS
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. MUST REPAIR CLASS ROOM STORAGE CLOSET.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities. MST PROVIDED LIGHTS IN JANITOR CLOSET.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. OBSERVED 2-TOILET SEATS MISSING IN WASHROOMS MUST INSTALL.
    • 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. OBSERVED MOP SINK NOT CONNECTED UNDER SINK/LEAKING,MUST REPAIR.

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