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FAMILIES TOGETHER COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL

1500 W ELMDALE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60660 · Children's Services Facility

Inspection summary

FAMILIES TOGETHER COOPERATIVE NURSERY SCHOOL has been inspected 3 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since January 27, 2011. The most recent inspection, on September 18, 2012, recorded 1 infraction.

None of the 3 inspections on record were free of infractions. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. All recorded findings relate to upkeep, equipment or paperwork rather than direct health risks.

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 6 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on July 8, 2011. 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 18, 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 once on January 27, 2011. For example: LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED

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.

3 inspections

  1. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED ITEMS ON FLOOR ON STAGE STORAGE AREA. MUST ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR.
  2. License

    2 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN FOOD STAINS ON INSIDE MICROWAVE OVEN,AND 2COMP.SINK IN N.W CORNER ASSIGNED ONLY FOR HAND WASHING,AND THE BOTTOM SHELVES IN THE CLOSET AT CLASSROOM WITH DUST.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PAINT PEELING ON AT DISH WASHING 2COMP.SINK IN N.E CORNER.
  3. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 31. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
      • Containers and utensils shall be inverted, covered, or otherwise protected from contamination until used. All single-service drinking straws and containers shall be discarded immediately after use. INSTRUCTED TO INVERT ALL CLEAN MULTI USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SEVICE ARTICLES ON SHELVING UNITS THROUGHOUT KITCHEN ALSO MUST REMOVE PERSONAL ITEMS SUCH AS PURSES,COATS,ETC FROM KITCHEN AND STORE PROPERL AWAY FROM KITCHEN.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE FOLLOWING EQUIPMENTS UTENSILS WITH STAINS/DEBRIS:2COMP.SINKS,SHELVES & COAT CABINET IN CLASSROOM.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PAINT PEELING ON FLOOR IN STORAGE ROOM,CLEAN DEBRIS ON FLOORS ALONG WALLS IN CLASS ROOM THROUGHOUT,FLOORS UNDER 2COMP.SINKS,AND FLOORS AT TOY /FOOD STORAGE AREA BY REAR EXIT DOOR TO DUMPSTER.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PAINT PEELING CEILING WALL IN STORAGE ROOM AT REAR
    • 39. LINEN: CLEAN AND SOILED PROPERLY STORED
      • Soiled and clean linens, coats, and aprons shall be properly stored. OBSERVED WIPE CLOTHS ALOVER IN KITCHEN,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAMPER FOR CLEAN AND SOILED WIPE CLOTHS.
    • 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. INSTRUCTED TO ORGANIZE EXCESS CLUTTER IN REAR STORAGE ROOM BY REAR EXIT DOOR,AND ON FLOORS IN CLASSROOM .

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