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ITSY BITSY PEOPLE PALACE III

7411 S COTTAGE GROVE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 · Daycare Combo 1586

Inspection summary

ITSY BITSY PEOPLE PALACE III has been inspected 6 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since September 7, 2010. The most recent inspection, on September 20, 2012, recorded 2 infractions.

None of the 6 inspections on record were free of infractions. No inspections are on record from the past 12 months. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests and Handwashing and staff hygiene.

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 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 September 17, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hand hygiene is the most important way to stop germs spreading between children, residents and staff. Inspectors check that sinks are stocked and easy to reach, that staff wash their hands when required (for example after diapering or before handling food), and that sick staff stay away from work.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 17, 2012. For example: APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN

  • 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 13 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on September 20, 2012. For example: WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS

  • 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 20, 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 September 17, 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.

6 inspections

  1. License Re-Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN EVERY AREA. REPAIR FLOOR BY UNUSED COOKING STOVE IN KITCHEN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED(INCLUDING SERVICE WINDOW IN KITCHEN. REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM VARIOUS AREAS IN KITCHEN. REPAIR OPENINGS IN WALLS IN STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED
  2. License Re-Inspection

    6 infractions

    • 14. PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION CORRECTED, 7-42-090
      • THE FOLLOWING PREVIOUS SERIOUS VIOLATION NOTED 9-10-12 ON REPORT # 1235131 NOT CORRECTED:-18-: 20-25 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON SHELF IN CABINET UNDERNEATH WASHBOWL, ON FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS & FURNITURE IN PINK CLASSROOM AND STORE ROOMS IN SAME AREA, LARGE OPENING(1/4 TO 1/2 INCH) FOUND AT CENTER OF EXIT DOORS IN PINK CLASSROOM. MUST REPAIR THESE DOORS MAKING THEM TIGHT-FITTING AT CENTER TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT, SEAL UP ALL OTHER OPENINGS IN WALLS, FLOORS, CEILINGS WHERE FOUND. CITATION ISSUED-CRITICAL FOR NON COMPLIANCE WITH EXISTING VIOLATION 7-42-090.
    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • SEE VIOLATION #18.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALL SHELVES, CUBBIES, TABLES AND TOYS IN EVERY CLASSROOM, & MICROWAVE OVEN IN KITCHEN AREA.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN EVERY AREA. REPAIR FLOOR BY UNUSED COOKING STOVE IN KITCHEN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED(INCLUDING SERVICE WINDOW IN KITCHEN. REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM VARIOUS AREAS IN KITCHEN. REPAIR OPENINGS IN WALLS IN STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • FOOD HANDLER MUST WEAR A HAIR-RESTRAINT WHEN HANDLING OPEN FOODS.
  3. 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
      • 35-40 MICE DROPPINGS NOTED IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ON SHELF IN CABINET UNDERNEATH WASHBOWL, ON FLOORS ALONG THE BASES OF THE WALLS & FURNITURE IN PINK CLASSROOM AND STORE ROOMS IN SAME AREA, IN SOME CUBBIES & TABLES IN NORTHWEST CLASSROOM, AND ON WALL LEDGES & FLOOR BASES IN OFFICE AREA. LARGE OPENING(1/4 TO 1/2 INCH) FOUND AT CENTER OF EXIT DOORS IN PINK CLASSROOM. MUST REPAIR THESE DOORS MAKING THEM TIGHT-FITTING AT CENTER TO PREVENT RODENT ENTRY. MUST ALSO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS THROUGHOUT, SEAL UP ALL OTHER OPENINGS IN WALLS, FLOORS, CEILINGS WHERE FOUND. CITATION ISSUED-SERIOUS 7-38-020.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: ALL SHELVES, CUBBIES, TABLES AND TOYS IN EVERY CLASSROOM, & MICROWAVE OVEN IN KITCHEN AREA.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • DETAIL CLEAN ALL FLOORS ALONG ALL WALL BASES, IN CORNERS, UNDERNEATH AND BEHIND ALL HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN EVERY AREA. REPAIR FLOOR BY UNUSED COOKING STOVE IN KITCHEN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • CLEAN AND/OR PAINT WALLS THROUGHOUT WHERE NEEDED(INCLUDING SERVICE WINDOW IN KITCHEN. REMOVE ALL CHIPPING PAINT FROM VARIOUS AREAS IN KITCHEN. REPAIR OPENINGS IN WALLS IN STORAGE AREAS AND WHERE NEEDED.
    • 42. APPROPRIATE METHOD OF HANDLING OF FOOD (ICE) HAIR RESTRAINTS AND CLEAN APPAREL WORN
      • FOOD HANDLER MUST WEAR A HAIR-RESTRAINT WHEN HANDLING OPEN FOODS.
  4. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AND WHERE NEEDED.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM LONG CLOSET IN PINK CLASSROOM. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
  5. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • FOUND EVIDENCE OF INSECTS AND RODENTS ON SITE AND OUTER OPENINGS NOT PROTECTED. FOUND APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MICE DROPIINGS SCATTERED IN KITCHEN UNDER PREP TABLE AND IN CORNERS,IN FURNACE AND MOP SINK CLOSETS AND IN STORAGE CLOSETS. NOTED DROPPINGS IN BASEMENT ON STORAGE SHELVES,IN UNUSED CUBBIE HOLES,UNDER THE STAGE AND ON LANDING IN REAR STAIRWELL. ALSO NOTED APPROXIMATELY 25 DROPPINGS IN THE INFANT CENTER ALONG WALLS IN THE PINK ROOM STORAGE CLOSET,IN THE MOP SINK CLOSET AND UNDER THE WASHBOWLS IN THE BOYS WASHROOM. OBSERVED 5-6 LIVE SMALL FLIES IN KITCHEN,IN WASHROOM,IN MOP SINK CLOSET AND THROUGHOUT 1ST FLOOR. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS AND INSECTS,SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND HAVE THE PEST CONTROL COMPANY SERVICE AREAS. ALSO FOUND A 1/4 INCH GAP ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE 7419 FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR AND A 1/4 INCH GAP BETWEEN THE TWO EXIT DOORS IN THE INFANT CENTER PINK CLASSROOM. MUST REPAIR DOORS AND MAKE COMPLETELY INSECT AND RODENT PROOF. (CITATION ISSUED ON 7419 S COTTAGE GROVE REPORT # 545726)
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • MUST REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES IN KITCHEN AND WHERE NEEDED.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR LEAKY FAUCET AT THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE ALL CLUTTER FROM LONG CLOSET IN PINK CLASSROOM. STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
  6. License

    2 infractions

    • 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. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOM, BEHIND WATER HEATER IN UTILITY CLOSET, ETC. REPLACE ALL STAINED CEILING TILES. REPAIR STRIP BETWEEN REAR DOOR.
    • 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. ORGANIZE STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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