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LAKE SHORE SCHOOL

5611 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO, IL 60660 · Daycare (Under 2 Years)

Inspection summary

LAKE SHORE SCHOOL has been inspected 12 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since July 7, 2011. The most recent inspection, on April 4, 2013, found no infractions.

3 of 12 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 Food temperature control.

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 July 7, 2011. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 7, 2012. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • 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 23 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on September 7, 2012. For example: PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED

  • 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 12 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on July 15, 2011. 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.

12 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    0 infractions

  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • NO THERMOMETER INSIDE TODDLER ROOM REACH IN COOLER. MUST PROVIDE WORKING THERMOMETER FOR COOLER.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • TODDLER STORAGE ROOM CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
  5. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • MUST CALIBRATE METAL STEM THERMOMETER FOR FOOD HANDLERS AND MAINTAIN.
  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • STAFF ROOM CLUTTERED. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6" OFF FLOOR TO PREVENT POTENTAIL PEST HARBORAGE.
  7. Complaint Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR OR REFINISH WORN OUT WOOD BASE ON WINDOWS,COUNTERS AND DOOR POSTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO REPAIR DARK MARKS INSIDE TOILET BOWLS IN FISH CLASSROOM AND ELSEWHERE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:MOP SINK ROOM,TOOL ROOM, EMPLOYEE ROOM PAINT PEELING ON WALL AND OPEN CEILING.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE TOILET DOOR.
  8. License Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR OR REFINISH WORN OUT WOOD BASE ON WINDOWS,COUNTERS AND DOOR POSTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO REPAIR DARK MARKS INSIDE TOILET BOWLS IN FISH CLASSROOM AND ELSEWHERE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:MOP SINK ROOM,TOOL ROOM, EMPLOYEE ROOM PAINT PEELING ON WALL AND OPEN CEILING.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE TOILET DOOR.
  9. Canvass Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 31. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
      • MUST REMOVE CLEAN FOOD UTENSILS STORED IN LUNDRY ROOM,REWASH,SANITIZE AND STORE ELSEWHERE.MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVES AND ON COUNTERS THROUGHOUT.SOILED UTENSILS FOUND ON WINDOW BASE IN TOILET AT FISH CLASSROOM MUST BE RETURNED TO KITCHEN DAILY FOR PROPER CLEANING TO PREVENT INSECT & ANTS ATTRACTION.
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN STAINS / DEBRIS ON CABINETS UNDER HAND WASH SINKS THROUGHOUT,AND STUDENTS COAT SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS,AND SOME TOILET BOWLS IN CERTAIN CLASSROOMS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:MOP SINK ROOM,TOOL ROOM, EMPLOYEE ROOM PAINT PEELING ON WALL AND OPEN CEILING.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING ON EMPLOYEE TOILET DOOR.
  10. License

    8 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN BEAR CLASSROOM,AND ON HAMPER CONTAINER USED FOR HOUSING HAMSTER(GUGERBIL)PET.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED FLOORS, AND SANITIZE WITH SANITIZER,AND REMOVE ABOVE LIFE RODENT(PET)FROM FACILITY BY REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK.
    • 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. MUST REMOVE CLEAN FOOD UTENSILS STORED IN LUNDRY ROOM,REWASH,SANITIZE AND STORE ELSEWHERE.MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVES AND ON COUNTERS THROUGHOUT.SOILED UTENSILS FOUND ON WINDOW BASE IN TOILET AT FISH CLASSROOM MUST BE RETURNED TO KITCHEN DAILY FOR PROPER CLEANING TO PREVENT INSECT & ANTS ATTRACTION.
    • 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 OR REFINISH WORN OUT WOOD BASE ON WINDOWS,COUNTERS AND DOOR POSTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO REPAIR DARK MARKS INSIDE TOILET BOWLS IN FISH CLASSROOM AND ELSEWHERE.
    • 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 STAINS / DEBRIS ON CABINETS UNDER HAND WASH SINKS THROUGHOUT,AND STUDENTS COAT SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS,AND SOME TOILET BOWLS IN CERTAIN CLASSROOMS.
    • 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 CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 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 AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:MOP SINK ROOM,TOOL ROOM, EMPLOYEE ROOM PAINT PEELING ON WALL AND OPEN CEILING.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE TOILET 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. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN FROG AND FISH CLASSROOM TOILETS.
  11. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN BEAR CLASSROOM,AND ON HAMPER CONTAINER USED FOR HOUSING HAMSTER(GUGERBIL)PET.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED FLOORS, AND SANITIZE WITH SANITIZER,AND REMOVE ABOVE LIFE RODENT(PET)FROM FACILITY BY REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK.
    • 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. MUST REMOVE CLEAN FOOD UTENSILS STORED IN LUNDRY ROOM,REWASH,SANITIZE AND STORE ELSEWHERE.MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVES AND ON COUNTERS THROUGHOUT.SOILED UTENSILS FOUND ON WINDOW BASE IN TOILET AT FISH CLASSROOM MUST BE RETURNED TO KITCHEN DAILY FOR PROPER CLEANING TO PREVENT INSECT & ANTS ATTRACTION.
    • 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 OR REFINISH WORN OUT WOOD BASE ON WINDOWS,COUNTERS AND DOOR POSTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO REPAIR DARK MARKS INSIDE TOILET BOWLS IN FISH CLASSROOM AND ELSEWHERE.
    • 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 STAINS / DEBRIS ON CABINETS UNDER HAND WASH SINKS THROUGHOUT,AND STUDENTS COAT SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS,AND SOME TOILET BOWLS IN CERTAIN CLASSROOMS.
    • 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 CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING ON EMPLOYEE TOILET 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. REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN FROG AND FISH CLASSROOM TOILETS.
  12. License

    8 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines. OBSERVED 20 RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR ALONG WALLS IN BEAR CLASSROOM,AND ON HAMPER CONTAINER USED FOR HOUSING HAMSTER(GUGERBIL)PET.CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020 SERIOUS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AFFECTED FLOORS, AND SANITIZE WITH SANITIZER,AND REMOVE ABOVE LIFE RODENT(PET)FROM FACILITY BY REINSPECTION NEXT WEEK.
    • 31. CLEAN MULTI-USE UTENSILS AND SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES PROPERLY STORED: NO REUSE OF SINGLE SERVICE ARTICLES
      • MUST REMOVE CLEAN FOOD UTENSILS STORED IN LUNDRY ROOM,REWASH,SANITIZE AND STORE ELSEWHERE.MUST INVERT ALL CLEAN UTENSILS ON SHELVES AND ON COUNTERS THROUGHOUT.SOILED UTENSILS FOUND ON WINDOW BASE IN TOILET AT FISH CLASSROOM MUST BE RETURNED TO KITCHEN DAILY FOR PROPER CLEANING TO PREVENT INSECT & ANTS ATTRACTION.
    • 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 OR REFINISH WORN OUT WOOD BASE ON WINDOWS,COUNTERS AND DOOR POSTS THROUGHOUT FACILITY. ALSO REPAIR DARK MARKS INSIDE TOILET BOWLS IN FISH CLASSROOM AND ELSEWHERE.
    • 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 STAINS / DEBRIS ON CABINETS UNDER HAND WASH SINKS THROUGHOUT,AND STUDENTS COAT SHELVES IN CLASSROOMS,AND SOME TOILET BOWLS IN CERTAIN CLASSROOMS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN DEBRIS AND REPAIR FLOORS IN TOOL ROOM BY EMPLOYEE TOILET, IN MOP SINK ROOM ,IN EMPLOYEE LUNCH ROOM ALONG WALLS,AND UNDER HAND WASH SINK BY STAFF TOILET.
    • 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 AND CLEAN STAINS ON WALLS IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS:MOP SINK ROOM,TOOL ROOM, EMPLOYEE ROOM PAINT PEELING ON WALL AND OPEN CEILING.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • Toilet rooms shall be completely enclosed and shall be vented to the outside air or mechanically ventilated. MUST PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE ON EMPLOYEE TOILET 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. REMOVE UNNECESSARY CLUTTER IN FROG CLASSROOM,& IN FISH CLASSROOM TOILETS.

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