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OCTAVIO PAZ CHARTER SCHOOL

2651 W 23RD ST, CHICAGO, IL 60608 · School

Inspection summary

OCTAVIO PAZ CHARTER SCHOOL has been inspected 12 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since June 24, 2010. The most recent inspection, on May 2, 2017, 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.

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 your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • 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 2 separate inspections, most recently on April 12, 2016. 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 once on June 24, 2010. For example: FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE

  • 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 15 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on May 14, 2015. For example: FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED

  • 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 11 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on April 19, 2016. For example: FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED

  • Food safety training and certificationLower risk

    Many jurisdictions require a trained or certified person on site, such as a certified food handler. These findings mean the training record or the trained person was missing at the time. They do not by themselves mean anything was handled unsafely.

    Recorded 2 times on April 25, 2017. For example: * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED

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 Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 21. * CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED
      • NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER PRESENT WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS (GROUND BEEF AT 170.1F) ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED THAT A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER MUST BE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES WHILE POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED AND SERVED. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-012.
    • 26. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
      • NO HOT WATER WAS PROVIDED IN THE GIRL'S WASHROOM IN THE BASEMENT. THE WATER TEMPERATURE WAS AT 74F. MANAGEMENT INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER ABOVE 85F FOR PROPER HANDWASHING AT ALL HANDWASHING SINKS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
    • 45. FOOD HANDLER REQUIREMENTS MET
      • ALL FOOD HANDLING EMPLOYEES MUST SHOW PROOF OF FOOD HANDLER TRAINING. MUST PROVIDE.
  3. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED BASE BOARD IN POOR REPAIR ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTIAN.
  4. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED 20 ANTS AROUND GREASE TRAP AND UNDER 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. OBSERVED RIGHTSIDE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR NOT RODENT PROOFED WITH 1/2 INCH GAP UNDER SAID DOOR. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA AND MAKE SAID FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR RODENT PROOFED AND MAINTAIN. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED BASE BOARD IN POOR REPAIR ALONG THE WALL UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK LOCATED IN THE KITCHEN. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTIAN.
  5. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • REMOVE MILK CRATES AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING IN WALK-IN COOLER AND STORAGE AREAS.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • REMOVE DUST BUILDUP ON WINDOW LEDGE UNDER FAN IN KITCHEN.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARDS ALONG WALLS UNDER WINDOWS IN KITCHEN.
  6. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FOUND HOLE IN BASEMENT FLOOR NEAR BOTTOM OF STAIRS. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL AND MAINTAIN.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • FOUND NO SELF CLOSING DEVICES ON TOILET ROOM DOORS IN THE MEN'S BASEMENT TOILET ROOM, THE 2ND FLOOR FACULTY TOILET ROOM, AND THE WOMEN'S BASEMENT AND 2ND FLOOR TOILET ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • FOUND NO VENTILATION IN THE MEN'S BASEMENT TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO INSTALL AND MAINTAIN.
  7. Canvass

    0 infractions

  8. Canvass

    3 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. The walk in cooler threshold is dirty; wash, rinse and sanitize the threshold area of the walk in cooler.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • The three compartment sink has a potable water leak in the right side hot water tap, repair said leak. The second floor boy's washroom has an out of order urinal (one of six), repair the urinal.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Cleaning equipment shall be properly stored away from food, utensils, equipment, and clean linens. Bottles and cans of floor cleaner and oven cleaner are on the three compartment sink wash compartment drain board. Store the floor and oven cleaner away from the three compartment sink.
  9. Canvass

    2 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. CLEAN FLOOR UNDER THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT IN THE PREP AREA AND IN THE BIOLER ROOM ALONG THE WALLS AND IN THE CORNERS HAS DUST AND DIRT BUILDUP.
    • 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. HAS A LARGE AMOUNT CLUTTER - WOOD AND METAL IN THE WEST SIDE OF THE BOILER ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE THE CLUTTER AND CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT OR RODENT HARBORAGE.
  10. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  11. Canvass

    9 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 ALL DOORS NOT TIGHT FITTING ALONG BOTTOM,PROVIDE INTERIOR DOOR SWEEPS ON DOORS LEADING INTO PREP AREA & LUNCH ROOM.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS.
    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • The area outside of the establishment used for the storage of garbage shall be clean at all times and shall not constitute a nuisance.OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER OVER FLOWING, MUST HAVE LIDS TIGHT FITTING.
    • 26. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
      • When toilet and lavatory facilities are provided for the patrons of food establishments, such facilities shall be adequate in number, convenient, accessible, properly designed, and installed according to the municipal code.OBSERVED NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL GIRL'S & BOY'S & 2ND FL. BOY'S.MUST PROVIDE HOT RUNNING WATER.
    • 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 PROVIDE SIGNS ON TOILET ROOM DOORS,SUMP PUMP LID.MUST PAINT GREASE TRAP AT 3- COMPARTMENT SINK,DIVIDER RUSTY IN 1ST FL. BOY'S.MUST REPAIR ACCESS PANEL IN 1ST FL. BOY'S,LOOSE LOCK ON STALL DOOR IN 2ND FL. & 1ST FL. BOY'S.
    • 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 REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN LUNCH ROOM,MISSING & LOOSE FLOOR DRAINS IN TOILET ROOMS.MUST SEAL HOLE IN FLOOR IN BASEMENT.
    • 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED & MISSING WALL BASES& WALLS IN KITCHEN & LUNCH ROOM,HALLWAY,TOILET ROOMS.MUST SCRAPE & PAINT PEELING PAINT ON WALLS & CEILINGS IN PREP AREA,LUNCH ROOM,TOILET ROOM,HALL WAY CEILING TILE MISSING OUT SIDE 1ST FL. GIRL'S.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • All rooms in which food or drink is prepared, or in which utensils are washed, shall be lighted so that a minimum of 50-foot candles of light is available on all work surfaces.REPLACE LIGHT BULB IN LUNCH ROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 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.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LEAKY TOILET IN LOWER LEVEL GIRL'S,2ND FL. BOY'S.
    • 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.OBSERVED MASSIVE AMOUNT OF CLUTTER IN BOILER ROOM MUST REMOVE & ORGANIZE.
  12. Canvass

    8 infractions

    • 2. FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE
      • RESIDENTIAL REFRIGERATION UNIT USED BY TEACHER STAFF IN KITCHEN AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 55.4F. NO POTENTAILLY HAZARDOUS FOODS STORED INSIDE REFRIGERATION UNIT AT THIS TIME. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD FOOD TEMPERATURE AT 40F OR BELOW IF POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS TO BE STORED INSIDE UNIT. HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT. FAX LETTER TO 312-746-4240 WHEN UNIT MAINTAINS 40F OR BELOW. NO CITATION ISSUED. CRITICAL 7-38-005(A).
    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE RACKS/SHELVING UNITS FOR STOCK IN KITCHEN DRY STORAGE ROOM.
    • 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 CRACKED FLOOR SECTION IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.
    • 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 ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPING/CONDUITS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY IN KITCHEN, DRY STORAGE ROOM, LUNCHROOM, AND TOILET ROOMS AT WALL AND CEILING SECTIONS, SEAL CRACKS/CREVICES AT WALLBASE AND WALL JUNCTIONS IN KITCHEN AND STORAGE ROOMS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. CLEAN AND PAINT CEILING SECTION IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND CLEAN CEILING IN BOYS TOILET ROOM IN BASEMENT.
    • 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. PROVIDE LIGHT SHIELDS WITH END CAPS FOR LIGHT FIXTURES IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • PROVIDE SELF CLOSING DEVICE AT STAFF TOILET ROOM DOOR.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • REPAIR LEAKS AT HOT WATER HANDLE AT UTILITY SINK IN BASEMENT.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ORGANIZE CLUTTER IN CLASSROOMS, STORAGE ROOMS, AND BOILER ROOM, ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALL-REMOVE MILK CRATES BEING USED TO STORE ITEMS, REMOVE LARGE WEEDS AROUND OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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