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SOUTH CENTRAL 'WHOLISTIC' CHILD CARE SERVICES

8316 S ELLIS AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60619 · Daycare (2 - 6 Years)

Inspection summary

SOUTH CENTRAL 'WHOLISTIC' CHILD CARE SERVICES has been inspected 5 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since September 9, 2010. The most recent inspection, on September 2, 2015, found no infractions.

1 of 5 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.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on August 29, 2012. For example: NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS

  • 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 10 times across 4 separate inspections, most recently on September 6, 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 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on September 6, 2012. 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.

5 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. License Re-Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • ALSO REMOVE DUST FROM VENT COVERS AND FANS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST REPAIR WORN BASEBOARDS IN REAR FOOD STORAGE CLOSET. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR UTILITY STORAGE/ELECTRICAL ROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR VENTILATION IN ALL STAFF WASHROOMS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR TOILET IN 1ST WOMENS STAFF WASHROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE CLUTTER FROM REAR ELECTRICAL/UTILITY STORAGE ROOM.
  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
      • NOTED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ON SITE. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN ALL CLASSROOMS IN LOWER SECTIONS OF THE STUDENT CUBBIES,ALONG SIDE AND BEHIND THE CUBBIE UNITS,IN CORNERS,UNDER COMPUTER DESKS AND ALONG WALLS. ALSO NOTED DROPPINGS ON INTERIOR OF THE FRONT AND REAR KITCHEN STORAGE ROOMS SCATTERED ON FLOORS,BEHIND FREEZER UNITS,BETWEEN WORN BASEBOARDS,UNDER STORAGE CRATES AND SHELVES AND THROUGHOUT. ALSO NOTED DROPPINGS IN THE KITCHEN BEHIND THE DOOR NEXT TO THE COOK LINE. SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MUST DETAIL CLEAN THE LOWER SECTIONS OF ALL STUDENT CUBBIES AND OTHER STORAGE UNITS. MUST REMOVE DUST AND OTHER DEBRIS. ALSO REMOVE HEAVY DUST FROM VENT COVERS IN ALL WASHROOMS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • MUST REPAIR WORN BASEBOARDS IN REAR FOOD STORAGE CLOSET. MUST DETAIL CLEAN FLOORS IN REAR UTILITY STORAGE/ELECTRICAL ROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • MUST REPAIR VENTILATION IN ALL STAFF WASHROOMS. MUST INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE 1ST WASH BOWL IN BOTH STUDENT WASHROOMS.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST REMOVE CLUTTER FROM REAR ELECTRICAL/UTILITY STORAGE ROOM. ALSO MUST REMOVE POP CRATES IN FOOD STORAGE ROOM AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING. MUST STORE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OFF THE FLOOR.
  4. License Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 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, CRACKS, CREVICES IN WALLS, AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS, ETC IN KITCHEN AND WASHROOMS.
  5. License

    4 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 10-15 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES IN KITCHEN STORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. REMOVE OPEN BAIT OFF FLOOR IN DRY STORAGE AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020 CITATION ISSUED H63265 COURT DATE 10-21-10 AT 10 AM 400 W SUPERIOR ROOM 107.
    • 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. CLEAN ALL SHELVES IN STORAGE AREAS.
    • 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 FLOORS IN DRY STORAGE AREA BEHIND DESK AND IN FURNACE ROOM.
    • 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 PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOM AND HALLWAY AREAS.

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