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THE CHILDREN'S CENTER

7954-7958 S WESTERN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60620 · Daycare Above and Under 2 Years

Inspection summary

THE CHILDREN'S CENTER has been inspected 6 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since August 4, 2010. The most recent inspection, on June 14, 2012, recorded 5 infractions.

None of the 6 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.

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.

  • 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 17 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on June 14, 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 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 14, 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.

6 inspections

  1. License

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CABINET INTERIORS IN MOP SINK ROOM, MICROWAVE OVEN, & POPCORN MACHINE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOOR IN MOP SINK ROOM. ELEVATE ALL STOCK AND 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS(INCLUDING BASEMENT).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPAIR BOTTOM OF OUTER EXIT DOOR TO NURSERY ENTRANCE.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LEVEL, WATER SETTLING IN FRONT SECTIONS OF ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS, MUST ADJUST LEGS ON SINK SO THAT WATER PROPERLY DRAINS FROM SINK WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • BASEMENT AREA EXTREMELY CLUTTERED, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE. ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION, SERVICING AND CLEANING. ELIMINATE CLUTTER ALONG WALLS IN CLASSROOMS.
  2. License

    5 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN THE FOLLOWING: CABINET INTERIORS IN MOP SINK ROOM, MICROWAVE OVEN, & POPCORN MACHINE.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • CLEAN FLOOR IN MOP SINK ROOM. ELEVATE ALL STOCK AND 6 INCHES OFF FLOOR IN ALL STORAGE AREAS(INCLUDING BASEMENT).
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • SEAL AND SECURE ALL WASHBOWLS TO WALLS IN GIRL'S WASHROOMS. SEAL LOOSE BASEBOARD IN LILAC WASHROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • 3 COMPARTMENT SINK NOT LEVEL, WATER SETTLING IN FRONT SECTIONS OF ALL 3 COMPARTMENTS, MUST ADJUST LEGS ON SINK SO THAT WATER PROPERLY DRAINS FROM SINK WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • BASEMENT AREA EXTREMELY CLUTTERED, MUST REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES AND REORGANIZE. ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION, SERVICING AND CLEANING. ELIMINATE CLUTTER ALONG WALLS IN CLASSROOMS.
  3. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES WHERE NEEDED. CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS IN WASHROOMS. REPAIR HOLE IN WALL ABOVE MOP SINK IN REAR FURNACE ROOM.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • PROVIDE MISSING STOPPER FOR 3 COMP. SINK IN KITCHEN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTERED AREAS IN BASEMENT, ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION, SERVICING AND CLEANING.
  4. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REPLACE STAINED CEILING TILES IN CLASSROOM AREA. CLEAN DUSTY CEILING VENTS. REPAIR HOLE IN WALL ABOVE MOP SINK IN REAR FURNACE ROOM AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • ELIMINATE CLUTTERED AREAS IN BASEMENT, ALL AREAS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE FOR INSPECTION, SERVICING AND CLEANING.
  5. 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 ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN REAR STORAGE CLOSET. REPAIR WALLS IN BASEMENT AND STAIRWAY (WATER SEEPAGE).
    • 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. INSTALL DRAINBOARD ON SIDE OF 3-COMP SINK. ALL COMPARTMENTS MUST BE AVAILABLE TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.
  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 ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS UNDER SINKS IN WASHROOMS. REPLACE MISSING BASEBOARDS IN REAR STORAGE. REPAIR WALLS IN BASEMENT AND ALONG STAIRWAY (WATER SEEPAGE).
    • 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. INSTALL DRAINBOARD ON SIDE OF 3-COMP SINK. ALL COMPARTMENTS MUST BE AVAILABLE TO PROPERLY WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE FOOD EQUIPMENT AND UTENSILS.

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