GRESHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL in CHICAGO, IL Failed Its Health Inspection on 04/10/23

CHICAGO, IL - GRESHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL received citations for health code violations during an inspection on 04/10/2023.

Located at 8524 S Green (832W) in the Englewood area, the establishment serves the local community. The Englewood neighborhood maintains numerous food service establishments that undergo regular health monitoring.

The inspection identified 5 distinct violations requiring correction. These findings represent specific conditions observed during the inspection that must be addressed to meet health code requirements.

The first violation related to pest management. Inspectors documented: Insects, Rodents, & Animals Not Present - Comments: Observed the Exit Door (#6) in Poor Repair at the Bottom 1/4" Gap Noted. Must Repair and Maintain to Prevent Pests Entry Point.. The FDA Food Code requires establishments to eliminate conditions that attract and harbor pests, including proper waste management and facility maintenance. For more information, see FDA pest control standards. Cockroaches can spread E. coli and Salmonella by contaminating food and surfaces.

The second violation related to cleaning procedures. Inspectors documented: Non-food/food Contact Surfaces Clean - Comments: Must Clean the Interior of 2-door Milk Cooler. Must Defrost Interior Doors of the Reach in Freezer.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Cross-contamination from improperly sanitized equipment is a common cause of foodborne illness.

The third violation concerned sanitization. Inspectors documented: Physical Facilities Installed, Maintained & Clean - Comments: Floors Need Cleaning in the Manager Office to Remove Debris.. FDA sanitation guidelines require regular cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces to prevent cross-contamination and bacterial growth. For more information, see FDA sanitation standards. Biofilms can form on inadequately cleaned surfaces, protecting bacteria from sanitizers.

The fourth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Adequate Ventilation & Lighting. Regulatory standards exist to minimize health risks to consumers.

The fifth violation involved food safety requirements. Inspectors documented: Designated Areas Used - Comments: Observed the Light Shield Inside the 2-door Freezer in Poor Repair(cracked). Must Replace and Maintain.. Health code violations require correction to maintain safe operating conditions.

The correction of health violations is monitored through follow-up inspections and documentation requirements. Establishments must demonstrate that they have addressed the root causes of violations, not just the immediate symptoms.

This inspection data is provided by Chicago Department of Public Health. The establishment had violations identified during the 04/10/2023 inspection. Conditions may have changed since this inspection. For current compliance status, consult the Chicago Department of Public Health. For more information about restaurant inspection regulations in this area, visit the Chicago Food Service Sanitation Rules. Learn more about food safety at FDA.gov and CDC.gov.