Lene's Childcare

6418.5 Elmwood Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19142
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Jul 15, 2024
45
Score
High Risk

Lene's Childcare has a thin inspection record, with only one visit on file so far. The latest inspection on file is from Jul 15, 2024. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The city-wide average sits at 72, which Lene's Childcare's 45 doesn't quite reach.

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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jul 15, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 6 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 10 violations
Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The kitchen hand sink was lacking paper towels and a waste container for paper towel disposal. Paper towels and a trash can were placed closer to the hand sink during the inspection.
46.941(a)-(e)
Food obtained from approved source
Inspector notes: The person in charge did not provide documentation of where foods are being purchased and what organization is distributing the foods. A delivery person was observed delivering milk but did not have an invoice readily available. This information is required. Provide invoices or receipts for all food and beverages that are prepared and served in this facility. New Violation.
46.211
Food received at proper temperature
Inspector notes: Inspector observed 2 plastic crates of milk delivered at 54.9 degrees F rather than 45 degrees F as required. The person in charge did not have a probe thermometer to check food temperaturs when delivered. The inspector requested that the two crates containing 18 - 1/2 gallons of milk be returned to the distributor. New Violation.
46.244(b)
Food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Observed children's sippy cups in the 3 basin sink area. Children's sippy cups and bottles that are provided by parents must be sent home for cleaning. New Violation.
46.731
Thermometer provided & accurate
Inspector notes: Temperature measuring devices for ensuring proper temperatures of food (internal temperature of foods) are not available or readily accessible.
46.561
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: The restroom sink on the upper level is not sealed flush to the wall. New Violation.
46.652
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Food debris observed in the 3 basin sink. New Violation.
46.711(b)(c)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Trash observed in bags in the trash storage area rather than in lidded containers. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: The broom and dust pan were observed on the floor rather than hanging on a utility rack. New Violation.
46.981(e)(m)
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: There is no commercial mechanical ventilation over the non-commercial oven/range. Observed 2 - 5 pound packages of frozen raw ground beef in a plastic container of water on the food prep area counter. Also, observed 4 - 2 pound bags of raw cod fillets in the reach in freezer. This facility has a limited affadavit of cooking. However, the maximum capacity for this facility is 34 children. 20 children are enrolled at this time. The limit for the limited affadavit of cooking is 15 children. Therefore, the limited affadavit is null and void. Plans are required for the change in operation. An employee placed the packages of ground beef and cod fillets in a trash bag to be discarded or removed from the facility. *** Discontinue the preparation of raw animal derived foods and only prepare foods that can be reheated in the commercial microwave. *** New Violation.
46.944
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Lene's Childcare last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Lene's Childcare on file is from Jul 15, 2024. The public record contains one inspection in total.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Lene's Childcare means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.