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ACADEMY OF ST. BENEDICT Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

ACADEMY OF ST. BENEDICT 6020 S LAFLIN, CHICAGO 60636 School
February 4, 2025 Canvass Re-Inspection License #5977
8
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

8
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 6-301.14 : MUST PROVIDE A HAND WASHING SIGN AT HAND SINK IN 3RD FL. BOY'S.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER FOR HAND WASHING IN 2ND FL. BOY'S BOTH SINKS,3RD FL. BOY'S & GIRL'S.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK IN 3RD FL. GIRL'S,MISSING FAUCET HANDLES AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. GIRL'S.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: : 6-202.15 : OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF BREAK ROOM EXIT DOOR MUST MAKE TIGHT FITTING.
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: 4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE 2ND FL. GIRL'S FIRST TOILET ROOM STALL DOOR LOCK.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 : MUST PROVIDE GARBAGE CANS WITH LIDS IN 2ND & 3RD FL. GIRL'S TOILET ROOMS.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE CHIPPING PAINT ON CEILING IN PRE-K CUBBY AREA,1ST & 2ND FL. GIRL'S & 3RD FL. BOY'S.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN BOTH LUNCHROOMS,DAMAMGED CEILING IN 2ND FL. BOY'S,HOLE IN WALL NEAR HAND SINK IN 2ND FL. GIRL'S.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: 6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED FLOOR TILES IN BOTH LUNCHROOMS,DAMAMGED CEILING IN 2ND FL. BOY'S,HOLE IN WALL NEAR HAND SINK IN 2ND FL. GIRL'S.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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