FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ACERO JOVITA IDAR CHARTER SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 17, 2026
Canvass
License #3759896
5
Total Violations
4
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 17, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 5 violations during this inspection, including 4 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES RANGING BETWEEN 73.4-82.6F AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS, OBSERVED IMPROPER MINIMUM WATER TEMPERATURES AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN THIRD FLOOR BOY'S AND GIRL'S, SECOND FLOOR BOY'S AND FIRST FLOOR BOY'S AND GIRL'S WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED A HANDWASHING SINK SHALL BE EQUIPPED TO PROVIDE WATER AT A TEMPERATURE OF AT LEAST 100F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C) NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Food Code Requirement
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.12, 6-301.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED OPENING AT BASE OF EXIT DOOR #12. INSTRUCTED TO SEAL ALL OUTER OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRANCE.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #48
CRITICAL
Violation Details
WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE, OBSERVED TEMPERATURE OF THE WASH SOLUTION IN HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE OF 142F. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE, WASH SOLUTION TEMPERATURE OF SAID HIGH TEMPERATURE DISH MACHINE THAT USES HOT WATER TO SANITIZE MAY NOT BE LESS THAN 160F. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-025 NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Cannot verify sanitization without test strips, risking contaminated equipment.
Food Code Requirement
Warewashing facilities must be properly equipped and supplied.
Specific Requirements
3-compartment sink or dishwasher; Test strips for sanitizer; Thermometers for water temperature; Adequate drainboards; Proper detergents.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-302.14
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS. OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT RIGHT SINK IN THIRD FLOOR BOY'S WASHRROM, LEFT SINK GIRL'S THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM AND LEFT SINK SECOND FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE TO SAID HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT HANDWASHING SINKS IN STUDENT WASHROOMS. OBSERVED NO WATER PRESSURE AT RIGHT SINK IN THIRD FLOOR BOY'S WASHRROM, LEFT SINK GIRL'S THIRD FLOOR WASHROOM AND LEFT SINK SECOND FLOOR GIRL'S WASHROOM.INSTRUCTED TO RESTORE WATER PRESSURE TO SAID HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAID WASHROOMS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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