FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
ALESSANDRO VOLTA ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 13, 2019
Canvass
License #25681
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 13, 2019. 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 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND EXTERIOR RED MODULAR UNIT PRE-K CLASSROOMS (#001,#002) PRE-K WASHROOMS HAND SINKS HOT WATER TEMPERATURE MEASURED (65.9F-72.7F).MUST PROVIDE TEMPERATURE OF WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS MINIMUM 100 F.INSTRUCTED TO USE WASHROOMS IN ANNEX PART OF SCHOOL BUILDING.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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING PLUMBING FIXTURES NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY (1) URINAL IN BOYS WASHROOM IN MAIN BUILDING AND (1) URINAL BOYS WASHROOM IN OUTSIDE ANNEX BUILDING.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING ISSUES AND TO 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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING INSIDE THE GIRL'S WASHROOM 1ST FLOOR AND 3RD FLOOR. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING INSIDE THE GIRL'S WASHROOM 1ST FLOOR AND 3RD FLOOR. MUST SCRAPE PEELING PAINT AND RE PAINT AND MAINTAIN TO SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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