PASS
Risk 1 (High)
BASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
August 27, 2025
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License #22161
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND THE FAUCET KNOB OF THE BOYS WASHROOM (RIGHT SIDE) SINK IN POOR REPAIR AND THE FAUCET KNOB OF THE GIRLS WASHROOM (RIGHT SIDE) SINK IN POOR REPAIR IN WASHROOMS OUTSIDE OF THE LUNCHROOM; INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR. TWO SINKS LOCATED IN BOTH (WASHROOMS)
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: THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND REACH IN COOLER IS IN POOR REPAIR/BUCKLING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOOR SURFACE. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING AREA LEADING TO THE WASHROOMS IN THE AUDITORIUM; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT AREA. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING AND WALLS OF THE WASHROOMS IN THE AUDITORIUM; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT.
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: THE FLOORS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA BETWEEN THE PREP TABLE AND REACH IN COOLER IS IN POOR REPAIR/BUCKLING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN A SMOOTH AND EASILY CLEANABLE FLOOR SURFACE. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING AREA LEADING TO THE WASHROOMS IN THE AUDITORIUM; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT AREA. OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING AND WALLS OF THE WASHROOMS IN THE AUDITORIUM; INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND REPAINT.
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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CDPH Food Protection