FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
BENITO JUAREZ COMMUNITY ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 27, 2022
Canvass
License #2915819
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 27, 2022. 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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: 5-103.11(B) OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT WATER AT THE HAND WASHING SINKS IN THE PREP AREA AND IN THE EMPLOYEE'S AND ALL OF THE STUDENT TOILET ROOMS, AND AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, AT THE TIME OF THE INSPECTION HOT WATER AT ALL SINKS RANGED BETWEEN 64F-70F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOT WATER AT ALL SINKS AT ALL TIMES, HOT WATER MUST MAINTAIN AT LEAST 110F AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK AND AT LEAST 100F AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS IN ALL PREP AREAS AND ALL TOILET ROOMS AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 5-204.12 UNABLE TO LOCATE THE BACK FLOW PREVENTION DEVICE ON THE ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED TO LOCATE OR PROVIDE.
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 #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LID NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER ALLOW THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER TO OVERFLOW AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN LIDS TIGHT FITTING.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Violation #54
MAJOR
Violation Details
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: 5-501.15 OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER OVERFLOWING WITH CARDBOARD BOXES AND OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LID NOT TIGHT FITTING. INSTRUCTED TO NEVER ALLOW THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER TO OVERFLOW AND ALWAYS MAINTAIN LIDS TIGHT FITTING.
Why This Matters
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Food Code Requirement
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Specific Requirements
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-501.111
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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