PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
CHRISTOPHER HOUSE Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 25, 2022
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License #3845696
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND NO HOT WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS LOCATED INSIDE THE UNISEX SINGLE RESTROOM LOCATED ON THE 1ST FLOOR CLOSEST TO THE JANITORS CLOSET (RM 114), INSIDE THE 1ST FLOOR UNISEX SINGLE RESTROOM (MIDDLE RESTROOM) CLOSEST TO THE FRONT DESK, AND INSIDE THE 2ND FLOOR GIRLS RESTROOM CLOSEST TO THE ELEVATOR; WATER RANGING FROM 65F-75F. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT ALL HANDWASH SINKS MUST PROVIDE HOT WATER WITH A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100 F AND MAXIMUM OF 120 F. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C). MAINTENANCE WAS ABLE TO ADJUST WATER TEMP BEFORE END OF INSPECTION; ALL SAID SINKS NOW PROVIDE HOT WATER.
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 #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND HANDWASHING SOAP AND PAPERTOWELS INSTALLED AT THE 1-COMPARTMENT PREP/DUMP SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE SOAP AND PAPERTOWELS AND TO ONLY USE 1-COMPARTMENT SINK FOR INTENDED PURPOSE (DISPOSING OF LIQUIDS, ETC.).
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: FOUND THE 1ST SINK FROM THE LEFT INSIDE THE 2ND FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM (CLOSEST TO THE MAIN OFFICE) INOPERABLE. MUST REPAIR SINK 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: FOUND THE 1ST SINK FROM THE LEFT INSIDE THE 2ND FLOOR BOYS RESTROOM (CLOSEST TO THE MAIN OFFICE) INOPERABLE. MUST REPAIR SINK 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
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Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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