FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 13, 2019
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License #22801
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #40
MINOR
Violation Details
PERSONAL CLEANLINESS - Comments: ALL FOOD HANDLERS MUST WEAR A HAIR RESTRAINT.
Why This Matters
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food Code Requirement
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Specific Requirements
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-303.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE 1 AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE PREPARATION AREA IS LOW. AT THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IT'S EXTREMELY LOW AND IF YOU TURN ON MORE THAN 1 FAUCET AT A TIME THEN IT'S PRACTICALLY JUST DRIPPING OUT WATER. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THOSE SINKS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(c) NO CITATION ISSUED
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: FOUND THE LEFT WASHBOWL (2TOTAL) IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM (CLOSEST TO THE CAFETERIA) WITH EXTREMELY LOW PRESSURE AND THE HOT WATER KNOB MISSING OFF OF THE RIGHT WASHBOWL. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AND PROVIDE THE KNOB TO THE FAUCET. MAINTAIN PLUMBING.
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 LEFT WASHBOWL (2TOTAL) IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM (CLOSEST TO THE CAFETERIA) WITH EXTREMELY LOW PRESSURE AND THE HOT WATER KNOB MISSING OFF OF THE RIGHT WASHBOWL. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AND PROVIDE THE KNOB TO THE FAUCET. MAINTAIN PLUMBING.
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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CDPH Food Protection