PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Corliss (H/S) Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 17, 2026
Canvass
License #46391
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 17, 2026. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 7 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #22
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: FOUND TCS FOODS (7 CRATES OF MILK) STORED INSIDE OF THE MILK REACH-IN COOLER AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES. TEMPERATURES RANGED FROM 49.1F-51.4F. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP TCS FOODS AT 41F OR LOWER. PRODUCT WAS REMOVED FROM COOLER TO BE PROPERLY DISCARDED OF IN THE KITCHEN AREA. PRIORITY 7-38-005 NO CITATION ISSUED
Why This Matters
Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.
Food Code Requirement
Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.
Specific Requirements
Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-501.16(A)(1)
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: FOUND THE MILK REACH-IN COOLER NOT ABLE TO MAINTAIN THE REQUIRED TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR LOWER. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE WAS 50.F. UNIT WAS TAGGED AND HELD FOR INSPECTION. INSTRUCTED TO HAVE UNIT SERVICED SO THAT IT HOLDS AN AIR TEMPERATURE OF 41F OR LOWER. PRIORITY 7-38-005
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND A 1/4" GAP UNDERNEATH DOOR #9, MAKING IT NOT RODENT/INSECT PROOFED. INSTRUCTED TO RODENT/INSECT PROOF DOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND THE LARGE CAN OPENER IN THE PREP AREA WITH FOOD AND DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENER.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: FOUND THE MIDDLE WASHBOWL IN THE 1ST FL GIRL'S TOILET ROOM (ACROSS FROM ROOM 171) IN NEED OF RECAULKING. INSTRUCTED TO RECAULK AROUND WASHBOWL AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: FOUND THE HAND-WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA LEAKING FROM THE MIDDLE AND THE COLD WATER KNOB. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKS AND MAINTAIN GOOD 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 HAND-WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA LEAKING FROM THE MIDDLE AND THE COLD WATER KNOB. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAKS AND MAINTAIN GOOD 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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