FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DAISY BATES ACADEMY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 21, 2025
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License #4080789
5
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT HAND WASHING SINKS IN MAIN BUILDING WEST FIRST FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM (74.1F), FIRST FLOOR WEST STAFF, OFFICE, PRINCIPAL WASHROOM (74.2-74.6F), WEST SECOND FLOOR GIRLS WASHOOM (74.8F), STAFF WASHROOM 200 (74F). INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE AT LEAST 100F WATER AT ALL HAND WASHING SINKS. PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)
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: OBSERVED TIMED FAUCET NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY IN WASHROOM 200. WATER MUST RUN CONTINUOSLY FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS BEFORE REACTIVATING FAUCET.
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: OBSERVED NO HOT WATER AT RIGHT SINK AND LEAKING DRAINPIPE AT LEFT SINK IN ANNEX GIRLS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM. OBSERVED LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT ANNEX BOYS FIRST FLOOR WASHROOM AND MAIN BUILDING SECOND FLOOR WOMEN STAFF WASHROOM. OBSERVED MISSING CAP ON LEFT HOT WATER FAUCET IN ANNEX SECOND FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM AND RIGHT SINK IN ANNEX SECOND FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR 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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING COVERS ON RECEPTACLES IN ANNEX FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOMS. OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN MAIN BUILDING OFFICE STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL WOMEN AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING COVERS ON RECEPTACLES IN ANNEX FIRST AND SECOND FLOOR STAFF WASHROOMS. OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLES IN MAIN BUILDING OFFICE STAFF WASHROOMS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE COVERED RECEPTACLES IN ALL WOMEN AND UNISEX WASHROOMS.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
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Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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