FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Harte Elementary Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 14, 2025
Canvass
License #23561
3
Total Violations
3
Critical
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 14, 2025. 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 3 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: FOUND THE TEMPERATURE OF THE WATER AT THE HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOMS IN THE BASEMENT OF THE BUILDING AT 65F (BOYS) AND 37F (GIRLS); INSTRUCTED TO ADJUST TEMPERATURE TO MAINTAIN A MINIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 100F IN BOTH WASHROOMS. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C); NO CITATION ISSUED (CPS SCHOOL)
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: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FAUCET TIMERS MUST STAY ON FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 SECONDS DURING HANDWASHING; ADJUST FAUCETS WITH TIMERS AS NEEDED.
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: INSTRUCTED THAT ALL FAUCET TIMERS MUST STAY ON FOR A MINIMUM OF 15 SECONDS DURING HANDWASHING; ADJUST FAUCETS WITH TIMERS AS NEEDED.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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