PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Hitch Elementary School Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 6, 2023
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License #23811
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: NO ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. INSTRUCTED MUST HAVE ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD MANAGER CERTIFICATE ON PREMISES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT PIPE LEAKING. MUST 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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: 3-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT SIDE COMPARTMENT PIPE LEAKING. MUST 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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection