PASS
Risk 1 (High)
HOLY CROSS HOSPITAL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Hospital
July 16, 2025
Canvass
License #2205578
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This hospital was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on July 16, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass 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 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED FOOD ITEM (TUNA) IN CONTAINER LEFT UNCOVERED IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE FOOD GRADE LIDS/COVERINGS.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING HANDWASH SINK IN EMPLOYEE WOMEN WASHROOM AND SLOW DRAINING HANDWASH SINK NEAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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: OBSERVED SLOW DRAINING HANDWASH SINK IN EMPLOYEE WOMEN WASHROOM AND SLOW DRAINING HANDWASH SINK NEAR PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CORRECT.
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