PASS W/ CONDITIONS Risk 1 (High)

Irene C. Hernandez Middle School Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School

Irene C. Hernandez Middle School 3510 W 55th ST, CHICAGO 60632 School
September 15, 2025 Canvass License #1980651
1
Total Violations
1
Critical

Inspection Summary

This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on September 15, 2025. 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 1 violation during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.

Violation Categories

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

1
Violation #5
CRITICAL
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: MISSING PROCEDURE AND EFFECTIVE SANITIZER FOR NOROVIRUS. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROCEDURE AND NECESSARY SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections