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IT TAKES A VILLAGE AT RIVER CITY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility
IT TAKES A VILLAGE AT RIVER CITY
(AKA: VILLAGE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY)
800 S WELLS ST, CHICAGO 60607
Children's Services Facility
March 29, 2022
License
License #2216000
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SINK LOCATED NEAR FOOD SERVING LINE. HAND WASHING SINK MUST BE CONVENIENTLY LOCATED BY EMPLOYEES IN ALL FOOD DISPENSING, FOOD PREPARATION AND WAREWASHING AREAS. ALSO COULD REMOVE HOT HOLDING SERVING LINE FROM COMMON AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. 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 #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED WATER TRICKLING AT HOT AND COLD WATER FAUCET AT WASHBOWL(FAR LEFT). MUST REPAIR.
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 WATER TRICKLING AT HOT AND COLD WATER FAUCET AT WASHBOWL(FAR LEFT). MUST REPAIR.
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
Report Issues
Call 311 or File Online
More Information
CDPH Food Protection