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ITW DAVID SPEER ACADEMY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Charter school

ITW DAVID SPEER ACADEMY 5321 W GRAND AVE, CHICAGO 60639 CHARTER SCHOOL
October 14, 2022 License License #2851442
6
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: NOTED LOW WATER PRESSURE AT 1 OUT OF THE 3 HANDWASHING SINKS (LEFT SIDE) IN THE 2ND FLOOR GIRLS WASHROOM. MUST REPAIR AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: FOUND NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLE INSIDE THE 1ST FLOOR AND 2ND FLOOR UNISEX WASHROOMS. MUST PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FOUND UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN THE KITCHEN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REMOVE ALL UNNECESSARY ITEMS, REORGANIZE REMAINING ARTICLES AND STORE OFF FLOOR TO ALLOW FOR ADEQUATE FACILITY CLEANING.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: NOTED THE BASE COVING NEAR THE WALK-IN COOLER PEELING OFF WALL. MUST REATTACH BASE COVING AND MAINTAIN.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE BOTH VENTILATION HOODS. MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.
Violation #56
MINOR
ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED - Comments: OBSERVED BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS INSIDE BOTH VENTILATION HOODS. MUST REPLACE BURNED OUT LIGHTS AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING.
Poor ventilation causes condensation and grease buildup; inadequate lighting hides contamination.
Proper ventilation and lighting required throughout.
Ventilation prevents condensation; Adequate lighting for operations; Fixtures shielded; Hoods over cooking equipment.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
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