FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JOHN C. BURROUGHS ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
March 13, 2025
Canvass
License #22481
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on March 13, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail 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 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINKS IN ALL BOYS AND GIRLS' RESTROOMS AND STAFF TOILET. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN HANDWASHING SIGNAGE AT ALL HANDSINKS AT ALL TIMES.
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 #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED STOPPED AT THIRD COMPARTMENT ON THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY WORKING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Violation #47
MINOR
Violation Details
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED STOPPED AT THIRD COMPARTMENT ON THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK NOT PROPERLY WORKING. INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-101.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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