FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
JOSEPH GARY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 12, 2021
Canvass
License #23311
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: HANDWASH SINK AT SERVING LINE WITH HOT WATER TEMPERATURE OVER MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE, 160F, COLD WATER FAUCET HANDLE IS INOPERABLE. ALSO HANDWASH SINKS (SINGLE FAUCET WITH MIXING VALVES) IN BOY STUDENTS TOILET ROOMS 2ND AND 3RD FLOOR, OVER MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE, 130F-140F. INSTD TO MAINTAIN PROPER HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE OF 100F-120F AT ALL TIMES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 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 #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HOT RUNNING WATER AT HANDWASH SINKS IN ALL OF THE FOOD STAFF/TEACHERS TOILET ROOMS AND AT THE HANDSINKS IN THE GIRLS STUDENTS TOILET ROOMS, TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 65F-72F. INSTD TO PROVIDE PROPER HOT RUNNING WATER UNDER CITY PRESSURE RANING FROM 100F-120F. PRIORITY 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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MISSING COVERS ON RECEPTACLES IN ALL FEMALE TOILET ROOMS (STAFF AND STUDENTS). INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVERS
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MISSING COVERS ON RECEPTACLES IN ALL FEMALE TOILET ROOMS (STAFF AND STUDENTS). INSTD TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN COVERS
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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