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KIPP BLOOM COLLEGE PREP Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

KIPP BLOOM COLLEGE PREP (AKA: KIPP BLOOM COLLEGE PREP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) 5515 S LOWE, CHICAGO 60621 School
March 11, 2025 Canvass License #3306130
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
4
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: CAN OPENERS IN THE KITCHEN AREA WITH FOOD/DIRT BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CAN OPENERS.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE FOLLOWING SINKS MUST BE REPAIRED: -THE 2 MIDDLE SINKS IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM IN HOUSE 2 DOES NOT STAY OPEN LONG ENOUGH FOR ADEQUATE HAND WASHING. -INCREASE THE WATER PRESSURE AT THE LAST TWO HAND SINKS IN THE TOILET ROOM BY HOUSE 3 LUNCHROOM.
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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: CEILING TILES/VENTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA WITH DIRT/DUST BUILD UP. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN. -FLOORS IN THE CORNERS AND UNDER/AROUND THE HEAVY EQUIPMENT WITH DIRT/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN 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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: WATER STAINED/MISSING/DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN, STORAGE AREA AND LUNCHROOM IN HOUSE 3 AND 4. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/PROVIDE DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.
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: WATER STAINED/MISSING/DAMAGED CEILING TILES IN THE KITCHEN, STORAGE AREA AND LUNCHROOM IN HOUSE 3 AND 4. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE/PROVIDE DAMAGED AND MISSING CEILING TILES. MAINTAIN SAME.
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.

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