PASS
Risk 1 (High)
LAZARO CARDENAS ELEMENTARY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 28, 2022
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License #24051
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE SIDE EXIT DOOR OF THE LUNCHROOM IS NOT COMPLETELY RODENT PROOFED AT BOTH BOTTOM CORNERS OF THE DOOR; MUST COMPLETELY RODENT PROOF DOOR TO AVOID PEST ENTRY. PROVIDE A DOOR SWEEP THAT EXTENDS THE FULL LENGTH OF THE DOOR.
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A CLOGGED FLOOR DRAIN IN A STORAGE ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR USED BY THE CUSTODIANS FOR STORAGE OF PRODUCTS OUTSIDE OF THE KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG DRAIN. DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP AT THIS TIME; NO IMMINENT HEALTH HAZARD. INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG AND MAINTAIN DRAIN.
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 A CLOGGED FLOOR DRAIN IN A STORAGE ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR USED BY THE CUSTODIANS FOR STORAGE OF PRODUCTS OUTSIDE OF THE KITCHEN; INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG DRAIN. DRAIN IS NOT BACKING UP AT THIS TIME; NO IMMINENT HEALTH HAZARD. INSTRUCTED TO UNCLOG AND MAINTAIN DRAIN.
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
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