FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
MICHAEL FARADAY ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 22, 2024
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License #24371
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER WITHOUT VALID ORIGINAL CITY OF CHICAGO SANITATION CERTIFICATE WHILE PREPARING AND SERVING TCS FOODS (MILK, YOGURT) INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN AT LEAST ONE CERTIFICATE HOLDER ON SITE AT ALL TIMES AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #-38-012. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Specific Requirements
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11
Violation #10
CRITICAL
Violation Details
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION: GIRLS' TOILET ON 1ST FLOOR @70F, GIRLS' AND BOYS' TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR RANGING BETWEEN 70-73F, AND FACULTY AND STAFF TOILET ROOM 3RD FLOOR TEMPERATURE @66F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL SAID HANDSINKS AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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: OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING HANDSINKS WITHOUT HOT WATER DURING THE TIME OF INSPECTION: GIRLS' TOILET ON 1ST FLOOR @70F, GIRLS' AND BOYS' TOILET ROOM ON 2ND FLOOR RANGING BETWEEN 70-73F, AND FACULTY AND STAFF TOILET ROOM 3RD FLOOR TEMPERATURE @66F. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL SAID HANDSINKS AT LEAST 100F. PRIORITY VIOLATION. #7-38-030 (C). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection