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MOUNT GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School

MOUNT GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY 10841 S Homan (3400W), CHICAGO 60655 School
September 8, 2025 Canvass License #24591
6
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE LOCATED IN THE STAFF TOILET ROOM IN THE ANNEX BUILDING. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
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.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE WALK IN FREEZER UNIT NEAR THE EXIT DOOR IN THE KITCHEN AREA NOT WORKING WITH DOOR OPEN. INSTRUCTED THAT ANY NON USED EQUIPMENT MUST BE REMOVED. IN THE CASE OF THE FREEZER UNIT IT ***MUST BE REPAIRED AND IN GOOD OPERATIING CONDITIONS*** AS A MEANS OF MAINTAINING PROPER AND SAFE FOOD PRACTICES.
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 #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT THE REAR FOOD PREP AREA AND FRONT FOOD SERVICE AREA WITH A BUILD OF DIRT AND SMALL DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS.
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: OBSERVED A LEAK AT THE SINK AT THE FAR END OF THE LUNCH ROOM BY THE EXIT WITH THE DOUBLE DOORS... ALSO OBSERVED THE RIGHT COLD WATER FAUCET BROKEN IN THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM LOCATEDAT THE END OF THE HALL BETWEEN ROOM 102 AND 104 AND THE LEFT HOT WATER FAUCET NEEDS PROPER ADJUSTING... OBSERVED THE STAFF TOILET ROOM RIGHT NEXT TO THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM WITH A LEAKING HOT WATER KNOB... ALSO OBSERVED IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM BY ROOM 103 THE LEFT SINK LEAKING IN NEED OF REPAIR... THE BOYS TOILET ROOM BY ROOM 116 HOT WATER KNOB LEAKING... INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN ALL AREAS IN GOOD WORKING CONDITION.
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 #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE STAFF TOILET ROOM RIGHT NEXT TO THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE STAFF TOILET ROOM RIGHT NEXT TO THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM IN NEED OF A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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