FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
O'TOOLE ELEMENTARY Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
December 9, 2022
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License #24801
4
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #2
CRITICAL
Violation Details
CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFCATE POSTED FOR MANAGER. INSTRUCTED TO OBTAIN AND MAINTAIN VERIFICATION ON SITE.
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 #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: FOUND APPROXIMATELY 50 MICE DROPPINGS ON WINDOWSILLS IN KITCHEN, FLOORS NEXT TO KITCHEN RESTROOM, FLOORS UNDER SERVING LINE, BEHIND GREASE TRAP UNDER 3-COMPARTMENT SINK, FLOOR OF 1ST FLOOR MOP CLOSET, AND FLOORS OF CLOSETS IN BOTH PRE-K ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS, AND MAINTAIN. RECOMMEND PEST CONTROL SERVICE PREMISES BEFORE REINSPECTION. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).
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: FOUND RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN GIRL'S 1ST FLOOR RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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: FOUND RIGHT HANDWASHING SINK IN GIRL'S 1ST FLOOR RESTROOM IN POOR REPAIR. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
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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