FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Richards HS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
November 21, 2025
Canvass
License #53051
3
Total Violations
3
Critical
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on November 21, 2025. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 1 (High), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 3 violations during this inspection, including 3 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON SITE DURING TIME OF INSPECTION. NOTED APPROXIMATELY 12 SMALL RODENT DROPPINGS ON FLOOR SCATTERED UNDER WIRED SHELVING RACKS IN DRY STORAGE ROOM RECOMMENDED TO CONTACT PEST CONTROL FOR ADDITIONAL SERVICE, REMOVE DROPPINGS, CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAID AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION. #7-38-020 (A). NO CITATION ISSUED.
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 #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED SERVICE LINE HANDSINK HOT WATER PRESSURE INADEQUATE FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATON. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED SERVICE LINE HANDSINK HOT WATER PRESSURE INADEQUATE FOR PROPER HANDWASHING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATON. #7-38-030 (c). NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Without proper water temperatures, cannot sanitize or clean properly.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate hot and cold running water required.
Specific Requirements
Hot water 120°F minimum at fixtures; Cold water available; Sufficient pressure; From approved source.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-103.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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