FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Senn High School Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
September 26, 2023
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License #47061
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Major
1
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED 12 RODENT DROPPINGS THROUGHOUT THE KITCHEN, INCLUDING IN THE LOCKER AREA NEAR THE STAFF TOILET ROOM, BEHIND OVENS, AND THE STORAGE AREA ADJACENT TO OFFICE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SERVICE ALL AREAS AFFECTED BY PESTS. 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 #49
MINOR
Violation Details
NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HEAVY CALCIUM BUILD UP IN ICE MACHINE. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN.
Why This Matters
Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.
Food Code Requirement
All surfaces must be kept clean.
Specific Requirements
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11, 4-602.13
Violation #50
CRITICAL
Violation Details
HOT & COLD WATER AVAILABLE; ADEQUATE PRESSURE - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE IN BOY'S 3RD-FLOOR TOILET ROOM AND ADJACENT STAFF TOILET ROOM ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BUILDING. WHEN HOT WATER IS RUN, WATER DRIPS OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE FOR ALL FIXTURES REQUIRING WATER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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 INADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE IN BOY'S 3RD-FLOOR TOILET ROOM AND ADJACENT STAFF TOILET ROOM ON THE WEST SIDE OF THE BUILDING. WHEN HOT WATER IS RUN, WATER DRIPS OUT. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE WATER PRESSURE FOR ALL FIXTURES REQUIRING WATER. PRIORITY VIOLATION 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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