PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Skinner Branch (Sousa) Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
January 30, 2023
Canvass
License #70232
3
Total Violations
2
Critical
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on January 30, 2023. The inspection type was "Canvass" and resulted in a Pass w/ Conditions 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 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #36
MINOR
Violation Details
THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED NO METAL STEM PROBE THERMOMETER ON THE PREMISES CAPABLE OF TAKING HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. MANAGEMENT MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER TO TAKE HOT AND COLD FOOD TEMPERATURES. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. MANAGEMENT OBTAINED A METAL STEM THERMOMETER FROM THE MAIN SCHOOL BRANCH, AND IT IS NOW ON SITE.
Why This Matters
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Food Code Requirement
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
Specific Requirements
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-303.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR. OBSERVED THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT COMPARTMENT SLOWLY DRAINING WHEN THE DRAIN STOPPER IS CLOSED. MUST REPAIR GASKET/DRAIN PLUG SO THE SINK NO LONGER SLOWLY DRAINS.
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: OBSERVED A LEAKY FAUCET BASE AT THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK. MUST REPAIR. OBSERVED THE THREE-COMPARTMENT SINK LEFT COMPARTMENT SLOWLY DRAINING WHEN THE DRAIN STOPPER IS CLOSED. MUST REPAIR GASKET/DRAIN PLUG SO THE SINK NO LONGER SLOWLY DRAINS.
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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