FAIL
Risk 2 (Medium)
ST. THOMAS OF CANTERBURY SCHOOL Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
April 19, 2021
Canvass Re-Inspection
License #3638635
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on April 19, 2021. The inspection type was "Canvass Re-Inspection" and resulted in a Fail outcome.
This establishment is classified as Risk 2 (Medium), which determines the inspection frequency and focus areas.
The inspector documented 4 violations during this inspection, including 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: 3-305.11 WRAPPED BACK(FACING WINDOW) WASTE PIPE ABOVE CHEST MILK COOLER IN THE PREP AREA IS BROKEN. MUST BE ENCASED. SURFACE MUST BE SMOOTH CLEANABLE AND NON-ABSORBENT SURFACE.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED NO PLUMBED HANDWASHING SINK IN COOKING AREA. MUST INSTALL EXPOSED HANDWASHING SINK WITH HOT AND COLD RUNNING WATER SOAP AND PAPER TOWELS. PORTABLE HANDWASHING SINK ON-SITE WITHOUT DOB APPROVAL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
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 #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 FOUND SMALL RECEPTACLES INSIDE EACH STALL IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM WITHOUT LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS AT MENTIONED AREA.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Violation #53
MAJOR
Violation Details
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: 5-501.17 FOUND SMALL RECEPTACLES INSIDE EACH STALL IN WOMEN'S WASHROOM WITHOUT LIDS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE LIDS AT MENTIONED AREA.
Why This Matters
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Food Code Requirement
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-302.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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