FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
UPLIFT Community AT ARAI Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 27, 2025
Canvass
License #26861
3
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 27, 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 1 critical violation that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
3
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR LOW (COLD) WATER PRESSURE AT HAND SINK BEHIND THE SERVING LINE (ACROSS THE KITCHEN).
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 #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED WASTEWATER OVERFLOWING FROM THE TOP/SIDE OF GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. (MANAGER SLOWLY RELEASING WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT TO PREVENT WASTE WATER TO OVERFLOW FROM THE TOP OF THE GREASE BOX). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Violation #52
MAJOR
Violation Details
SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED - Comments: OBSERVED WASTEWATER OVERFLOWING FROM THE TOP/SIDE OF GREASE BOX UNDERNEATH THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK WHEN WATER IS RELEASED FROM ONE COMPARTMENT OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK. (MANAGER SLOWLY RELEASING WATER FROM ONE COMPARTMENT TO PREVENT WASTE WATER TO OVERFLOW FROM THE TOP OF THE GREASE BOX). INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, REPAIR, AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C)
Why This Matters
Improper disposal contaminates environment and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All waste water must be properly disposed.
Specific Requirements
Discharge to approved sewer; No dumping outside; Grease trap maintained; No floor draining to exterior.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-402.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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