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WELLS PREP Fails Health Inspection - Chicago School

WELLS PREP (AKA: IDA B WELLS) 249 E 37TH ST, CHICAGO 60653 School
January 8, 2024 Canvass License #3240688
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
3
Major
1
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER KNOB LEAKING AT THE BASE AT THE 3 COMP SINK. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: OBSERVED THE KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM DOOR NOT SELF CLOSING. MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A SELF CLOSING DEVICE AS REQUIRED.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #53
MAJOR
TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN THE FIXTURES IN THE KITCHEN STAFF WASHROOM.
Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.
Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.
Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED 2 OF THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LIDS IN POOR REPAIR (ONE W/LID MISSING AND THE OTHER W/LID BENT IN WON'T CLOSE PROPERLY). ALLOWING POSSIBLE ACCESS TO FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PROIRITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B)
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.
Violation #54
MAJOR
GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED 2 OF THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER LIDS IN POOR REPAIR (ONE W/LID MISSING AND THE OTHER W/LID BENT IN WON'T CLOSE PROPERLY). ALLOWING POSSIBLE ACCESS TO FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. PROIRITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B)
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.
Refuse must be properly contained and removed.
Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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More Information CDPH Food Protection
Data sourced from Chicago Open Data Portal - Chicago Department of Public Health inspections