PASS
Risk 1 (High)
WESTCOTT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Passes Health Inspection - Chicago School
October 11, 2019
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License #26381
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: THE 1-COMPARTMENT SINK IN THE KITCHEN PREPARATION AREA LEAKS UNDERNEATH AT THE PIPE. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAK AND MAINTAIN THE PLUMBING. -THE FIRST URINAL IN THE 1ST FL BOYS TOILET ROOM DOES NOT WORK AND IS HOLDING FOUL WASTE INSIDE OF IT. INSTRUCTED TO FIX AND MAINTAIN.
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: FOUND THE STAFF TOILET ROOM IN THE KITCHEN AREA WITHOUT A TRASH RECEPTACLE WITH A COVER/LID. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A RECEPTACLE WITH A COVER/LID TO THE KITCHEN'S STAFF TOILET ROOM. MAINTAIN SAME.
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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE KITCHEN AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: THE INTERIOR OF THE FLOOR DRAINS IN THE KITCHEN AREA WITH DIRT AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection