PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
WHITTIER ELEMENTARY Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago School
February 22, 2019
Canvass
License #25861
4
Total Violations
2
Critical
2
Minor
Inspection Summary
This school was inspected by the Chicago Department of Public Health on February 22, 2019. 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 4 violations during this inspection, including 2 critical violations that required immediate attention.
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: PREMISES HAS ARAMARK CLEAN UP PROCEDURES BUT NO DISINFECTANT ON PREMISES, VIREX ll 256, NOR DOES THE ENG. HAVE A WRITTEN POLICY IN THE LUNCH ROOM AREA AND THEY HAVE CHEMICAL, A-456 ll WHICH IS NOT RATED FOR NOROVIRUSES, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER CHEMICAL RATED FOR NOROVIRUSES, ALSO LEAVE COPY OF POLICY AND DISINFECTANT WITH LUNCHROOM MANAGER. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005. NO CITATION ISSUED.
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED A SMALL LEAK IN THE LOWER PIPE AT THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, 3RD COMPARTMENT, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR 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 #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT LUNCHROOM 017, WALL UNDER THE WINDOW, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL 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: OBSERVED PEELING PAINT LUNCHROOM 017, WALL UNDER THE WINDOW, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL 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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