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YOUNG ACHIEVERS ACADEMY Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Children's services facility

YOUNG ACHIEVERS ACADEMY 518-520 E 79TH ST, CHICAGO 60619 Children's Services Facility
April 17, 2025 License License #2215906
5
Total Violations
2
Critical
3
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

5
Violation #10
CRITICAL
ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: NO HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT THE HAND WASHING SINK.
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #47
MINOR
FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: HAND WASHING SINK IN THE KITCHEN AREA NEEDS A SPLASH GUARD/PARTITIONER TO SEPARATE THE SINK FROM THE DISH RACK. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD/PARTITIONER TO SINK TO PREVENT SPLASHING ON TO CLEAN DISHES WHEN WASHING HANDS OR RELOCATE DISH RACK. MAINTAIN SAME.
Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.
All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.
Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.
Violation #51
CRITICAL
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: COLD WATER AT THE LEFT WASH BOWL IN THE KIDS TOILET BY THE KITCHEN PRESSURE IS LOW. INSTRUCTED TO INCREASE THE COLD WATER PRESSURE 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 #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN THE MECHANICAL CLOSETS AND AROUND THE HOT WATER TANK WITH DIRT/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
Violation #55
MINOR
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: FLOORS IN THE MECHANICAL CLOSETS AND AROUND THE HOT WATER TANK WITH DIRT/DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS.
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Building must be maintained in good condition.
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

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