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Barton Elementary School

7650 S Wolcott (1900w)

Last inspected Jun 5, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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9 inspections

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jun 5, 2026

Pass

1 recorded violation

notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

Violation Codes: 5-205.15 Inspector Comments: OBSERVED THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND SINKS IN THE TEACHERS WASHROOM VERY LOW. MUST PROVIDE BETTER PRESSURE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jun 5, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass

May 29, 2026

Fail

5 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED 30 MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED ON THE SHELVING INSIDE THE STORAGE CADINET UNDERNEATH THE SERVING LINE. MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS, SANITIZE AFFECTED AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(A).

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST CLEAN THE INTERIOR BOTTOM SHELVING OF THE REACH IN FREEZER IN THE DINING AREA AND THE INTERIOR OF DAIRY COOLER ON THE SERVING LINE,TO REMOVE SPILLS AND/OR DEBRIS. ALSO CLEAN THE FLOORS INSIDE THE WALK IN COOLER TO REMOVE SPILLS AND DEBRIS.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 51Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE HOT WATER PRESSURE AT THE HAND SINKS IN THE TEACHERS WASHROOM VERY LOW. MUST PROVIDE BETTER PRESSURE FOR PROPER HAND WASHING.

In plain English

The business had issues with hot or cold running water, plumbing, drains, backflow prevention, or sewage disposal. Some of these, like no hot water, can force a temporary closure until fixed.

More about water, plumbing, or sewage problems
notedCode 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTERS IN POOR REPAIR (MISSING LIDS) AND OVER FLOWING WITH TRASH AND DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR/REPLACE LIDS AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE BELOW THE RIM LINE TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ACCESS TO FOOD SOURCE FOR PESTS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION #7-38-020(B)

In plain English

Floors, walls, ceilings, lighting, ventilation, or garbage areas needed repair or cleaning. These are usually less urgent than food-handling problems but still need to be fixed.

More about building upkeep issues
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENINGS ALONG THE WALL BASE BACK WALL IN THE DINING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL HOLES AND OPENING TO PREVENT POSSIBLE ENTRY POINTS FOR PESTS

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, May 29, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Aug 25, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Aug 25, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Feb 19, 2025

Fail

3 recorded violations

notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF PRE-K 113 EXIT DOOR.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN AND CRACKED CONCRETE FLOOR AT WALK IN COOLER AND FREEZER,LOOSE WALL BASES IN CHEMICAL/PAPER STORAGE,HOLE IN FLOOR BEHIND LARGE STORAGE CABINET IN LUNCH ROOM,PRE- K 113-LOOSE WALL BASE BEHIND LARGE FILE CABINET ,PRE-K 115 STAINED CEILING TILE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 59Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2610744 1/17/25 NOT CORRECTED#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,KITCHEN STAFF BREAKROOM,KITCHEN-UNDERNEATH STEAMER,IN BETWEEN OVENS AND WHERE NEEDED,LUNCHROOM.PRE-K 113.LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM.(PRIORITY 7-42-090)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 19, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 17, 2025

Fail

5 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

6-301.14 : MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. BOY'S (ANNEX).1ST FL. BOY'S (MAIN),2ND FL STAFF(MAIN),3RD FL. (MAIN).

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

6-202.15 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF PRE-K 113 EXIT DOOR.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

4-501.11 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER ACROSS FROM HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 115 CLOSET.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

8-404.13(B:4) Inspector Comments: PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2588309 1/17/24 NOT CORRECTED#10- 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER FOR HAND WASHING MAIN BUILDING-1ST FL. BOY'S,2ND FL. (HOT) GIRL'S,3RD FL. GIRL'S MIDDLE SINK(HOT) AND (COLD) LAST SINK.PRIMARY 2ND FL. STAFF (COLD)MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.#39-3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. #53-5-501.17 : OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM.#55-6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN LUNCH ROOM,PRE-K 113 CLOSET AND CLASSROOM AND PRE-K 115 CLASSROOM.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,KITCHEN STAFF BREAKROOM,KITCHEN-UNDERNEATH STEAMER,IN BETWEEN OVENS AND WHERE NEEDED,LUNCHROOM.PRE-K 113.STAINED CEILING TILES IN -KITCHEN.LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Jan 10, 2025

Fail

5 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

MUST PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNS AT HAND SINKS IN 1ST FL. BOY'S (ANNEX).1ST FL. BOY'S (MAIN),2ND FL STAFF(MAIN),3RD FL. (MAIN).

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF PRE-K 113 EXIT DOOR.

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKET ON 1- DOOR REACH IN COOLER ACROSS FROM HAND WASHING SINK IN PREP AREA.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE OR ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K 115 CLOSET.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 60Other

Official wording

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATION CORRECTED

Inspector’s notes

PREVIOUS CORE VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #2588309 1/17/24 NOT CORRECTED#10- 5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER FOR HAND WASHING MAIN BUILDING-1ST FL. BOY'S,2ND FL. (HOT) GIRL'S,3RD FL. GIRL'S MIDDLE SINK(HOT) AND (COLD) LAST SINK.PRIMARY 2ND FL. STAFF (COLD)MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.#39-3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.#49-4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE. #53-5-501.17 : OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM.#55-6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN LUNCH ROOM,PRE-K 113 CLOSET AND CLASSROOM AND PRE-K 115 CLASSROOM.#55-6-201.13 : MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,KITCHEN STAFF BREAKROOM,KITCHEN-UNDERNEATH STEAMER,IN BETWEEN OVENS AND WHERE NEEDED,LUNCHROOM.PRE-K 113.STAINED CEILING TILES IN -KITCHEN.LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-42-090)

In plain English

An issue that does not fit the common categories. Check the official wording for details.

More about other finding

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 10, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 22, 2024

Pass

6 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12 (B-D) : MUST ADJUST PRE-K 113-LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE AT TALL HAND SINK IN CLASSROOM,PRIMARY BUILDING-1ST FL. BOY'S LOW HOT WATER PRESSURE .MUST ADJUST FAUCET HANDLES TO STAY ON LONGER FOR HAND WASHING MAIN BUILDING-1ST FL. BOY'S,2ND FL. (HOT) GIRL'S,3RD FL. GIRL'S MIDDLE SINK(HOT) AND (COLD) LAST SINK.PRIMARY 2ND FL. STAFF (COLD)MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PRE-K ROOM 113 & 115 REFRIGERATORS

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17 : OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM,PRIMARY BUILDING- 2ND FL. STAFF.MAIN BUILDING - 2ND FL. GIRL'S MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

: 6-501.114 : MUST ELEVATE,REMOVE AND ORGANIZE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN LUNCH ROOM,PRE-K 113 CLOSET AND CLASSROOM AND PRE-K 115 CLASSROOM.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 22, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Jan 17, 2024

Fail

9 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

5-202.12 (A) :STILL OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS OF PRE-K 113 AT 57.2F AND PRE-K 115- NO RUNNING WATER AT ALL MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F. INSTRUCTED TO USE ADDITIONAL TOILET ROOMS ON SITE OUTSIDE OF CLASS ROOM .MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

4-204.112(B) : MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PRE-K ROOM 113 & 115 REFRIGERATORS

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

6-501.111 : OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN-ON FLOOR NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER,ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE,ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET,ON LOWER SHELF OF 1- COMPARTMENT SINK.DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA-ON FLOOR NEXT TO SAFE AND SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS.CHEMICAL/PAPER GOODS-ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS.SERVING LINE-AT HOT HOLDING UNIT AND STORAGE SHELF.LUNCHROOM-ON WOOD CRATE PACKAGING OF SCOREBOARD.PRE-K ROOM 113 CLOSET BEHIND DOOR.PRE-K 115-ON FLOOR BEHIND MUSIC CABINET,ON TOP OF RADIATOR COVER,ON FLOOR IN LIBRARY AREA,UNDERNEATH WATER FOUNTAIN.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/12/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

More about signs of rodents or insects
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

4-101.19 : MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

4-601.11(C) : MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.16 : MUST SCRAPE AND PAINT CHIPPING PAINT ON WALLS IN LUNCHROOM.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

3-307.11 : MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

5-501.17 : OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM,PRIMARY BUILDING- 2ND FL. STAFF.MAIN BUILDING - 2ND FL. GIRL'S MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Inspector’s notes

2-102.14(O) : OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 17, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

Jan 12, 2024

Fail

9 recorded violations

notedCode 3Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO SIGNED EMPLOYEES HEALTH POLICIES MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-010)

In plain English

A required permit, food safety certificate, trained manager, or posted sign was missing or not current. These show the business is following the rules and has trained staff.

More about paperwork, training, or posting issues
notedCode 39Contamination

Official wording

CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY

Inspector’s notes

MUST PROVIDE A SPLASH GUARD BETWEEN HAND SINK AND 3- COMPARTMENT SINK DRAINBOARD.

In plain English

Food was stored or handled in a way that could let germs or other material get into it, such as raw meat stored above ready-to-eat food or uncovered food. Cross-contamination is a common cause of foodborne illness.

More about food not protected from contamination
notedCode 47Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

Inspector’s notes

MUST ELIMINATE CRATES USED FOR FOOD STORAGE IN WALK IN FREEZER AND DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA AND PROVIDE ADEQUATE SHELVING UNITS.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 53Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO COVERED RECEPTACLE IN KITCHEN STAFF TOILET ROOM,PRIMARY BUILDING- 2ND FL. STAFF.MAIN BUILDING - 2ND FL. GIRL'S MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED AND MISSING FLOOR TILES IN DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,KITCHEN STAFF BREAKROOM,KITCHEN-UNDERNEATH STEAMER,IN BETWEEN OVENS AND WHERE NEEDED,LUNCHROOM.PRE-K 113.STAINED CEILING TILES IN -DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA,KITCHEN,CHEMICAL/PAPER STORAGE AREA.LOOSE AND DAMAGED WALL BASES IN LUNCH ROOM.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

More about cleaning or sanitizing problems
notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED HOT RUNNING WATER TEMPERATURE AT HAND SINKS IN TOILET ROOMS OF PRE-K 113 AT 74.1F AND PRE-K 115- AT 71.4F MUST HAVE HOT RUNNING WATER AT 100.0F. MUST REPAIR AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY 7-38-030(C)

In plain English

Staff were not washing their hands when required, or a handwashing sink was blocked, missing soap or paper towels, or used for something else. Hands are one of the most common ways germs reach food.

More about handwashing problems
notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

MUST PROVIDE A THERMOMETER FOR PRE-K ROOM 113 & 115 REFRIGERATORS.

In plain English

Equipment, utensils, thermometers, cutting boards, or single-use items were not in good condition, not the right type, or not stored properly.

More about equipment or utensil issues
notedCode 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS IN KITCHEN-ON FLOOR NEXT TO WALK IN COOLER,ON FLOOR BEHIND ICE MACHINE,ON FLOOR NEXT TO FILE CABINET,ON LOWER SHELF OF 1- COMPARTMENT SINK.DRY FOOD STORAGE AREA-ON FLOOR NEXT TO SAFE AND SCATTERED ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS.CHEMICAL/PAPER GOODS-ON FLOOR UNDERNEATH SHELVING UNITS.SERVING LINE-AT HOT HOLDING UNIT AND STORAGE SHELF.LUNCHROOM-ON WOOD CRATE PACKAGING OF SCOREBOARD.PRE-K ROOM 113 CLOSET BEHIND DOOR.PRE-K 115-ON FLOOR BEHIND MUSIC CABINET,ON TOP OF RADIATOR COVER,ON FLOOR IN LIBRARY AREA,UNDERNEATH WATER FOUNTAIN.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 1/12/24.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(A)

In plain English

The inspector found mice, rats, cockroaches, flies, or evidence of them (like droppings) inside the business, or conditions that could attract them. Pests can spread bacteria to food and surfaces, so this is treated as one of the more serious findings.

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notedCode 49Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST CLEAN BUILD UP ON INTERIOR PANEL OF ICE MACHINE.

In plain English

Dishes, equipment, or surfaces that touch food were not properly washed, rinsed, and sanitized, or sanitizer was not at the right strength. Clean surfaces help stop germs from spreading to food.

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Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Jan 12, 2024 · Original Source

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