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Haugan Elementary

Name: Haugan Elementary
Address: 4540 N Hamlin Ave, Chicago, IL

4540 N Hamlin Ave

Last inspected Feb 10, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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6 inspections

Canvass

Feb 10, 2026

Pass

3 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PUSH FAUCETS FOR HANDWASHING SINK IN THE 1ST FLOOR GIRLS BATHROOM RIGHT OUTSIDE OF LUNCHROOM UNABLE TO PROVIDE RUNNING WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 SECS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE RUNNING WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS TO ALLOW FOR PROPER HANDWASHING.

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.

Official wording

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED PUSH FAUCET FOR 1 OF 2 HANDWASHING SINKS IN THE BOYS BATHROOM RIGHT OUTSIDE OF LUNCHROOM NOT WORKING. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PUSH FAUCET AND MAINTAIN.

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 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

MUST RE-ATTACH MISSING CEILING CILES IN THE STAFF BATHROOM INSIDE OF KITCHEN BEHIND DISHWASHING AREA 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

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 10, 2026 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Mar 5, 2025

Pass

0 recorded violations

No violations recorded in this inspection.

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Mar 5, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Feb 27, 2025

Fail

2 recorded violations

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-501.114--INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE PRE-K CLASROOM/STORAGE CLOSETS #101,#112 AND #114 AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

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 VIOLATION #38 NOT CORRECTED FROM INSPECTION REPORT#2612421 DATED:02/20/2025 CONTINUED TO OBSERVE EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES;APPROXIMATELY 45 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN THE FOLLOWING EAT-IN PREK-CLASSROOMS: CLASSROOM #101 INSIDE CLUTTERED SMALL CLOSET,CLASSROOM #112 INSIDE CLUTTERED SMALL CLOSET ON THE FLOORS AT THE CORNERS AND BEHIND STORAGE SHELFS AND SMALL FURNITURE AND STORAGE CABINETS ALSO, CLASSROOM #114 ON THE FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE CURTAIN PARTITIONS/STORAGE CABINETS AND BEHIND THE BLUE SLEEPING COTS,STUDENTS COAT STORAGE LOCKERS AND ON THE BOOK SHELFS IN BETWEEN THE BOARD GAMES ETC.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS AND REMOVE ALL RODENT MICE DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ENGINEER WAS MADE AWARE AT THIS TIME.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY AND MAINTAIN.PRIORITY VIOLATION 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 27, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass

Feb 20, 2025

Fail

5 recorded violations

notedCode 10Handwashing

Official wording

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED 1 HANDWASHING SINK FAUCET IN POOR REPAIR IN 1ST FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM METERED FAUCET MUST PROVIDE A FLOW OF WATER FOR AT LEAST 15 SECONDS WITHOUT THE NEED TO REACTIVATE THE FAUCET.THE OTHER 2 HANDWASHING SINKS IN SAME AREA ARE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY.

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.

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF PEST ACTIVITY ON THE PREMISES.APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT (MICE DROPPINGS) IN THE FOLLOWING EAT-IN PREK CLASSROOMS #101 INSIDE CLUTTERED SMALL CLOSET,#112 INSIDE CLUTTERED SMALL CLOSET AND #114 UNDERNEATH THE CURTAIN PARTITIONS/STORAGE CABINETS.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE IN DETAIL AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ENGINEER HAS BEEN MADE AWARE AT THIS TIME.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.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 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS NOT MAINTAINED;OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.LID/COVER MUST BE KEPT CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.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

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE PRE-K CLASROOM/STORAGE CLOSETS #101,#112 AND #114 AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

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 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN THE KITCHEN PREP AREA TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION OF DUSTS AND MAINTAIN.

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

Official record from Chicago Department of Public Health, Feb 20, 2025 · Original Source

Canvass Re-Inspection

Feb 16, 2024

Pass w/ Conditions

2 recorded violations

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

6-201.13--OBSERVED OPENINGS ON WALL ON HALLWAY NEAR EXIT DOOR#6 ENGINEER IS AWARE AT THIS TIME.INSTRUCTED TO SEAL SAID OPENINGS 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 2Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER OR VALID DOCUMENTATION ON SITE WHILE (TCS FOODS)ARE BEING PREPARED/HANDLED.INSTRUCTED PERSON IN CHARGE,THAT A CITY OF CHICAGO CERTIFIED FOOD SERVICE MANAGER MUST BE ON SITE AT ALL TIMES WHEN (TCS FOODS) ARE PREPARED,HANDLED, AND/OR SERVED.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-012.

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, Feb 16, 2024 · Original Source

Canvass

Feb 7, 2024

Fail

5 recorded violations

notedCode 36Equipment and utensils

Official wording

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED NO THERMOMETERS IN THE FOLLOWING COOLERS: EMPLOYEE MINI COOLER LOCATED IN KITCHEN PREP AREA AND IN PRE-K CLASSROOM#114.INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN A VISIBLE,ACCURATE WORKING THERMOMETERS IN COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.

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 54Facility maintenance

Official wording

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTERS OVERFLOWING WITH TRASH AND BOXES AND LIDS WIDE OPEN WITH TRASH ABOVE THE RIMS.LIDS/COVERS MUST BE KEPT CLOSED TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE AND MAINTAIN.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 56Facility maintenance

Official wording

ADEQUATE VENTILATION & LIGHTING; DESIGNATED AREAS USED

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE ACCUMULATIONS OF DUSTS ON CEILING VENTILATION COVERS IN KITCHEN PREP NEAR THE OVENS AND MAINTAIN.

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 38Pests

Official wording

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

Inspector’s notes

OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 40 RODENT(MICE DROPPINGS) IN VARIOUS AREAS OF THE PREMISES: ON THE FLOOR AROUND THE HOT WATER HEATER LOCATED IN KITCHEN AT REAR NEAR THE EXIT DOOR AND ON FLOORS UNDERNEATH THE DRY STORAGE RACKS NEXT TO THE KITCHEN PREP AREA ALSO,IN THE FOLLOWING PRE-K CLASSROOM #101 ON FLOOR INSIDE A CLUTTERED STORAGE CLOSET,THE PRE-K CLASSROOM #116 ON FLOOR BEHIND THE BOOK STORAGE SHELF NEAR THE TEACHERS DESK.INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND REMOVE ALL RODENT DROPPINGS FROM ALL AFFECTED AREAS.ADDITIONAL PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NEEDED TO ELIMINATE THE PEST ACTIVITY.PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A).

In plain English

More about signs of rodents or insects

notedCode 55Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN

Inspector’s notes

INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND ORGANIZE PRE-K CLASROOM/STORAGE CLOSET #101 AND REMOVE UNNECESSARY ARTICLES DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AND ELEVATE KEPT ITEMS AT LEAST 6" INCHES OFF THE FLOOR TO FACILITATE CLEANING.

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, Feb 7, 2024 · Original Source