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Hartwell School

8320 Vine St

Last inspected Sep 14, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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6 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Sep 14, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.5(D)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.5(D) - Nonfood-contact surfaces - cleaning frequency

Inspector’s notes

Nonfood-contact surfaces are not cleaned frequently enough.Observed dust accumulation on the wall inside the walk-in freezer near the entry. Access the freezer from the inside to perform a thorough cleaning and remove the dust buildup.

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 Cincinnati Health Department, Sep 14, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 8, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 6.1(C)(1)Facility maintenance

Official wording

6.1(C)(1) - Floor and wall junctures - coved, and enclosed or sealed

Inspector’s notes

In FSOs or RFEs in which cleaning methods other than water flushing are used for cleaning floors, the floor and wall junctures shall be coved to no larger than one thirty-second inch (one millimeter) An opening has been identified in the floor of the laundry room beneath the lockers. To prevent potential insect harborage, all openings in the flooring should be properly sealed.

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 Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 8, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 1, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.5(A)(2)(3)Food temperature

Official wording

4.5(A)(2)(3) - Food-Contact Surfaces of Cooking Equipment and Pans and Nonfood-Contact Surfaces Equipment

Inspector’s notes

The food contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans and Nonfood contact surfaces of equipment are to be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Observed accumulation of dust, dirt, and other debris on top of the dishwasher.

In plain English

Food was not kept cold enough, hot enough, cooled fast enough, or cooked or reheated to the right temperature. Bacteria grow quickly in the "danger zone" between 41°F and 135°F, which makes this one of the most important food-safety checks.

More about food kept at an unsafe temperature
notedCode 4.1(FF)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

4.1(FF) - Warewashing Machines - Flow Pressure Device

Inspector’s notes

Warewashing machine is not equipped with a properly placed flow pressure measuring device. Observed that the flow pressure device in the dishwashing machine is not functional. The gauge does not indicate any sanitizer pressure.

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 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment - Good Repair and Proper Adjustment

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed a broken utensils drawer, which is damaged and difficult to open and close. In addition, observed a damaged refrigerator door gasket with accumulation of food debris lodged in the gasket. The refrigerator is the 4-door unit located in the service area.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 1, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 2, 2025

Approved - No Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 6.4(D)(1)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

6.4(D)(1) - Cleaning Ventilation Systems- Nuisance and Discharge

Inspector’s notes

Intake and exhaust air ducts are a source of contamination by dust, dirt, and other materials.

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 Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 2, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 15, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

1 recorded violation

notedCode 4.4(A)(3)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(3) - Equipment, good repair, can opener

Inspector’s notes

The can opener blade was dull and creating metal fragments.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Oct 15, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - STANDARD INSPECTION

Apr 15, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 6.0(A)(1)(a)Other

Official wording

6.0(A)(1)(a) - Facilities: Indoor areas - surface characteristics

Inspector’s notes

Indoor floor, wall, or ceiling surfaces are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable in areas where FSO or RFE activities are conducted. There are open floor gaps under the lockers in the cafeteria locker room.

In plain English

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

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notedCode 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing lavatory had no, unapproved, or inoperable hand drying provision. One of the hand-drying paper towel dispensers was not functioning at the time of the inspection.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 15, 2024 · Original Source

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