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Cincinnati, OH

North Avondale Montessori

615 Clinton Springs Av

Last inspected Apr 23, 2026 · View Map ↗ · Compare ↗

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Approved - Minor Violations

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SteadyThe last two inspections recorded a similar number of violations. Review the dated records below.

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5 inspections

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 23, 2026

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 5.1(C)(1)Handwashing

Official wording

5.1(C)(1) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Handwashing facility - Installation

Inspector’s notes

Handwashing sink does not provide water at least 85° F. No hot water was observed at the handwashing sink located in the preparation area.

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 5.1(S)(2)Water, plumbing, and sewage

Official wording

5.1(S)(2) - Plumbing System- Maintained in Good Repair

Inspector’s notes

Plumbing system is not maintained in good repair. The handwashing faucet located in the prep area is not providing hot water.

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 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. Noticeable accumulation of dust was found on multiple equipment surfaces, particularly on ovens, refrigerators, and storage shelves, indicating a need for cleaning.

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

Official record from Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 23, 2026 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 6, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 3.2(M)(2)(a)Cleaning and sanitizing

Official wording

3.2(M)(2)(a) - Wiping cloths - use limitation

Inspector’s notes

Wet wiping cloth was not maintained in a sanitizer solution between uses. Observed wet wiping cloth not maintained in sanitizer solution between uses in the bucket located by the serving table.

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 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s notes

No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.

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 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 non-food contact surfaces not clean. Noted damaged refrigerator gasket with signs of mold and food debris on the 4-door cooler located in the service area. Also observed milk spill at the bottom of the 2-door milk cooler.

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, Oct 6, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Apr 4, 2025

Approved - Minor Violations

2 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(A)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(A)(1) - Equipment and Utensils - Air-Drying

Inspector’s notes

Equipment and utensils are not being air dried or allowed to drain adequately after sanitizing. Food trays are not being air dried or allowed to drain adequately after sanitizing

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 2.4(A)(3)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(3) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Certified Manager

Inspector’s notes

No manager had Ohio manager certification in food protection.

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 Cincinnati Health Department, Apr 4, 2025 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

Oct 29, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

6 recorded violations

notedCode 4.8(A)(1)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.8(A)(1) - Equipment and utensils - air-drying required

Inspector’s notes

Equipment and utensils were being cloth dried. After cleaning and sanitizing, food contact surfaces must be allowed to air dry. The use of cloths or towels for drying is not an adequate method, as it can lead to contamination. Corrective Action Required: Reiterate the importance of air drying food contact surfaces to all staff. Provide training to ensure understanding of proper sanitization protocols. Monitor practices to ensure compliance with air drying procedures.

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 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. it was observed that the bottom shelf of the four-door refrigerator in the service area had not been cleaned frequently enough, resulting in an accumulation of food particles. Corrective Action Required: Clean the affected area immediately to remove food particles. Establish a regular cleaning schedule for all refrigerator shelves to prevent future accumulation. Train staff on proper cleaning procedures and the importance of maintaining sanitary condition.

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 5.4(G)(3)Facility maintenance

Official wording

5.4(G)(3) - Refuse

Inspector’s notes

Refuse receptacle is not provided at each hand sink where using paper towels.

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 2.4(A)(2)Permits, training, and postings

Official wording

2.4(A)(2) - IV. Demonstration of Knowledge - Person in charge - assignment of responsibility

Inspector’s notes

No manager has level 2 certification in food protection.No manager has level 2 certification in food protection.

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 2.4(C)(14)Employee health and hygiene

Official wording

2.4(C)(14) - I. Employee Health - PIC Duties

Inspector’s notes

Food employees and conditional employees are not informed in a verifiable manner of their responsibilities to report to the person in charge, information about their health as it relates to diseases transmissible through food. a new food employee had not signed the Employee Health Reporting Statement as required by Ohio Food Code. This statement is essential for ensuring that employees acknowledge their responsibility to report any health conditions that could affect food safety.

In plain English

This covers things like hair restraints, jewelry, clean clothing, eating or drinking in food prep areas, touching ready-to-eat food with bare hands, or not having a sick-employee policy.

More about employee hygiene or health policy issues
notedCode 2.2(C)Handwashing

Official wording

2.2(C) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Hands and arms

Inspector’s notes

Food employee(s) did not wash hands in situations that specifically require them to do so. During an inspection , it was observed that a food employee removed her soiled gloves without properly washing her hands afterward, the employee touched an unclean tray and clothing without performing hand hygiene.

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, Oct 29, 2024 · Original Source

ROUTINE - CRITICAL CONTROL POINT

May 6, 2024

Approved - Minor Violations

3 recorded violations

notedCode 4.4(A)(2)Equipment and utensils

Official wording

4.4(A)(2) - Equipment, good repair, doors, seals

Inspector’s notes

Equipment components were not intact, tight or properly adjusted. Observed buildup icicles in the walk in cooler ceiling.

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 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 dry milk in the base of the 2-door cooler. The floor in the all-in cooler is soiled with mold.

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 6.2(B)Handwashing

Official wording

6.2(B) - III. Preventing Contamination by Hands - Facilities

Inspector’s notes

Each handwashing lavatory did not have a supply of hand cleanser. There is no soap in the prep area hand washing sink.

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, May 6, 2024 · Original Source

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