Pass

Immaculate Conception

8739 S Exchange Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

School ZIP 60617 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Apr 24, 2026

Immaculate Conception was last inspected on April 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

April 24, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

24 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  2. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  3. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2589564 on 2-14-24: 48-observed faucet not reaching all three compartments of 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to install larger faucet to reach all three compartments of 3-compartment sink. Priority 7-42-090 citation issued

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed faucet not reaching all three compartments of 3-compartment sink. Instructed manager to install larger faucet to reach all three compartments of 3-compartment sink. Priority foundation 7-38-025 citation issued

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  6. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID AND ALL LIDS ARE WIDE OPEN WITH TRASH BAGS ABOVE RIMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING,PLACE TRASH IN CAN AND KEEP ALL LIDS CLOSED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  7. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Still observed hot running water temperature at hand sinks adjacent to pre-k room for all lower grade students to use ranging from 78.8f-79.3f and far right hand sink not operable. Must have water temperature at 100.0f. And repair hand sink to operable.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED A GAP ALONG BITTOM OF DELIVERY DOOR MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE DUMPSTER MISSING A LID AND ALL LIDS ARE WIDE OPEN WITH TRASH BAGS ABOVE RIMS.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE LIDS TO BE TIGHT FITTING,PLACE TRASH IN CAN AND KEEP ALL LIDS CLOSED.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-020(B)(CITATION ISSUED)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical3 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hot running water temperature at hand sinks adjacent to pre-k room for all lower grade students to use ranging from 58.8f-59.0f and far right hand sink not operable. Must have water temperature at 100.0f. And repair hand sink to operable.(priority 7-38-030(c)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed a gap along bittom of delivery door must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster missing a lid and all lids are wide open with trash bags above rims.must repair or replace lids to be tight fitting,place trash in can and keep all lids closed.(priority foundation 7-38-020(b)(citation issued)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no ventilation hood above oven if the oven is 75 kw or more must install a ventilation and maintain.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  9. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cracked floor tiles in kitchen/cafeteria area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed hot water in girls toilet room at 70.7f and hot water in boys toilet room at 69.8f. Instructed manager that hot water must be a minimum of 100.0f at all hand sinks. Priority violation 7-38-030(c). Citation issued.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed two empty soap dispensers in girls toilet room. Instructed manager that soap/ hand washing cleanser must be provided for all hand washing sinks at all times. Priority foundation. Citation issued 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no sink stopper on site at time of inspection. Instructed to provide adequate sink stoppers to fill 3 compartment sink.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cracked floor tiles in kitchen/cafeteria area. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: 6-202.15 observed exit b not rodent proofed with a one inch gap at the bottom of said door. Instructed to make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFood handling

      Food wasn’t protected from contamination during prep, storage, or display.

      Inspector’s note: 3-305.12 observed various water and sewer pipes located thru the food prep and lunchroom area. Instructed to shield all pipes to prevent any potential drips.

      Official wording (code 39)

      Contamination prevented during food preparation, storage & display

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: 4-301.13 observed no drainboard located by the 3 compartment sink. Instructed to provide a drainboard.

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: 5-501.17 observed a closed receptacle is needed inside of the ladies toilet rooms. Instructed to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must clean floors in the food prep area and janitors closet,along wall base and corners

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Noted deep dark open seems into small cutting board. Must replace and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors need cleaning along the wall base and in corners in the prep area and in the mop closet to remove debris.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Noted peeling paint in the girl's basement toilet room. Must repaint.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Noted loose faucets in the boy's basement toilet room. Must repair and maintain.

  16. No Entry

    Canvass · No Entry

    No violations

  17. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors in storage rooms and janitors closets,along wall base and corners

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Remove clutter in the janitors closet in rear of premises,to prevent rodent harborage

  18. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    6 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Remove contact paper from shelf where microwave oven is stored in teacher's lounge and from tables in dining on the lower level and paint surfaces if not easily cleanable.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: Clean all sections of 3 compartment sink(stains noted).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors in all storage rooms in basement. Repair or replace cracked floor tile in basement praying area.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Seal all holes and openings in walls in boy's washroom in basement, in dining room area, and throughout all other sections of basement. Seal cracks in base boards in dining area. Remove chipping paint from walls and ceiling in women's washroom and re-paint area(ist floor).

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Provide 3 stoppers for 3 compartment sink. A combined hot and cold water faucet must be installed at exposed handsink in food prep area. Hot water cannot be tempered when washing hands which will not facilitate proper handwashing in sink when used. Repair leaky faucet at 3 compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Re-organize equipment storage room in basement, all articles must be stored 6 inches off floor and away from walls leaving all areas accessible for proper cleaning and servicing by pest control company.

  19. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate all storage off floors in basement until pick up date.also clean floors in basement storage rooms.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Must replace door sweep at basement play ground door.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Debris on floors in fire pump room.

  21. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.NEED TO SEAL RAW WOOD OVER KITCHEN WINDOW NEAR OVEN.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.NEED TO CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD'S IN LUNCHROOM.

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. OBSERVED DUSTY PIPES LOCATED OVER STUDENT DINING TABLES. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. MUST DETAIL CLEAN/AND MAINTAIN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN WASHROOMS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. MUST REMOVE TISSUE FROM CEILINGS, SEAL AROUND ALL PIPES/CONDUITS IN BOYS/GIRLS TOILET ROOM AND CLEAN VENT IN GIRLS TOILET TOOM BY CAFETERIA.

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