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Dever Elementary School

3436 N Osceola, CHICAGO, IL 60634 · School

Inspection summary

Dever Elementary School has been inspected 19 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since June 11, 2010. The most recent inspection, on February 2, 2026, found no infractions.

4 of 19 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Handwashing and staff hygiene, Pests and Food temperature control.

The last 2 inspections in a row found no infractions. The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 3 times across 3 separate inspections, most recently on February 10, 2023. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded once on February 10, 2023. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded once on January 14, 2020. For example: THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Surfaces, dishes and tools that touch food or people must be cleaned and then sanitized or disinfected. Inspectors check sanitizer strength, dishwasher temperatures and how cleaning is done. Poor sanitizing lets germs survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on March 7, 2019. For example: WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 22 times across 11 separate inspections, most recently on March 3, 2021. For example: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

19 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    0 infractions

  3. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE IN THE ALL GENDER TOILET ROOM NEAR THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM ON THE FIRST FLOOR. INSTRUCTED THE PERSON IN CHARGE TO PROVIDE A COVERED TRASH RECEPTACLE FOR THE ALL GENDER TOILET ROOM AND MAINTAIN.
  4. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • OBSERVED INADEQUATE HOT RUNNING WATER IN THE 1ST FLOOR BOYS AND GIRLS WASHROOMS (WATER TEMPERATURE RANGING FROM 78.9 F-86.6 F).INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT A HANDWASHING SINK WATER TEMPERATURE MUST BE PROVIDED OF AT LEAST 100 F THROUGH A MIXING VALVE OR COMBINATION FAUCET.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN AS REQUIRED.ENGINEER IS MADE AWARE AT THIS TIME.PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-030(C).
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED GAPS OPENINGS ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS OF EXIT DOORS #4.INSTRUCTED TO PEST PROOF MENTIONED DOORS ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOMS TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY AND MAINTAIN.
  5. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  6. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED OUTSIDE DUMPSTER NOT COVERED AND OLD BROKEN WOODEN HORSES SURROUNDING DUMPSTER AREA. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(B). NO CITATION ISSUED. INSTRUCTED TO KEEP LID CLOSED ON DUMPSTER AND MUST KEEP AREA SURROUNDING DUMPSTER CLEAN AND MAINTAINED.
  7. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 5. PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS
      • FOUND NO PROCEDURE/PLAN FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS ON SITE. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN REQUIRED PROCEDURE/PLAN AND APPROPRIATE SUPPLIES OR KIT. (NECESSARY ITEMS AT A MINIMUM: GLOVES, FACE MASKS, DISPOSABLE MOPS AND APPROPRIATE SANITIZER/SPRAY THAT IS EFFECTIVE AGAINST NOROVIRUS). PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-005,NO CITATION ISSUED.COS--(CPS).
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED A TORN DOOR GASKET INSIDE OF THE 2 DOOR STAND-UP COOLER LOCATED ACROSS THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK IN (MAIN BUILDING) FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE THE TORN DOOR GASKET.
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED HOT HANDLE (LOOSE) AT HANDWASHING SINK LOCATED IN THE (ANNEX) FOOD PREP AREA.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR PLUMBING AND MAINTAIN.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • OBSERVED NO COVERED WASTE RECEPTACLES PROVIDED IN UNISEX STAFF WASHROOMS LOCATED IN (MAIN SCHOOL BUILDING).MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE PEELING PAINT ON CEILING IN (1ST FLOOR) GIRLS WASHROOM SURFACES MUST BE SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE AND MAINTAIN.
  8. Canvass

    7 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE HAND WASHING SIGNAGE AT HANDSINK INSIDE ALL WASHROOM (1ST/2ND FLOOR/ANNEX).
    • 36. THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE THERMOMETER VISIBLE INSIDE REACH-IN COOLER IN PREP/DISH WASHING AREA.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR SURFACES OF MICROWAVE OVEN INSIDE REAR STORAGE.OFFICE AREA TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.
    • 54. GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN GARBAGE AREA WITH SOME LITTER ON GROUND IN REAR OUTSIDE AREA.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE EXCESSIVE PEELING PAINT ON WALL AND CEILING ABOVE REAR STORAGE/OFFICE AREA.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • INSTRUCTED TO STORE FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. NO MILK CRATES.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG THE WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS, UNDER AND AROUND STORAGE SHELVES IN REAR STORAGE/OFFICE AREA. MUST REORGANIZE.
  9. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 48. WAREWASHING FACILITIES: INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & USED; TEST STRIPS
      • OBSERVED NO DRAINBOARD AT 3-COMPARTMENT SINK.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A DRAINBOARD ABOVE THE THREE COMPARTMENT SINK. CORE VIOLATION
    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • OBSERVED NO BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THIRD FLOOR MOPSINK.INSTRUCTED MONAGEMENT TO INSTALL A BACKFLOW DEVICE AT THIRD FLOOR MOPSINK. CORE VIOLATION
    • 52. SEWAGE & WASTE WATER PROPERLY DISPOSED
      • OBSERVED NO GREASE TRAP UNDER THREE COMPARTMENT SINK.ENGINEER STATED THERE IS NO GREASE TRAP.INSTRUCTED MANAGEMENT TO INSTALL A GREASE TRAP. CORE VIOLATION
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED CLUTTERIN MOPSINK CLOSETS.INSTRUCTING ENGINEERING TO REMOVE AND REORGANIZE CLUTTER IN MOPSINK CLOSETS. CORE VIOLATION
  10. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE THE MOP IN BETWEEN USE FOR SANITARY PURPOSES.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • OBSERVED DUST BUILDUP ON THE CEILING VENTS ABOVE THE SERVING LINE PREP AREA, THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR IN THE KITCHEN, AND THE 2-DOOR REACH-IN REFRIGERATOR AT THE SERVING PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN THE OPEN SITE DRAIN UNDER THE 3-COMPARTMENT SINK TO REMOVE ACCUMULATION AND BUILDUP ON THE WATER LINE AND DRAIN.
  11. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • NOTED HEAVY ICE BUILD-UP INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED TO DEFROST AND MAINTAIN.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • MUST REPLACE NON WORKING LIGHT BULB INSIDE 2 DOOR REACH-IN FREEZER IN PREP AREA.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND REORGANIZE PREP AREA. FOOD AND NON FOOD ITEMS/BOXES MUST BE STORED 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING. NO MILK CRATES.
  12. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • TWO DOOR FREEZER IN KITCHEN AREA HAS ICE BUILD UP ALONG GASKETS, INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE,
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND FREEZERS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND BETTER MAINTAIN,
  13. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE PROPER RAISED SHELVES 6" OFF THE FLOOR FOR EASY ACCESS ON CLEANING IN PREP AREA (NOTED MILK CRATES ARE USED AS SHELVINGS).
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR SURFACES OF EXPOSED HAND SINK AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN PREP AREA.
  14. Complaint

    4 infractions

    • 26. ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED
      • OBSERVED THE FOLLOWING STUDENTS TOILET ROOMS LACKING HOT WATER 1ST FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM -60.9F,2ND FLOOR GIRLS TOILET ROOM -63.0F.INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR AND UTILIZE OTHER STUDENT TOILET ROOMS FOR PROPER HANDWASHING PER CITY CODE.HAND WASHING /TOILET FACILITIES MUST BE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY AT ALL TIMES. ENGINEER MADE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS/ADJUSTMENTS TO SAID STUDENTS HANDSINKS ADEQUATE RUNNING HOT WATER NOW PROVIDED 10:30 A.M. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-030.
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • MANUAL CAN OPENER AND HOUSING ATTACHED TO PREP TABLE,FAN COVERS INSIDE THE 2 DOOR COOLERS ARE NOT CLEANED.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE DAILY.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • REMOVE DUSTS ACCUMULATIONS FROM CEILING VENTS THROUGHOUT AT THE PRE-K EXTERIOR MOBILES ENGINEER MADE AWARE. CEILINGS IN STUDENTS TOILET ROOMS WITH STAINS MUST CLEAN TO SMOOTH,EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES AND MAINTAIN ENGINEER MADE AWARE.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • UNNECESSARY ARTICLES STORED IN MOP SINK CLOSET AT THE EXTERIOR MOBILE,WOODEN PALLETS NEAR THE OUTSIDE DUMPSTER MUST BE REMOVED DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE.
  15. Canvass

    0 infractions

  16. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • Wall in teachers/staff bathroom that had peeling paint/plaster by washbowl, shall be repaired/sealed, walls, ceilings in 3rd floor, 2nd floor hallways, staircases areas shall be repaired/sealed, classroom #207 had peeling paint, shall be repaired/sealed.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • Broken, damaged light shields in 2nd floor classrooms, shall be replaced. Light shields in hallways 2nd floor(main buildin), and mobile unit need cleaning.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • Exhaust vents(ventilation) in mobile unit bathrooms, and classrooms not clean, need cleaning.
  17. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • VENTILATION COVERS IN GIRL'S WASHROOMS 2ND FLOOR AND MOBILE CLASSROOM UNCLEAN MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE MESH WIRE SCREEN ON FLOOR DRAINS IN BOILER ROOM BASEMENT TO PREVENT INSECTS/PESTS FROM ENTERING
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • NOT PROPERY SEALED BASE WALLS UNDER WASHBOWL SINK IN BOY'S WASHROOM ,MOBILE CLASSROOM MUST BE SEALED
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • FLOW OF WATER IN FAUCETS IN BOY'S WASHROOM IN 2ND FLOOR MUST BE ADJUSTED
  18. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • Storage room not maintained. Instructed to organize and elevate supplies 6 inches or higher off floor and away from wall.
  19. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. ENTRANCE DOOR IN THE MOBILE(ANNEX )CLASSROOM BECOMING RUSTY AT THE BOTTOM,INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SWEEP AT THE BOTTOM;MANAGER SAID THEY WILL BE REPLACING THE DOOR THIS SUMMER
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. PEELING PAINT ON THE CEILING OF BOY'S TOILET,1ST FLOOR MUST BE REMOVED /MUST BE REPAINTED WITH NON TOXIC; CELING VENTS IN STAFF WASHROOM UNCLEAN,MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

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