Chicago Food Violation Code 51: Plumbing Installed and Maintained

Severity: serious | Category: Water & Plumbing

What This Means

All plumbing must be properly installed, maintained, and free from cross-connections. Backflow prevention devices must be in place.

Health Risk

Plumbing failures can contaminate food and water supplies with sewage and wastewater.

Common Examples

• Sewage backup in kitchen
• Cross-connection between potable and non-potable water
• Leaking pipes above food storage

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