Harding Middle School
Last inspected: Mar 26, 2026
70
Score
Harding Middle School, located at 2000 Wakeling St 5000 Torresdale Ave in Philadelphia, PA, underwent a moderate risk inspection on March 26, 2026. This inspection resulted in a score of 70 and identified seven minor violations. Across three scored inspections, the facility has historically received medium-risk ratings.
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Inspections
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 26, 2026
Routine
7 minor violations.
70
Mar 1, 2024
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 major violations. 8 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
41
Oct 3, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 8 minor violations.
61
Violations — Mar 26, 2026 Inspection
Non-food contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: -Old mouse droppings and debris observed on bottom shelving in paper storage area, -Debis along floor perimeter inside the walk-in freezer (underneath storage shelvings & plastic crates). New Violation.
46.714
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Delayed hot water generation from handwash sinks in front food prep /service and restroom areas. New Violation.
46.805
Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices
Inspector notes: The designated food preparation sink's waste drian line is directly connected instead of being indirectly plumbed with a catch basin and air gap.
46.822
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
Inspector notes: -Peeling plaster / paint in the staff restroom area ceiling. -Staff restroom area handwash sink not properly caulk sealed to wall.
46.981(b)(i)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered trash dumpsters in rear outdoor refuse ground. New Violation.
46.884
Physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean
Inspector notes: -Cracked cement flooring in food prep area.
46.921
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, & used
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler not properly sealed to walls.
46.652
Priority (Critical)
Priority Foundation (Major)
Core (Minor)
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