AZTEC DAVES FOOD TRUCK Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Mobile food preparer

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: OBSERVED NO CLEAN UP SUPPLIES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS, INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-005

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

Written procedure must address: Isolating contaminated area; Removing and discarding affected food; Using proper PPE; Cleaning and sanitizing with appropriate concentration; Proper disposal of contaminated materials.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED THE 4 DRAWER REFRIGERATOR LOCATED BELOW THE GRILL AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURE (54.8F). REFRIGERATORS SHALL BE AT 41F OR BELOW. INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR OR REPLACE AND MAINTAIN. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED NO HOT HOLDING UNIT ON SITE FOR RICE, BEANS AND ELOTE. MUST PROVIDE HOT HOLDING UNITS TO HOLD FOOD AT 135F OR ABOVE SECURELY FASTENED TO THE MOBILE FOOD TRUCK. PRIORITY VIOLATION 7-38-005

Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.

All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.

Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED THE REAR EXIT DOOR WITHOUT SCREENS AND AN APPROXIMATE 2 INCH GAP AT THE BOTTOM, NO SCREEN AT THE FRONT SERVICE WINDOW AND TORN SCREEN ON THE CEILING VENTILATION. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED - Comments: OBSERVED THE CUTTING BOARDS STAINED, NEED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN.

Poor design creates areas that harbor bacteria.

All surfaces must be designed to be easily cleanable.

Smooth, non-porous surfaces; Free of cracks and crevices; Easily disassembled; Accessible for cleaning.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE GRILL ENCRUSTED WITH FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED THE HOT AND COLD WATER HANDLES OF THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK MISSING. INSTRUCTED TO REPLACE AND MAINTAIN

Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.

Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.

Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS,DOORS, VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL, REAR EXIT DOOR WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED THE FLOORS, WALLS, CEILINGS,DOORS, VENTILATION HOOD ABOVE THE GRILL, REAR EXIT DOOR WITH EXCESSIVE ACCUMULATION OF FOOD DEBRIS AND GREASE. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.