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BARNEY'S PIZZA Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

BARNEY'S PIZZA 5648 W CHICAGO AVE, CHICAGO 60651 Restaurant
June 25, 2012 Complaint License #1742764
15
Total Violations
6
Critical
4
Major
5
Minor

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

15
Violation #2
CRITICAL
FACILITIES TO MAINTAIN PROPER TEMPERATURE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 2 HOT HOLDING CABINETS AT IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF 93.0F & 128.7F WITH PIZZA STORED INSIDE.NO TIME & TEMPERTAURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.A HELD FOR INSPECTION TAG PLACED ON UNIT.ONCE REPAIRED FAX LETTER TO (312)746-4240 WHEN READY.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.
Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.
Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.
Violation #3
CRITICAL
POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOOD MEETS TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENT DURING STORAGE, PREPARATION DISPLAY AND SERVICE - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER TEMPERATURES OF READY TO EAT FOODS & COOKED FOODS STORED IN HOT HOLDING CABINET & TABLE TOP HOT HOLDING UNIT,UNDER GRILL COLD HOLDING UNIT SUCH AS PIZZA SLICES 113.3F-112.9F,COOKED ITALIAN SAUSAGE 45.7F-46.5F,COOKED RIB TIPS 46.1F-52.6F.NO TIME & TEMPERATURE LOGS AVAILABLE TO VIEW.PRODUCT WAS DUMPED & DENATURED.APPX.40LBS. $392.(CRITICAL 7-38-005A)
Ill food workers cause 70% of foodborne outbreaks. Proper reporting prevents transmission of Norovirus, Hepatitis A, Salmonella, and other serious diseases.
All food employees must understand and follow health reporting requirements and food safety responsibilities.
Employees must: Report illness symptoms and exposures; Be excluded/restricted when ill; Understand their role in preventing foodborne illness; Follow proper hygiene practices; Have signed health policy on file.
Violation #10
CRITICAL
SEWAGE AND WASTE WATER DISPOSAL, NO BACK SIPHONAGE, CROSS CONNECTION AND/OR BACK FLOW - Comments: OBSERVED INADEQUATE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL OBSERVED 3- COMPARTMENT & 2- COMPARTMENT SINK FLOOR DRAINS BACKING UP WHEN WATER IS RELEASED & WHEN WATER IS TURNED ON AT BOTH SINKS LOCATED IN SEPERATE AREAS WATER IS NOT DRAINING INTO FLOOR DRAINS IT'S DRAINING ALL OVER THE FLOOR.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(CRITICAL 7-38-030)
Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.
Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.
Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.
Violation #18
CRITICAL
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF MORE THAN 6 LIVE HOUSE FLIES FLYING AROUND REAR PREP AREAS.ALSO FRONT & REAR DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED ALONG CENTER & BOTTOM.ALSO NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW AT THIS TIME.MUST PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS.RECOMMENDED TO HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 6/25/12.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
Violation #19
MAJOR
OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED - Comments: OBSERVED OUTSIDE GARBAGE AREA NOT MAINTAINED.OBSERVED TRASH & DEBRI ON GROUND AROUND GARBAGE CAN & LIDS OF GARBAGE CAN DAMAGED.ALSO TALL WEEDS AROUND PERIMETER OF BUILDING & OUTSIDE OF GARBAGE CORRAL.MUST REMOVE TRASH & DEBRI & TALL WEEDS.REPAIR OR REPLACE GARBAGE DUMPSTER LID.(SERIOUS 7-38-020).
Poor waste management attracts pests and creates breeding grounds for disease vectors.
Exterior waste areas must be clean and pest-proof.
Dumpsters on cleanable pad; Tight-fitting lids; Area kept clean; Grease containers covered; Regular pickup; No overflow.
Violation #21
CRITICAL
* CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON SITE WHEN POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE PREPARED AND SERVED - Comments: OBSERVED NO CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER ON DUTY & NO CERTIFICATE POSTED TO VIEW WHILE READY TO EAT & POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS FOODS ARE BEING PREPARED,HANDLED,& SERVED(PIZZA,ITALIAN SAUSAGE,RIB TIPS).MUST PROVIDE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGER & CERTIFICATE POSTED AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)
Temperatures above 41°F allow rapid bacterial multiplication, doubling every 20 minutes.
Cold foods must be held at 41°F or below.
Maintain 41°F or below; Check temperatures regularly; Properly functioning refrigeration; Thermometers in all units; Keep doors closed.
Violation #26
MINOR
ADEQUATE NUMBER, CONVENIENT, ACCESSIBLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED AND INSTALLED - Comments: OBSERVED CUSTOMERS TOILET ROOM NOT MAINTAINED OBSERVED PLASTIC BAG COVERING TOILET,FOUL ODOR OF FECES & URINE IN TOILET ROOM AT THIS TIME.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN TOILET ROOM FOR CUSTOMERS AT ALL TIMES.(SERIOUS 7-38-030).
Poor ventilation causes condensation that can drip contaminants into food.
Adequate ventilation required in all areas.
Mechanical ventilation where needed; Hoods over cooking equipment; Filters cleaned regularly; Air flows from clean to less clean areas.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED WORN DOOR GASKETS ON REACH IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REMOVE FOIL FROM SHELVING UNITS.
Unapproved processes may lack critical safety controls.
Variance required before conducting specialized food processes.
Submit application to CDPH; Include HACCP plan; Await approval before starting; Maintain all required records.
Violation #33
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: MUST DETAIL CLEAN FOOD DEBRI FROM ALL PREP TABLES,REACH IN COOLERS & FREEZERS,FRYERS,GRILL TABLES,MEAT SLICER,GARBAGE CANS,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE,ROLLING CARTS,RACKS,SODA STAND,WALK IN COOLER FAN GUARD COVERS,LIGHT SHIELDS,FLOOR MIXER.
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.
Violation #34
MINOR
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: MUST CLEAN FLOORS & FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT & INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER & FREEZER.MUST REPAIR DAMAGED FLOOR ALONG WALL BASES.
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
Violation #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRI ON WALLS & CEILING.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE DAMAGED WALLBASES,STAINED & DAMAGED CEILING TILES.
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
Violation #36
MINOR
LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED - Comments: MUST PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING WHERE NEEDED.
Inadequate lighting prevents detection of contamination and pests.
Adequate protected lighting required in all areas.
50 foot-candles at prep surfaces; 20 foot-candles at 30 inches in storage; Shielded bulbs over exposed food; Clean fixtures.
Violation #38
CRITICAL
VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: MUST REPAIR IR REPLACE LEAKY FAUCET AT 2- COMP SINK.
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.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE PROBE & REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.
Violation #40
MINOR
REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS - Comments: MUST PROVIDE PROBE & REFRIGERATOR THERMOMETERS.
Poor personal hygiene transfers contaminants to food.
Food handlers must maintain personal cleanliness.
Clean outer clothing; Hair restraints; Short, clean fingernails; No jewelry except plain ring; Clean hands and arms.

Health Department Information

Department Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division Food Protection Program
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