BYRONS HOT DOG INC Passes Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

THERMOMETERS PROVIDED & ACCURATE - Comments: OBSERVED MISSING THERMOMETER IN WALK IN COOLER IN PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN EACH COOLING UNIT. COS.

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED DUST AND DEBRIS BUILD UP ON THE SHELVES IN WALK IN COOLER. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FACILITY FREE OF DUST AND DEBRIS.

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 SLOW DRAINING HAND SINK AT THE FRONT PREP AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO REPAIR AND MAINTAIN HAND SINK.

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.

GARBAGE & REFUSE PROPERLY DISPOSED; FACILITIES MAINTAINED - Comments: OBSERVED DEBRIS AND LEAF BUILD UP ALONG WASTE RECEPTACLES IN REAR DUMPSTER AREA. MAINTAIN AREA FREE AND CLEAR OF DEBRIS AND LEAF BUILD UP.

Poor waste management attracts pests and creates contamination sources.

Refuse must be properly contained and removed.

Leak-proof, pest-proof containers; Tight-fitting lids; Clean storage areas; Frequent removal; Containers cleaned.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED HOLES AND OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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 HOLES AND OPENINGS IN WALLS BEHIND THREE COMPARTMENT SINK AND IN DISHWASHING AREA. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO SEAL ALL OPENINGS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE.

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.