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CHURCH'S CHICKEN # 577 Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

CHURCH'S CHICKEN # 577 431 N AUSTIN BLVD, CHICAGO 60644 Restaurant
March 1, 2012 Complaint License #1273264
6
Total Violations
3
Critical
2
Major
1
Minor
1
Corrected On Site

Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector

6
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: All necessary control measures shall be used to effectively minimize or eliminate the presence of rodents, roaches, and other vermin and insects on the premises of all food establishments, in food-transporting vehicles, and in vending machines.OBSERVED NO PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK ON SITE TO VIEW ALSO FRONT DOORS ARE NOT RODENT PROOFED.MUST RODENT PROOF DOORS,PROVIDE A PEST CONTROL LOG BOOK.(SERIOUS 7-38-020)CITATION ISSUED.
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 #29
CORRECTED CRITICAL
PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATION(S) CORRECTED 7-42-090 - Comments: A separate and distinct offense shall be deemed to have been committed for each Minor violation that is not corrected upon re-inspection by the health authority.PREVIOUS MINOR VIOLATIONS FROM REPORT #491473 1/28/11 NOT CORRECTED #34 MUST REPLACE MISSING/DAMAGED FLOOR TILES THROUGHOUT.DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR DRAINS THROUGHOUT.#38 REPAIR SLOW DRAINING EXPOSED HAND SINK,LEAKY PIPES & FAUCET UNDER EXPOSED HAND SINK.MUST REPAIR & MAINTAIN.(SERIOUS 7-42-090)CITATION ISSUED.
Specialized processes without proper controls can create deadly toxins like botulism.
Special processes require approved HACCP plans or variances.
Written HACCP plan for: Vacuum packaging; Sous vide; Smoking for preservation; Curing; Using additives. Plan must be approved by CDPH.
This violation was corrected during the inspection.
Violation #32
MAJOR
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED - Comments: All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair.MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE WORN DOOR GASKETS ON WALK IN COOLER & REACH IN FREEZER,DAMAGED TRIM & DOOR OF WALK IN COOLER,COUNTER TOP AT REGISTER IN POOR REPAIR.MUST REMOVE RUST FROM PAPER STORAGE SHELVING UNIT.
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: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily.MUST CLEAN MOTOR OF COOLERS,FAN GUARDS IN WALK IN COOLER,INTERIOR PARTS OF ICE MACHINE,WINDOW SILL,ICE DISPENSER ON SODA MACHINE.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPLACE STAINED, DAMAGED & MISSING CEILING TILES & WALL BASES & TRIM THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT.
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 #35
MINOR
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: Inspector Comments: Inspector Comments: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned.MUST REPLACE STAINED, DAMAGED & MISSING CEILING TILES & WALL BASES & TRIM THROUGHOUT.MUST SEAL ALL OPENINGS AROUND PIPES THROUGHOUT.
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.

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