FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
DOG HAUS Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
October 26, 2021
Short Form Complaint
License #2536489
7
Total Violations
3
Critical
1
Major
3
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
7
Violation #5
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: FOUND MISSING ITEMS FOR VOMIT SPILL KIT. SANITIZER RATED FOR NOROVIRUS, DISPOSABLE APRONS, GLOVES, ETC. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. NO CITATION WAS ISSUED.7-38-005 MUST PROVIDE.
Why This Matters
Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.
Food Code Requirement
Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.
Specific Requirements
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.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-501.11
Violation #38
CRITICAL
Violation Details
INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: OBSERVED SMALL FLY ACTIVITY IN BASEMENT (APPROXIMATELY 20 SMALL FLIES) IN ALL AREAS CONTAINING STANDING WATER, INCLUDING DRY STORAGE AREA AND PREP AREA. REPAIR ALL LEAKING CONDITIONS. REMOVE ALL STANDING WATER. CLEAN ALL AFFECTED AREAS. DRY THOROUGHLY AND CONTACT PEST CONTROL. PRIORITY FOUNDATION VIOLATION 7-38-020(A)
Why This Matters
Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.
Food Code Requirement
No pests or animals allowed in facility.
Specific Requirements
No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.111
Violation #39
MAJOR
Violation Details
CONTAMINATION PREVENTED DURING FOOD PREPARATION, STORAGE & DISPLAY - Comments: OBSERVED DRY STORAGE AND FOOD-RELATED ITEMS STORED UNDER SEWER LINES IN THE BASEMENT. RELOCATE ALL DRY STORAGE, CHEST FREEZER, AND ANY FOOD-RELATED ITEMS FROM UNDER SEWER LINES OR INSTALL A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE CEILING TO PROTECT ALL FOOD AND FOOD-RELATED ITEMS OR ENCASE ALL PIPES FOR PROTECTION.
Why This Matters
Contamination during preparation is a leading cause of foodborne illness.
Food Code Requirement
Prevent contamination during all food handling.
Specific Requirements
Minimize bare hand contact; Prevent cross-contamination; Use clean equipment; Proper employee hygiene.
CDPH Food Code: Section 3-307.11
Violation #51
CRITICAL
Violation Details
PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES - Comments: OBSERVED 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT LEAKING UNDER FAR-RIGHT COMPARTMENT. REPAIR AND MAINTAIN. OBSERVED DRAIN FOR 3 COMPARTMENT OVERFLOWING ONTO FLOOR WHEN SINK IS FILLED, AND COMPARTMENT IS DRAINED. CLEAN THE DRAIN SO THAT WATER DRAINS PROPERLY AND IS MAINTAINED.
Why This Matters
Backflow can contaminate entire water supply with sewage or chemicals.
Food Code Requirement
Plumbing must be properly installed with backflow prevention.
Specific Requirements
Air gaps at fixtures; Backflow preventers on connections; No cross-connections; Annual testing of devices; Proper drainage.
CDPH Food Code: Section 5-202.13
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS OF THE BASEMENT. IN EAST CORNER OF DRY STORAGE ROOM AND LEAKING INTO NON WORKING WALK-IN COOLER USED FOR DRY STORAGE. OBSERVED STANDING WATER NEXT TO CHEST FREEZER AND AROUND UNDER BEHIND ICE MACHINE AND 3 COMPARTMENT SINK IN BASEMENT. CLEAN UP ALL STANDING WATER AND MAINTAIN FLOORS IN A CLEAN, DRY CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR AND DRIPPING FROM CEILING INTO BUCKET. OBSERVED WALL AND CEILING EXPOSED. THE LEAKING CONDITION MUST BE REPAIRED. THE AREA NEEDS TO BE PROPERLY DRIED, AND THE WALLS AND CEILING NEED TO BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Violation #55
MINOR
Violation Details
PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STANDING WATER IN BASEMENT ON FLOOR AND DRIPPING FROM CEILING INTO BUCKET. OBSERVED WALL AND CEILING EXPOSED. THE LEAKING CONDITION MUST BE REPAIRED. THE AREA NEEDS TO BE PROPERLY DRIED, AND THE WALLS AND CEILING NEED TO BE RESTORED TO A SMOOTH, EASILY CLEANABLE CONDITION.
Why This Matters
Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.
Food Code Requirement
Building must be maintained in good condition.
Specific Requirements
No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-501.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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