PASS W/ CONDITIONS
Risk 1 (High)
Forum 55 Gets Conditional Pass on Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
August 16, 2011
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License #1472957
4
Total Violations
1
Critical
1
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
4
Violation #1
CRITICAL
Violation Details
SOURCE SOUND CONDITION, NO SPOILAGE, FOODS PROPERLY LABELED, SHELLFISH TAGS IN PLACE - Comments: All food shall be from sources approved by health authorities and safe for human consumption. FOUND 3 CUPS OF CUT UP FRUITS DISPLAYED FOR SALE WITH LIVE FRUIT FLIES TRAPPED INSIDE CUPS AND MIXED UP WITH READY-TO-EAT CUT UP FRUITS, INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO KEEP ALL FOOD ITEMS IN SOUND AND SAFE CONDITION FOR CONSUMPTION. CUPS DISCARDED.
Why This Matters
Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.
Food Code Requirement
The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.
Specific Requirements
Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.
CDPH Food Code: Section 2-102.11, 2-102.12
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
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. ICE BUILD-UP AROUND COOLING FANS INSIDE PREP COOLER, STANDING WATER AT BOTTOM SHELVES OF PREP COOLERS, INSTRUCTED TO REPAIR COOLERS AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Dirty equipment harbors bacteria and attracts pests.
Food Code Requirement
All equipment and utensils must be clean and properly maintained.
Specific Requirements
Equipment clean to sight and touch; Free of food debris and grease; Maintained in good repair; Stored properly when clean.
CDPH Food Code: Section 4-601.11
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING GROUT IN SEVERAL AREAS OF KITCHEN FLOOR, TRAPPED WASTE WATER BETWEEN TILES. BROKEN AND LOOSE TILES NEXT TO SUSHI BAR. INSTRUCTED MGR TO REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Violation #34
MINOR
Violation Details
FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED - Comments: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. FLOOR TILES IN POOR REPAIR, MISSING GROUT IN SEVERAL AREAS OF KITCHEN FLOOR, TRAPPED WASTE WATER BETWEEN TILES. BROKEN AND LOOSE TILES NEXT TO SUSHI BAR. INSTRUCTED MGR TO REPAIR FLOOR AND MAINTAIN.
Why This Matters
Damaged floors harbor bacteria and create safety hazards.
Food Code Requirement
Floors must be smooth, cleanable, and maintained.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, non-porous in food areas; Properly sloped to drains; Coving at wall junctures; Kept clean; Good repair.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.13
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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CDPH Food Protection