HALSTED SHELL, DUNKIN DONUTS, MR SUB Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

MANAGEMENT, FOOD EMPLOYEE AND CONDITIONAL EMPLOYEE; KNOWLEDGE, RESPONSIBILITIES AND REPORTING - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE HEALTH POLICY FOR EMPLOYEE HEALTH. INSTRUCTED PIC TO PROVIDE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

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.

PROCEDURES FOR RESPONDING TO VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS - Comments: NO EMPLOYEE CLEAN UP PROCEDURE FOR VOMITING AND DIARRHEAL EVENTS. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE WITH ALL NECESSARY ITEMS IN POLICY INCLUDING DISPOSABLE GLOVES, FACE MASK,DISPOSABLE MOP WITH APPROPRIATE SANITIZER TO KILL THE NOROVIRUS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION.

Vomit and diarrhea contain millions of viral particles. One incident can contaminate entire facility and cause outbreak affecting dozens.

Written procedures required for cleaning bodily fluid events to prevent disease transmission.

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.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: OBSERVED NO HANDWASHING SINK IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA THAT WAS REMOVED. INSTRUCTED TO RE-INSTALL HANDWASHING SINK. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)

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.

PROPER COLD HOLDING TEMPERATURES - Comments: OBSERVED IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURES OF (TCS) FOODS INSIDE OF COOLER. APPROX 1/2 LB OF CREAM CHEESE AT 52.F,1-LB OF EGG PATTIES AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM 48.F TO 50.F 1/2 LB OF SLICED HAM AT 50.F, 1-LB OF SAUSAGE PATTIES AT 50.F. ALL FOOD WAS REMOVED AND DISCARED BY PIC AT COST APPROX $20.00-COS. INSTRUCTED TO MAINTAIN COLD TCS FOODS AT 41F OR BELOW. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005

Temperatures below 135°F allow bacteria to multiply, especially spore-formers that survive cooking.

Hot foods must be held at 135°F or above.

Maintain 135°F or above; Check temperatures regularly; Proper hot holding equipment; Cannot reheat in hot holding units.

PROPER COOLING METHODS USED; ADEQUATE EQUIPMENT FOR TEMPERATURE CONTROL - Comments: OBSERVED DUNKIN DONUTS PREP COOLER MAINTAINING IMPROPER COLD TEMPERATURE OF 51.F. COOLER MUST BE MAINTAINED AT 41.F OR BELOW. MUST NOT USE UNTIL COOLER IS REINSPECTED BY THE HEALTH DEPT. MUST STORE FOOD INSIDE ADDITIONAL COOLER ON SITE. COOLER WILL NOT BE USED. PRIORITY VIOLATION ISSUED 7-38-005

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.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: EVIDENCE OF IMPROPER PEST CONTROL ON PREMISES. OBSERVED 6- LIVE LARGE FLIES IN STORE AND FLYING IN DUNKIN DONUTS PREP AREA, LIVE GNATS BEHIND COUNTER IN GAS STATION AND IN DISHWASHING REAR AREA,100 MICE DROPPINGS ON SITE ON FLOORS,SHELVES ,IN GAS STATION 3- COMPARTMENT SINK /MOP SINK AREA, IN REAR DISHWASHING AREA ,STORAGE AREAS . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/SANITIZE ALL AREAS RECOMMED PEST SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).

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.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED STORAGE SHELVES AND UNITS FOR PREPACKAGED CHIPS,POPS, INSIDE GAS STATION AND SHLES THAT BEING USED FOR STORAGE ITEMS FOR THE GAS STATION THAT USE TO BE THE SUBMARINE PREP AREA . INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN ALL SHELVES/MAINTAIN.

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.

TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED - Comments: EMPLOYEE WASHROOM TOILET NOT MAINTAINED. OBSERVED TOILET NOT ABLE TO FLUSH. FLUSH DEVICE BROKEN. WATER WONT FILL UP INSIDE TANK TO PROPERLY FLUSH TOILET. MANAGER REPLACED DEVICE AND MADE REPAIR DURING INSPECTION-COS. PRIORITY FOUNDATION ISSUED 7-38-030(C)

Inadequate facilities lead to poor hygiene and contamination.

Toilet rooms must be properly equipped and maintained.

Self-closing doors; Toilet paper; Covered waste receptacles; Handwashing supplies; Cleaned regularly; Proper ventilation.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: OBSERVED FLOORS NOT MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT PREMISES, UNDER ALL STORAGE SHELVES FOR CHIPS,POP, REAR DISHWASHING AREA ,3- COMPARTMENT SINK/ MOP AREA, UNUSED SUBMARINE STORAGE AREA. ALSO WINDOW SEAL OF STOR WITH DEBRIS, DEAD INSECTS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN/ MAINTAIN.

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 PREMISES NOT MAINTAINED OF CLUTTER ARTICLES, UNNECESSARY ITEMS ON SHELVES,PAPER BAGS OF RECEIPTS,AND TOOLS ETC ON SHELVES,FLOORS, POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE AREA. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND ORGANIZE AREAS. MUST REMOVE ANYTHING NO LONGER USING.

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 CEILING VENTS NOT DUSTY NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

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 CEILING VENTS NOT DUSTY NOT CLEAN. MUST CLEAN/MAINTAIN.

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.