FAIL
Risk 1 (High)
Hands On Inc Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant
January 25, 2016
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License #2124558
5
Total Violations
1
Critical
2
Major
2
Minor
Violations Cited by Chicago Health Inspector
5
Violation #18
CRITICAL
Violation Details
NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS - Comments: OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENTS ACTIVITY, OBSERVED DROPPINGS APPROXIMATELY 30 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN REAR CLUTTERED STORAGE AREA AND ON FLOOR IN CORNER UNDER DRY STORAGE SHELVINGS AND SCATTERED ON FLOOR IN FURNACE ROOM, AND REAR DOOR LEADING TO THE GARBAGE DUMPSTER NOT RODENT-PROOFED APPROXIMATELY 1/4" MODE OF ENTRY, INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND REPAIR REAR DOOR, MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY, REMOVE CLUTTERED CONDITIONS, CLEAN AND BETTER ORGANIZE WANTED ITEMS, SERIOUS CITATION ISSUED: 7-38-020
Why This Matters
Unprotected openings allow pest entry, leading to contamination of food and surfaces.
Food Code Requirement
Building openings must be protected against pest entry.
Specific Requirements
Doors tight-fitting and self-closing; Windows screened; Openings sealed; Pest control log maintained; Regular monitoring; Professional service when needed.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-202.15, 6-501.111
Violation #33
MAJOR
Violation Details
FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS - Comments: HOOD AND FILTERS ABOVE THE COOKING EQUIPMENTS, INTERIOR/EXTERIOR OF COOLERS AND STOVE, DEEP FRYERS, EXTERIOR OF GREASE TRAP ARE NOT CLEANED, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE IN DETAIL.
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: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT PREMISES ESPECIALLY FLOORS IN KITCHEN, REAR STORAGE AREA AND IN SUSHI PREP AREA. NOTED FLOORS STICKY WITH GREASE ACCUMULATION IN STORAGE AREA AND BY COOKING AREA,
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 #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/KITCHEN AREA WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH DUST BUILD-UP,
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Violation #35
MINOR
Violation Details
WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS - Comments: INSTRUCTED TO DETAIL CLEAN AND MAINTAIN WALLS THROUGHOUT REAR PREP/KITCHEN AREA WITH GREASE AND DRIED FOOD SPILLAGE.---------MUST CLEAN AND MAINTAIN CEILING VENT COVER WITH DUST BUILD-UP,
Why This Matters
Damaged surfaces cannot be properly cleaned and may harbor pests.
Food Code Requirement
Walls and ceilings must be smooth, cleanable, and in good repair.
Specific Requirements
Smooth, washable surfaces in food areas; Light colored; No holes or cracks; Clean and maintained.
CDPH Food Code: Section 6-201.11
Health Department Information
Department
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
Division
Food Protection Program
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